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kat2222004

5 Challenges of Mental Health Care Today - 5 views

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    Even though mental illness is a common problem it's handled very poorly. People with mental illness struggle to get help for a variety of reasons. They lack the money to pay for therapy and the support they need.
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    I agree, mental health care is very important and sadly is not always easy to get. Mental health needs more funding and more awareness. Being stable mentally is just as important as getting your yearly doctor's exam. I view mental illness's such as depression, anxiety and so on to be just as important to treat as any physical sickness or injury that requires medical attention.
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    I also agree that mental healthcare is very poor and not getting the attention it deserves. I have someone really close to me that has mental illness and they don't get all the proper things that they need to deal with it because of money.
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    As someone who has struggled with mental illness most of my entire life I know all too well the challenges that mental health faces in our country. It might help you to look at the Reagan administration and their decisions to close several mental health hospitals and programs in the late 80's. This had a huge impact on how mental health was dealt with in this country.
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    Being someone that has worked for a number of years with mentally disabled patients, I have to say that there is a lot of indifference toward this medical condition. Patients are not always receiving the best treatment option, they rather receive what is convenient for the health care provider or sometimes the cheapest alternative because family does not want to pay for treatment, whether it is a therapy or medication. It is very unfortunate that these people are ignored just because they have an ilness.
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    I work with a variety of patients and some do have mental disabilities. Most don't seek help because they have the lack of knowledge and don't know where to start. Also like the article states they don't have the support or don't want to spend the money. A lot of people who don't get the correct help they need then tend to become suicidal. Very sad.
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    Mental health definitely needs funding. A lack of funding will result in higher poverty and an increased suicide rate among the disabled. Not too long ago the mentally ill were put in asylums. Being someone who has Asperger's Syndrome I have experienced shutdowns and anxiety. At my last college I was unofficially withdrawn. When I have anxiety I often cannot leave my bedroom and school has become very difficult.
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    The main reason many do not seek professional help is not due to money, but the stigma that society places on someone with mental illness. Suffering in silence is a common way to handle the disease. Many also self medicate with alcohol and drugs. There is free help out there, just have to look for it. Catholic Family Services and Christian Church groups are there to those who ask for the help. The first step is to ask.
maryum99

How can we incorporate mental health education into schools? Consider the 5 T's - 1 views

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    According to this article, about 50% of students ages from 13-18 have their mental health negatively impacted in some way. A bad impact on mental health can lead youths into unfortunate circumstances. Mental health is just as important as physical health and should be brought up more within school curriculums.
bil2040400

Fixing Our Broken Mental Health Care System - 0 views

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    An article in the Huffington Post about the problems within our mental health system. Disscusses connections between mental and physical illness and the benefits of treating them together.
gab2134589

Not Even Doctors Treat Depression Like A Serious Illness - 0 views

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    Many doctors do not take mental illness as serious as they do a physical illness. They do not follow up with their mentally ill patients as much as they do with their physically ill patients. This is not a good trend because most patients seek help for their mental health with their primary doctor. Although experts are trying to curb this by suggesting that depression screenings are done with a persons physical exam.
tpoliver

Developmental Disabilities: MedlinePlus - 0 views

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    Developmental disabilities are severe, long-term problems. They may be physical, such as blindness. They may affect mental ability, such as learning disorders. Or the problem can be both physical and mental, such as Down syndrome.
Michelle Evrard

Paid Vacation Time Not Required in the US - 0 views

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    Forbes reports that the US is the only advanced economy not forced to provide workers with paid vacation time. Compared to other countries, the US is incredibly greedy when it comes to compensating their workers. Paid vacation is essential for the mental and physical health of hard working employees.
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    Forbes reports that the US is the only advanced economy not forced to provide workers with paid vacation time. Compared to other countries, the US is incredibly greedy when it comes to compensating their workers. Paid vacation is essential for the mental and physical health of hard working employees.
mic2174303

Child Abuse: More Than Just a Scar | Human Rights - 1 views

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    More programs need to be put in place to stop child abuse and neglect. Abused children have more physical and mental problems than their peers. They are likely to become abusers themselves. We need to find a way to help those who have been abused and prevent the cycle from being repeated.
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    I do agree with your article that yes children are a product of their environment. If a child is being abused mentally and physically than they too end up growing up thinking that okay and normal and eventually abusing their own kids in the future. Children should be protected and loved and grow up in an environment where they feel that and know that, they shouldn't live in fear.
jul2201173

Child Labor - 2 views

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    In this article it speaks upon the issue of children who are forced to be working due to the high cost of education. This can be harmful to a child's health physically and mentally.
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    This article provides a great amount of detail that is associated with child labor and what is needed to have the world free of child labor. Out of all the suggestions provided by the authur, "unified global action" was the one that stood out to me the most.
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    It sadden me to see that some children have it worse then others. Myself as a college student and working gets overwhelming, I couldn't imagine how children younger feel.
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    I believe child labor is a form of abuse. If a child is not old enough to have the mental capacity to be working, it is not fair. It is also dangerous to allow children to do many kinds of work.
Alysia Schmidt

