The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) show that mental health issues are continuing to increase in children and youth. “These data echo a cry for help,” said CDC’s Debra Houry, M.D., M.P.H, “but science shows the...
Read More »To address the multiple needs of previously homeless veterans with serious mental illness (SMI), the Veterans Administration (VA) offers a number of specialized services, some which are imbedded into transitional housing programs that offer treatment for mental health and substance...
Read More »The National Police Activities League (NPAL) has more than 300 chapters throughout the United States that offer children and youth leadership and sports activities sponsored by members of law enforcement. Their mission is to prevent juvenile crime and violence by...
Read More »(This blog post features Educator Sonya Beauman relating her experiences as a School Interventionist and Criminal Justice Coordinator who uses BrainWise to serve others.) I can’t remember how I learned about BrainWise, but I have been teaching it to young...
Read More »The pandemic changed the way many health professionals and educators provide their services. BrainWise instructors in Canada - who work with children and youth with mental health issues - reached out to support their colleagues by offering a monthly Zoom...
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