Mental Health

Public health experts are starting to talk about a new epidemic impacting millions of Americans: loneliness and social isolation. More than one-third of U.S. adults are estimated to be suffering from “serious loneliness.” This is...

Virtually all countries are expected to see substantial growth in the number of older persons between 2015 and 2030, and that growth will be faster in developing regions. Because the number of older persons is growing, the amount of elder abuse can...

When Cheila Ditzler was a teenager, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in behavioral health care. After seeing the effects of behavioral health support firsthand, she knew the powerful impact it could make. “I was diagnosed with major...

While most people infected with COVID-19 fully recover, a significant number continue to feel symptoms long after their initial recovery. Franciscan Health Dyer is offering a group to allow these “long haulers” to share their stories and provide...

Those experiencing the loss of a loved one can often find support and wisdom by meeting with others who are finding their own way through the grieving process. Franciscan Health’s Palliative Care Department offers grief support groups, which are...

For their 2021 Living Health, Balance, & Hope Symposium, to be held on Thursday, May 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Porter-Starke Services Foundation is thrilled to be welcoming Scott D. Miller, Ph.D. Though this year’s event...

Eating disorders have become increasingly more common, with nearly 30 million Americans estimated to have one in their lifetime. If you, or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, it may be difficult to know what steps...

Porter-Starke Services, a not-for-profit Community Mental Health Center, opened a new Recovery Center location to offer medication-assisted treatment in April 2020, during Indiana’s stay-at-home orders. Six months later, a small, private ribbon...

Marjorie* was a Medicaid member in Texas who needed a lot of support for her complex conditions. She was often in the hospital for dialysis and she also had regular panic attacks. As a member of the Texas Complex Care program, she was provided with...

Caregiving for a loved one can put a strain on even the most resilient people. Add in the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic and it has the potential to feel challenging. This means that finding ways to thrive and continue to take care of your...