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Kindergarteners talk about Mindfulness in “Just Breathe” short film

Posted on April 01, 2015

In the four-minute film, kindergarteners talk about coping with emotions and using meditation and breathing techniques. Learn more on

My perspective: Individuals with behavioral healthcare needs under attack

Posted on April 01, 2015

Morning Zen Guest Blog Post ~ Richard Chapman I am a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida.…

Let’s get rid of the “bad bench” and focus on positive interventions for pre-K and kindergarten

Posted on March 30, 2015

Morning Zen Guest Blog Post ~ Kevin Dwyer A kindergartener is sitting on what he calls the bad bench in…

SAMHSA is under attack – and the rank and file are paying the price

Posted on March 29, 2015

It was joyous and sobering for me, standing on stage looking out at the audience filled with bright, passionate and…

Friday Update 3-27-15

Posted on March 28, 2015

Not a subscriber? Signup Friday Update 3-27-15 Greetings faithful readers. The 28th Annual…

Chic & Sister Sledge – We Are Family (Live At The Budokan)

Posted on March 28, 2015

Prescribing antipsychotics to Medicaid kids – Report shows significant quality-of-care concerns

Posted on March 28, 2015

A disturbing report was just released by the Office of Inspector General, raising serious quality of care concerns…

Setting sail: Launch of the CREST.BD Bipolar Wellness Centre

Posted on March 26, 2015

The CREST.BD network (www.crestbd.ca) will launch its new online ‘Bipolar Wellness Centre’ on World Bipolar Day,…

The Black Eyed Peas – Pump It

Posted on March 21, 2015