How to Reduce Stress Around the Holidays
December is National Stress-Free Family Holidays Month, and it’s easy to see why an awareness campaign is needed around this time of the year.
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Celebrating Transgender Day of Remembrance/Resilience
On November 20, the transgender community and their allies gather to mourn lives that have been lost and to imagine a better future.
National Native American Heritage Month
Why is honoring, valuing and learning about Native American Heritage important? Learn about this month in our latest blog post.
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
November 19, 2022, is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day where those of us left behind by someone who died by suicide come together to find connection, understanding and hope. …
Domestic Violence Affects People from All Walks of Life
Whether you realize it or not, chances are that you know someone who is a survivor of domestic violence.
Undiagnosed ADHD Takes a Toll in Marginalized Communities
During National ADHD Awareness Month, Communications Writer Orion Rodriguez shares a first-person view of ADHD.
I’m Happy for the First Time
(Note: This story was shared through a bilingual clinician, so the quotes are paraphrased.) When Vladimir [not real name] was a small boy in South America, his mother left for …
Bullying Prevention Month
Mary, a Child & Family therapist at LifeWorks NW’s Rockwood and King sites, shared that a fifth of her young clients were in therapy largely because of bullying. One child …
The Importance of Affirming Heritage Languages
During Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s important to remember the role that language plays in the development of our cultural identities and our mental health. Though it’s common to hear the …
The Importance of Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15.
How To Support Someone Who’s Grieving
If someone you care about is currently grieving, there are a few important things you can do to show your support.
What To Know About Fentanyl
The synthetic opioid Fentanyl is a driving force in the overdose epidemic today – learn why in this article.
How to Celebrate Black Business Month in Portland
Black-owned businesses are an important part of the Portland economy.
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.