According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA), between 5 and 15 percent of the approximately 240 million calls made to 911 across the country each year… Read more »
Brigett Weinstein
Managing Your Mental Health with Activity in COVID-19
Unprecedented times require unprecedented management of our mental health and it has never been more important to recognize that mental health is an essential component to one’s overall health and wellbeing.… Read more »
Bob Bick: Feeling gratitude, despite a year of hardship and loss
This time of year, and this year especially, I am particularly mindful about Howard Center’s critical role in the community and my gratitude for all who continue to support Howard… Read more »
2020 Voting by Mail in Vermont Video Instructions
Below you will find video instructions in a variety of languages on how to vote by mail in Vermont this year. Thank you to Alison Segar for coordinating this effort… Read more »
Mental Health and Youth
Being a student is stressful, and according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately one in five youth aged 13–18 live with mental health conditions and approximately 75%… Read more »
Depression
Most of us have experienced depression at some point in our lives. It’s also likely that we have watched as a family member, friend, or colleague has struggled with depression.… Read more »
Anxiety
What is Anxiety? Anxiety is defined as a feeling of worry, nervousness or unease. Usually, it is associated with uncertainty or fear that something bad or unfavorable will happen. It… Read more »
Social Connection
What is Social Connection? Social Connection is a feeling of closeness or belonging, either to other individuals or to a group of people. Why is it important? Connecting with others… Read more »
Linda Morrow’s Memoir about Raising a Son with Down Syndrome
When she was 26, Linda Morrow gave birth to the first of three sons. Four days later, Linda and her husband Roger brought Steve home and Linda settled into her… Read more »
Resources for Depression
HOW WELL DO TREATMENTS FOR DEPRESSION WORK? • Unfortunately, only half of Americans experiencing an episode of major depression receive treatment • However for those who do, 80% -90% of… Read more »