Insights
Marcia Liu Ph.D
Posted 1 year ago

Bracing, Braving, and Breathing: Mental Health for BIPOC College Freshmen this Fall
Especially for BIPOC students, including those who are working class, immigrants or children of immigrants, queer, and/or students who are the first in their families to attend college, the transition to college can be a thrilling & stressful time. Approach wellness & mental health with a preventative lens & develop a routine that offers holistic, protective care.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Posted 3 days ago

Understanding the Difference Between Mental Illness and Mental Health
Mental illnesses are health conditions that cause a change in mood, behavior, or thinking, or a combination of these, resulting in psychological distress and/or disturbance in functioning in one’s roles as a worker, spouse, student, or caregiver.   Common types of mental illnesses are mood disord...
Posted 4 weeks ago

Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, break stigma, and emphasize the tools and practices that protect mental health and save lives. At The Steve Fund, we know that while trauma, loss, or rejection can increase risk, these experiences do ...
Posted 1 month ago

Suicide Prevention, Safety Against Self-Harm, and Supporting the Latino Community
The Family Corner is building a community where all families and their young people feel safe, seen, heard, celebrated and fully supported. For example, among the many heritage and awareness months each year, September offers families the chance to support mental health in unique and important ways. Let’s discuss.
Gina Newsome Duncan
Posted 1 month ago

Supporting Young Women to Stay Safe, Get Help, and Find Well-Being
Girls and young women, especially those from underserved and under-resourced communities face unique stressors, trauma, violence, and oppression. This can put them at greater risk for depression, anxiety, PTSD, suicidal ideation, and suicide attempts due to lack of treatment and access to care. Here are steps parents and caregivers can take.
Gina Newsome Duncan
Posted 1 month ago

Proactive Steps if Self Harm is Possible
Stressors such as racial trauma, community violence, and uncertainty are risk factors for negative mental health outcomes. Parents and their engagement with their young people are critically important protective factors for young people. Let’s explore these risk and protective factors and ways to create a safe space for your young person.
Gina Newsome Duncan
Posted 1 month ago

Honoring Hispanic/Latino Heritage and Mental Health
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we also stand in solidarity with the many families whose mental health and well-being is being impacted by today’s complex and uncertain climate. It is important to name the role these realities play in intensifying barriers to healthcare, mental health supports, and other crucial community resources. Explore cultural strengths and resilience.
Posted 2 months ago

Mental Health Guides for Parents and Families: Reflect, Create, Discuss
The Steve Fund’s interactive journals are designed to help parents and young people reflect on, discuss, and support their mental health. Our journals include information, creative exercises, mindfulness meditations, and more to provide insightful and fun ways for parents, caregivers, young people, and families to explore their emotional well-being.
Gina Newsome Duncan
Posted 2 months ago

Heading Back to School with Well-Being in Mind
The start of a new school year can be stressful, anxiety-provoking, and exciting all at the same time. Whether you’re preparing to send your young person back to school or school is already in session, we have tips, articles, resources and more you can use to support your student and yourself.
Posted 3 months ago

Prioritizing Mental Health and Wellness of BIPOC Communities
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