Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Today, we’re proud to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
CDC Announces Expansion of COVID Booster
Here’s what the CDC said on October 21, 2021, about COVID booster shots: “For individuals who received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the following groups are eligible for a …
Trauma = Addiction
In her forties, Rae has been familiar with sobriety programs since she was 12. But it wasn’t until she saw the words Trauma=Addiction on a clinician’s office wall, that she …
New Washington County COVID Counseling Program
Washington County has a new, short-term COVID-19 supportive counseling program. The COVID Community Counseling Program (CCCP) is a partnership between Washington County, Lifeworks NW, Western Psychological, Asian Health and Service Center, …
New National Mental Health Hotline Goes Live
On July 16, a new three-digit national mental health hotline went live. Read our latest blog post to learn more.
National BIPOC (Minority) Mental Health Month
We observe National Minority Mental Health Month each July to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental health illnesses.
Signs of Postpartum Depression
Approximately 1 in every 7 people who have given birth will develop a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder like postpartum depression, also known as maternal depression.
Prevention Services Help Families
“These are important programs, and they work. We really give families the support they need and hook them into the resources they need to be successful.”
Recognizing Mental Health Problems in Children
Recognizing when your child is experiencing mental health issues can be hard.
Where to Celebrate Pride in Portland this June
Learn about the history of Pride Month and where to celebrate in Portland in 2022!
What Are the Main Causes of Anxiety and Depression?
The causes of anxiety and depression are not always easy to pinpoint and typically vary from one person to the next.
Help Us Share These New Zero Suicide Project Videos
How should you check in with a friend who might be in trouble? This video series may give you some ideas.
Back To Basics: Practical Mental Health Information
For Mental Health Month this May, we want to help you learn to identify the possible signs of mental health conditions in yourself and others.
10 Signs You’re Addicted to Alcohol
It can be hard to tell when recreational drinking turns into an addiction. Here are 10 signs you may have a problem.
Is stress causing you health problems?
Stress symptoms may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it.
Child Abuse Prevention Starts With Supporting Vulnerable Families
At Lifeworks NW, we have a variety of programs dedicated to prevention efforts. One of them is our Children’s Relief Nurseries.
April is National Minority Health Month
Although the term ‘minority” is outdated, it is still valuable to honor National Minority Health Month. It is a reminder of how far we’ve come and how far we still need to go in addressing traditionally underserved populations.