Hello, friends! Would you like to know what things Mental Health Professionals help with? Although there are many, Erica shares five surprising things mental health professionals can assist with.

Typically, before someone decides to seek services from a mental health professional, they have tried everything themselves to solve whatever issues significantly impair their daily functioning. They may also seek treatment from other medical professionals who will then refer a client to mental health services.

In this episode, Erica dives deep into the role of mental health professionals and the required values they adhere to ensure competent and ethical practice. Next, Erica shares the five surprising things that Mental Health Professionals can help you with.

If you want to ask a question for a future episode, click on this link https://www.speakpipe.com/MentalHealthInsight to record your question. I would love to hear from you! You can also email me at connect@humanfreely.com.

Crisis Hotline: Call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741. Dial 911 if you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency.

According to the Centers of Disease Control, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the US. To quantify that, in 2021 a little over 48K Americans died by suicide and approximately 1.7M suicide attempts also occurred in that same year. Suicide affects all races and gender; however, according to research, the highest rates of suicide occur with middle-aged white men. The second highest rates of suicide by race/ethnicity are among American Indians and Alaskan Natives. Friends, this is a real public health issue.

But there is hope. Suicide can be prevented.

Erica will provide you with information about the risk factors and protective factors associated with suicide. Changing gears, she closes the episode with a prayer to give listeners hope and peace.

Resources

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): https://afsp.org/
• Upcoming Webinars hosted by AFSP to register for an upcoming webinar click on the following link: https://tslflcsoct.attendease.com/
  • Wednesday, August 9, 2023, 6PM – 7:30PM EST – More Than Sad: Suicide Prevention Training for Parents
  • Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 12PM – 1PM EST – Talk Saves Lives – Seniors: A Brief Introduction to Suicide Prevention for Seniors
  • Thursday, August 24, 2023, 12PM – 1PM EST – Introduction to Supporting Those at Risk
• This topic can be triggering refer to Episode 5: Finding Your Zen for a guided meditation to reduce any overwhelming emotions that may come up - https://podcast.ericakrider.com/e/finding-your-zen-mental-wellness-techniques-for-a-hectic-life/

Links and Contact Information

• Website: https://humanfreely.com
• Podcast: https://podcast.ericakrider.com
• Do you want to ask a question about a future episode of "Mental Health Insight”? We would love to hear from you! Please record your message (maximum of 90 seconds): https://www.speakpipe.com/MentalHealthInsight
• Crisis Hotline: Call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741. Dial 911 if you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency.

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This is Part 2 of Episode 4: The Impact of School Safety Procedures on Students' Lives: A Conversation with My 11-Year-Old Daughter. Today's episode was inspired after a loyal listener asked a thought-provoking question after listening to the conversation I had with my daughter about her subjective feelings about school safety. As parents, we're often left scrambling for answers, but what if we took the time to truly understand our children's feelings and fears? What difference could that make in their lives and ours? I extend the discussion to you, my listeners, to hear your thoughts on your experiences as a child regarding open communication with your parents and caregivers. This is more than just a podcast, it's about fostering a community of open communication where we can learn, grow, and support each other. Join in the conversation, and let's make a difference together. Resources

• Broward County Public Schools Website: https://www.browardschools.com/
• Miami-Dade County Public Schools Website: https://www3.dadeschools.net/home
• Florida Department of Education Website: https://www.fldoe.org/
• If you do not reside in the State of Florida or in the above counties, you can google your area’s school board website to stay up-to-date on public meetings and initiatives in your child’s school.

Links and Contact Information

• Email: connect@humanfreely.com
• Website: https://humanfreely.com
• Podcast: https://podcast.ericakrider.com
• Do you want to ask a question about a future episode of "Mental Health Insight”? We would love to hear from you! Please record your message (maximum of 90 seconds): https://www.speakpipe.com/MentalHealthInsight
• Crisis Hotline: Call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or dial 911 if you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency.

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