Importance of Person-Centered Care in Suicide Prevention

By Mykola Zubko, MA Suicide Prevention Program Development Practicum Student at OHSU/Portland VA When is the last time you felt like a person? For some of us, it was probably recent in...

Finding Your Value During Mental Health Awareness Month

By Tyree Dingle, MS Suicide Prevention Program Development Practicum Student at OHSU/Portland VA Something many people do not know about me is that I play Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) with...

Why Suicide Prevention Month 2021

By Tyree Dingle, MS Suicide Prevention Program Development Practicum Student at OHSU/Portland VA Note: Talking about suicide can be an emotional topic, and if you’re reading this and not...

Those Who Remain: Navigating Life Following Suicide Loss

By Sarah D. Afromowitz, MA, Suicide Prevention Program Development Practicum Student at OHSU/Portland VA  Note: Talking about suicide can be an emotional topic, and if you’re reading this and...

Facts about Those with Lived Experience with Suicide

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this blog post are mind and do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of Oregon Health & Science University, Department of Veterans Affairs, or the...

Self care and self compassion in academia

I wrote a short post about my mental health and self-compassion in academia. Not to complain, but to encourage others to tell their story about it. I just want you to know that you're not alone. I...

Men’s Health: 3 reminders for maintaining a healthy mind

National Men’s Health Week is observed each year leading up to Father’s Day. Help support the men in your life with these three tips for better mental health. 1. Depression affects...

Give Time: 3 ways to increase face-to-face contact with loved ones

With Thanksgiving just behind us and the end-of-the-year holiday seasons fast upon us, our minds often turn to our loved ones. In my family, we have made a conscious effort (and yes, with...