When Should College Students Seek Counseling?
The mental health matters of teens are often overlooked in the search for colleges. Yet, according to a recent WebMD/Medscape study, mental health issues (including anxiety, stress, mood disorders, depression, and bipolar disorder) are on the rise for teens. The time to speak with a teen counseling professional is now.
The Difference Between Winter Blues & Seasonal Affective Disorder
CFEL's own Dr. Deborah Koricke was featured again on a Cleveland 19 News story, this time on Seasonal Affective Disorder. Here’s an excerpt, along with a link to the full story and video: Are you feeling a bit cranky and a bit frustrated that we've been buried in frigid temperatures and blowing snow for the better part of three…
Effects of Racism on Mental Health of Students
Recent data shows that one in 12 college students report having a suicide plan. For people of color who experience racism on or off campus, the effects on mental health are even steeper. With record numbers of students reaching out to resources for help, college counselors are struggling to keep up with the need.
Which Racial Group Has the Highest Rate of Suicide?
In the last year, we’ve seen a spotlight shine on matters of mental health. Though within some racial groups, the stigma around such matters is greater. Unfortunately this leads to fewer people seeking help. For example, according to the American Psychological Association, Asian-American senior women have a higher suicide rate than any other racial group.…
Mental Health and the African American Community
In the climate of society today, mental health is an issue that continues to grow in the African American community. However the stigma attached to seeking counseling stops many of us from getting the assistance we need.
How to Help a Friend in Grief
...how you can help a friend who is experiencing grief after the loss of a loved one. It’s a simple and powerful technique to help navigate tough times, and we wanted to share it with you.
How Music May Help Depression
According to a recent study, over 300 million people around the world have depression. By 2020, depression is expected to become the leading cause of disability. With an alarming statistic such as that, we wanted to provide a bit of light within the research: traditional treatments of depression are shown to work—with some patients—even better…
A New View on Disabilities
...a woman named Amy Wright who is actively working to reframe the perception of people with disabilities...70 percent of adults with disabilities...
How Therapy Helps Jay-Z Cope with Racism
Recently rapper and entrepreneur Jay-Z shared his experience in therapy. Further, he discussed how therapy helps him to view racism in a new way.
