National Depression Screening Day 2009 (October 8) September 28, 2009
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Of course, Depression strikes all year long. Still It’s good to have the condition recognized publicly at least once a year. And If you or someone you care about may be on the fence as to if you are feeling “down” or have clinical depression this is as good a time as any to look into it.
This link takes you (ultimately) to a map of places where professional screening will be done.
http://www.mentalhealthscreening.org/events/ndsd/index.aspx
BTW, National Depression Screening Day is part of National Mental Illness Awareness Week (Oct 4th-10th) Which was established by congress in 1990 as occurring in the first week of October of each year.
If you are new to Depression or Bipolar, or to mental illnesses generally, please visit the DBSA ALLIANCE National Organization website for FAR more information than you’ll find here.
Video of talk: “I’m not sick, I don’t need help” July 12, 2009
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This is a presentation by Dr. Xavier Amador. (Author of several books including one that shares the title of this presentation. More info can be found at http://www.xavieramador.com) I found that even though it’s a little long, there’s some really good information here. He talks about the science behind the idea of the lack of self awareness for many of us with mental illnesses. Not denial, but the idea of unawareness, even in the face of objective proof. And towards the end of the presentation talks about what are some of the techniques lay and professional people can use to help get beyond that lack of awareness and move toward something useful.
LINK:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=3157373037314023921
Yes… we are still very much active May 7, 2009
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I’ve gotten a lot of messages lately asking if we were still holding meetings. And the answer to that is a resounding YES! Every month on the second and fourth Thursday of the month we have our meetings as described on the “about” page… where you will find location, driving, and bus information. ANYONE with bipolar disorder or depression, and their support people (friends or family) is welcome to come… no special advance registration or fees required. (note: if we ever STOP having our meetings I’ll make a note of it.)
National Depression Screening Day® 2008 September 30, 2008
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I just missed telling you about this event last year, so not gonna miss telling you about it THIS year. The following is the press release, in full.
Friday, October 10th, 2008
The key to recognition and treatment of mental health disorders
For 18 years, Screening for Mental Health’s National Depression Screening Day® (NDSD) has offered health care providers evidence-based, affordable and easy-to-use mental health education and screening resources. Reaching community members with undetected and untreated mental disorders has never been more important. Studies show that most Americans wait years before they seek treatment for a mental health disorder, and many never seek treatment at all.
NDSD helps you:
- Screen and educate members of your community for depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder
- Market your services to community members
- Educate clinicians about best practices for assessment and treatment
- Refer those in need of treatment to mental health services
Thanks to NIMH and SAMHSA for contributing materials as part of this effort.
SMH would like to thank the 2008 NDSD funding sponsors whose generosity made the program possible:
Eli Lilly and Company
Forest Laboratories, Inc.
National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems
Register now; Register online for the NDSD 2008, or download the registration form here.
If you would like more information about NDSD, call 781.239.0071 or email us at NDSD@MentalHealthScreening.org.
Screening for Mental Health, Inc., is a non-profit organization that does not provide medical, psychological, diagnostic or treatment services. If you or someone you know is in crisis and need immediate help, please go to the nearest emergency room, call 911, or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
NAMI event: Sept. 28th 2008 September 7, 2008
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We aren’t officially tied to NAMI Greater Seattle, we just like them a lot. And many people first learn about us through their monthly support group calendar. Anyway…
A NAMI event we’d like to make you aware of:
Sunday September 28th 6:30-9:00pm, Dinner at FareStart (7th Ave and Virginia Street)supporting Nami Greater Seattle’s 30th Anniversary. for more info: 206-783-9264
