By: Jessica Hoggle, DSW, LICSW First responders frequently encounter individuals experiencing mental health crises, yet many report limited formal training or preparation in mental health response. Mental Health First Aid…
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By: L.B. Brown, LICSW, CFSW, PMH-C When someone says “healthy pregnancy”, they’re usually referring to the things we can measure: blood pressure, weight, the baby’s heartbeat. A mother’s mental health…
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Imagine being out for a walk in January. Maybe it’s recently snowed, and you’re enjoying the winter wonderland that doesn’t often come to Alabama. Snow is in the trees, and…
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Five Years of Impact When Project FREEDOM began, our five-year goals were to: By the conclusion of the grant, Project FREEDOM will have: These accomplishments would not have been possible…
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Why do training and knowledge matter? Education and training go beyond professional development and are key in the field of substance use as it is an ever-changing landscape. Staying informed…
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Why then, when 75 percent of individuals diagnosed with a serious mental illness (SMI) declare their desire to work, are only 15 percent employed at any given time? We know…
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Why does it matter? What are the benefits? Is it sustainable? Program success truly happens when health programs become an extension of the community they serve. Research in implementation science…
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SBIRT offers a proactive approach. Instead of waiting for a crisis, it creates space for early identification and early action. When substance use is identified at lower-risk levels, brief intervention conversations can significantly reduce use….
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VitAL collaborates with Peer Support Specialists across the state to improve the lives of Alabamians with substance use disorders and mental health challenges. Peer Support Specialists have played a key…
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Teamwork makes the dream work. By Paige Parish, EdD, LICSW Together, everyone achieves more. Many hands make light work. Everywhere you look, there are teams: teachers and parents teaming up to create the best educational opportunities…
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