Wisconsin receives grant to develop 988 suicide lifeline

A coalition organized by the DHS is expected to use the funding from Vibrant Emotional Health, the administrator of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, to establish a system in which everyone in Wisconsin has direct access through 988.

WI health, law enforcement groups make mental health a priority
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The Wisconsin Department of Justice wants to make mental health a top priority in the state. To do that, the DOJ is teaming up with a number of health and law enforcement organizations -- and recommending improvements.

WI's school safety reporting system quickly hits 'over 1K contacts'
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The SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT (SUSO) Resource Center a free, 24/7, one-stop place to report a school safety concern -- including mental health.

WI's school safety reporting system quickly hits 'over 1K contacts'

The SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT (SUSO) Resource Center a free, 24/7, one-stop place to report a school safety concern -- including mental health.

Managing stress, emotions in wake of US Capitol riot

Many Americans and people around the world are still processing what unfolded at the Capitol on Jan. 6.

Mental health awareness integrated in Milwaukee classrooms

The Integrated Mental Health Model at Seeds of Health has been introducing students to ways they can reduce stress.

Mental health awareness integrated in Milwaukee classrooms
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This has been a tough year for students. There is so much stress both in and out of the classroom. However, some students are finding their best relief -- is inside their school.

State unveils guidelines for workplace mental health amid pandemic

The state is providing new mental health information for employers and employees managing the added stress of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mental health officials see 'rapid increase' in need for youth services

The Holton Youth and Family Center has partnered with Christian Family Solutions and the STRONG program to connect young people with mental health services.

New mental health services available in Wisconsin

People in Wisconsin calling into the National Suicide Prevention lifeline are now more likely to be connected with someone in-state. 

Persons infected with COVID-19 at risk of psychiatric disorder

Researchers from Oxford in England have discovered that people infected with the coronavirus are also at risk of developing a psychiatric disorder.

Study: Researchers suggest video games can help mental health

Time spent playing video games can be good for mental health, according to a new study by researchers at Oxford University.

Study: COVID-19 diagnosis doubles risk of new mental illness

In the three months following a patient’s positive COVID-19 diagnosis, findings showed the incidence of any psychiatric diagnosis was 18.1%.

Cow-hugging is the new animal therapy trend we all need

While therapy animals are not a new concept, hugging cows in the name of wellness is gaining popularity not just in its origin country, but in the U.S. as well.

Military suicides up as much as 20% amid COVID-19 pandemic

Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.