WESTFIELD — Friday’s open practice at training camp for the Indianapolis Colts was more than just players hitting the field. It was the start of this season’s Kicking the Stigma campaign. The Colts are keeping mental health front and center, letting people know that it’s OK to not be OK and that there are resources […]
Asking for help is often easier said than done. It's a sentiment many of us can relate to, yet it's one that carries significant weight, particularly for women. In a recent episode of the Exhale podcast, Karen sat down with associate therapist Kyla Thompson to unpack this topic and offer invaluable insights into the art of seeking support.
Episode Two - Breaking The Sigma of Therapy
The pandemic changed a lot of things in American life. Many companies were forced to accommodate workers who couldn’t go into an office, providing them with work-from-home options. As the threat of COVID-19 subsided, some workers returned to an office while others continued working from home. While working from home can allow for more flexibility, […]
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett said a clinician-led pilot program to respond to mental health-related calls could begin early next year if the City-County Council approves the proposal in October. Hogsett, Director of the Office of Public Health and Safety Lauren Rodriguez, City-County Councilor Crista Carlino, D-District 6 and Josh Riddick with Faith in […]
INDIANAPOLIS — May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. Mental health is a topic that was stigmatized for so long but now is at the center of conversations as the country looks to open more resources and education opportunities. One Indianapolis pastor is bringing resources to his congregation to help the growing […]
INDIANAPOLIS — Colts linebacker Darius Leonard’s Maniac Foundation has created a helpline to connect callers with mental health services. The helpline will also have a message recorded by Leonard himself that will rotate every month. This month, he tells callers that they are good enough, encourages them to keep going, and thanks them for seeking […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqHhlOoHylM Watch as we have discussions with health professionals on Suicide Prevention and mental health in honor of National Suicide Prevention Month.
We struggle as a nation when it comes to prioritizing mental health and that especially applies to the mental health of African Americans. July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and you can reduce stigma by starting a conversation. Talk about mental health with your peers and loved ones. There may be some hesitation at […]
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INDIANAPOLIS — Does the pandemic have you stressed out? If so, you’re not alone. That’s why the Indiana Region of the American Red Cross is planning a free virtual stress-relief workshop. The Red Cross says the event will feature highly-trained mental health professionals with extensive experience in stress management and military life and culture. The […]
INDIANAPOLIS — As the number of Americans attempting to take their own lives continues to climb, mental health advocates are teaching people live saving measures. “QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer,” David Berman, of Mental Health America of Indiana, said. “CPR is deigned to keep someone alive, until professionals get there. QPR is very similar. […]
