In this episode Chloe Cekada, a Master of Social Work practicum student with NAMI Maine, working with the Suicide Prevention Program has the opportunity to interview Lisa White, Suicide Loss and Grief Support Convener, a new position with NAMI Maine. They discuss important topics related to suicide prevention, loss, and grief. 

Association for Death Education and Counseling (adec.org) 

Whats your Grief - A Grief Website for the Rest of Us

After Suicide or Traumatic Loss - NAMI Maine - Mental Health

[email protected]

In today's episode, the youth education team talks about how you can become involved in reducing stress and helping youth through mental health issues! No matter if you're a parent, community member, or teacher, our team shares ways to help educate and assist the youth through their struggles. Be on the lookout for events and information sessions coming in the spring!

https://namimaine.org/teentextline/ - Teen & Youth Support

In today's episode, NAMI Maine's own Joyce Morrisette, talks with Physician Psychotherapist and Trauma Therapist, Harry Zeit. The two will talk about how to cope with distress. Following the tragic events in Lewiston Maine, Joyce spoke with Zeit to find a way to comfort those who lost loved ones.

To learn more about Dr. Harry Zeit, M.D., please refer to his website: https://www.harryzeitmd.com/

Peace Resource Protocol: 5 Steps to Modulate Activation and Build Resilience. Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute: https://sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/SP-PEACE-PROTOCOL-for-Clients.pdf

In today's episode, Deanna and Delaney talk about how to find help and support when facing a crisis. Both Deanna and Delaney have worked in crisis support in the past and share information about finding support. They also list support options provided by NAMI Maine and others that are specified for certain groups!

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call / Text: 988

TTY users: dial 711 first Para Español: 1-888-628-9454 Online Chat: 988lifeline.org

Maine Crisis Line

Call /Text: 1-888-568-1112 TTY users: dial 711 first Online Chat: heretohelpmaine.com

The Trevor Project (LGBTO+ focused)

Text "START" to 678-678 Call: 1-866-488-7386 TTY users: dial 711 first thetrevorproject.org

Trans Lifeline

Call: 1-877-565-8860

Para Español: Oprima 2 translifeline.org/hotline

The Steve Fund Black, Indigenous, (and) People of Color

Text "STEVE" to 741741

Call: (401) 373-2703 stevefund.org

In today's episode, H2, Devon, and Tracy talk about therapy. The three share their own experiences with therapy and how they were able to overcome the initial stigma that surrounds therapy. The group will also talk about finding a therapist that's right for you and your own struggles. So join us in breaking down the stigma of seeking help through therapy!

In today’s episode, Lisa White, Suicide Loss and Grief Support Convener at NAMI Maine, talks with Nick Marold, Programs Manager at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), about International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. Hear about its history, purpose, upcoming events, and how you can get involved.

Links: 

Maine | AFSP

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day | AFSP

Portland Event Information - International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

Orono Event Information - International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

In today's episode, Devon welcomes special guest, Steve Dansig, executive director of ENSO recovery. The two talk about the journey to recovery and the aspects of the process. The two share parts of their own journey to recovery.

Welcome to NAMI Maine's newest podcast, Building Your Toolkit! Our youth education team hopes to share tips and tricks on how to 'build your toolkit'. In today's episode, the team shares tips on how to build helpful routines throughout your life. From setting out your clothes for the next day to meal prepping, these tips will help you to improve your life and help to reduce stress and anxiety!

Our team also wanted to share some helpful apps for mental health!

SANVELLO

HAPPIfY

SMILING MIND: MEDITATION

ME+ DAILY PLANNER

TALKSPACE

notOK

WYSA

CALM HARM

In today's episode, Devon and H2 talk about the correlation between horror movies and anxiety. After doing research, they found that those with anxiety can still be drawn to horror films and books.

Abramson, Ashley. “Horror Movies Can Be Good for Anxiety.” Medium, 31 Oct. 2019, https://elemental.medium.com/horror-movies-can-be-good-for-anxiety-b542ac8dbed7.

Bologna, Caroline. “Why Some People with Anxiety Love Watching Horror Movies.”  HuffPost, 31 Oct. 2020, https://www.huffpost.com/entry/anxiety-love-watching-horror-movies_l_5d277587e4b02a5a5d57b59e.

Clasen, Mathias. “Can Experiencing Horror Help Your Brain?” Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Oct. 2022, https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/can-experiencing-horror-help-your-brain-180980984/.

Moss, Abby. “Why Some Anxious People Find Comfort in Horror Movies.” VICE, 8 Nov. 2017, https://www.vice.com/en/article/a3wdzk/why-some-anxious-people-find-comfort-in-horror-movies.

Vedantam, Shankar, and Maggie Penman. “Things That Go Bump in the Lab: Halloween and Science of Fear.” Hidden Brain, NPR, 27 Oct. 2015, https://www.npr.org/transcripts/450911424. 

Wenner Moyer, Melinda. “How Horror Stories Help Us Cope with Real Life.” New York Times, 27 Oct. 2022, https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/27/well/how-horror-stories-help-us-cope-with-real-life.html.

In today's episode, Greg talks about stigma, and it's impact on mental health. As he shares, stigma gets in the way of suicide prevention and can disrupt the efforts to help improve mental health. Greg shares stories about those that he has lost and also encourages you to reach out to your families, friends, and neighbors if you suspect they are struggling.