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Registration is open for Strides Against Stigma!

Our April 28, 2012 event will not be a traditional walk-a-thon fundraiser.  Participants will spend their day at a single location engaging in a variety of fun, educational, and entertaining activities while counting strides on pedometers.  Register today and take the first step towards ending the stigma of depression.


Mental Health Buzz


Clinical Psychology Ranked the Worst College Major for Employment: A Student's Reaction

Monday, 23 January 2012

A few months ago, MarketWatch published an article entitled “10 worst college majors for employment.” At the top of the list: clinical psychology. This caught my attention because, as a college...

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Volunteer Perspective: Suicide and African Americans

Tuesday, 10 January 2012

I have always known that suicide is among the leading causes of death for minorities. I have seen it in my family, I have seen it in my school growing up, and I am definitely seeing much more of it...

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Helping Others Can Help Your Depression

Wednesday, 04 January 2012

Health.com published an article on January 2 about a novel treatment for depression; helping other people. The article suggests that recent research shows that “positive activity interventions”...

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Resolutions for Good Mental Health

Friday, 30 December 2011

Bring on the gym memberships, smoking cessation programs, and revamped financial planning!  Over the next three days, many of us will swear to New Year’s resolutions meant to improve our...

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Tips for Coping with Stress, Depression and the Holidays

Friday, 16 December 2011

"The holidays" are quickly approaching, and whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Eid, or other dates, you might eagerly await the activities. If you are able to jump in and enjoy...

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