Domestic Violence - 2 views

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    This article states generic information on the different types of abuse then leads into specifics.It displays facts, warnings, and signs of a domestic violence in relations. Becoming to controlling, demanding, and jealous are a few examples they specify. Any type of abuse may not show early on, but become more clear as the relationship progresses.
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    I have witnessed domestic violence first hand and the devastation it causes. It isn't always physical abuse either. A lot of times it is verbal and manipulative. It is very sad that insecurities and mental issues have such a devastating effect.
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    Domestic violence can be physically, sexually and mentally. Many people now days want to have control of the relationship. When a person is starting to be possessive and controlling is a sign that you are going to be miserable with that person. People are free to do whatever they want to do, think how they want to think. we have to take action. No more domestic violence.
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    I would like to see more of a punishment for cases involving abuse. So many cases slip through, or are not made a priority due to it being such a common issue. It is tragic to think someone can get away with victimizing family members, partners, or even strangers. I also believe substance abuse plays a huge role in why people want to have the upper-hand on others.
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    This is an issue that should not be happening in the world today. It is important that we focus on controlling situations such as this so they stop being so common.
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    People need to be more aware of signs that could possibly be domestic violence. I also think that we should learn more about it as children in school, and even offer ways for young ones to seek help if they're afraid.
mic2174303

Food deserts and social justice: Joy-Southfield's farmers market in Detroit, MI | GlobeMed - 1 views

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    Access to healthy food has become a struggle for residents of low income urban neighborhoods. This lack has been linked to physical and mental health problems. This is a growing problem across the country and needs to be rectified.
azrafuentes101

Childhood obesity: causes and consequences - 0 views

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    Obesity is located everywhere no matter what country. In order to prevent obesity, having both good physical and mental health are important. Eating fat foods is actually not the main cause of obesity.
alo2137726

Developmental Issues for Young Children in Foster Care - 0 views

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    Children who are in the foster care system face more hardships than children who are not. Some of the hardships foster kids face are lack of stability, abuse (both physical and mental), neglect, etc. When placed in foster homes, most of the time kids will face some sort of hardship, unless they are lucky.
bri2104912

When Sex Trafficking Goes Unnoticed in America - 0 views

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    Sex trafficking has been an issue in the US for years with more than 20.9 victims worldwide. Human trafficking has been known as slavery and has gone unnoticed.
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    It saddens me that this is an issue. I wish people did not do this to other people-- essentially taking away their rights and freedoms along with messing with the person emotionally, physically, mentally, and so much more. I really do not understand the mindset of the people that are condoning sex trafficking or even just looking the other way when this is such a dilemma all around the world.
gab2134589

Sexism is genuinely bad for your health - 0 views

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    Sexism is an awful part of our society. It affects both men and women. But people do not understand how damaging sexism can be. It can endager attitudes, jobs physical and mental health. Many women avoid talking about their issues because they fear being called Hysteric, or bossy.
amb2065920

Refugees - 0 views

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    Interesting article about physical and mental needs of the refugees looking to come to the United States. The article is written in simple language and easy to understand.
melodysr

Introduction - Domestic Violence - 0 views

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    Site provides contact numbers for help. It discusses the victims, abusers, and the cycle of violence.
dia2056159

Maternity Leave in the United States - 6 views

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    This article discusses how the United States is behind when it comes to providing paid maternity leave. The United States does not guarantee paid maternity leave.
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    This is a very sad topic, i think everyone should be able to get maternity leave no matter the standards because there is nothing more beautiful than seeing a mother and father so happy with their new born baby. I believe that people should have longer maternity leave.
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    I think everyone should be able to have maternity leave because its important for the mother and father to be with their baby. I think they should also be paid while taking this time off because they still need to be able to support the child and that cant be done if they are not making money.
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    With the evidence that researchers have uncovered within their study on new mothers; these findings can be very alarming. Especially, the diagnose of postpartum depression. This is great evidence that can support this continuous debate.
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    Pregnancy is the most beautiful thing a mother can experience, but at the same the most painful. With maternity leave mothers and fathers can have that time to recover and get back to their daily routines.
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    My wife gave birth to our daughter back in August, she is a school teacher and it's very heartbreaking to know that current practices in the state of Arizona have defined pregnancy as a "short term disability." True there are aspects that are disabling, but the definition itself is what removes the obligation of the state to pay for leave, instead leaving woman in the education sector to pay for supplemental health care as current healthcare for public workers does not support pregnancy. At least in our case, I'm sure there are very rare exceptions.
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    The U.S. needs to recognize that mothers need way more time than they actually get for maternity leave! Giving birth is such a beautiful but extremely painful and tiring/draining thing that women need time to recuperate from.
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    I believe in maternity leave in just about any work place. The mother gets it rough and the thought of not getting paid maternity leave just stinks. I also believe that husbands should get maternity leave. Like, what if the mother has a higher paid job, and it is the dad that stays home?
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    With the USA coming in last in maternity leave rights, Rita Ruben talks about the injustice the work place creates by not giving mothers the time and money they need to welcome their newest member of their families. Some countries even offer paid paternity leave, but in the USA, FMLA only saves your job as a mother. No pay or fathers allowed.
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    This article points out the US is the last of the fairly developed countries when it comes to advancement in women's maternity leave. The article talks about studies that have shown how a women's maternity leave can have an impact on her overall health and well-being.
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    I think the author made a very important comment by saying, "The mother's mental and physical health can be an important route through which infants are affected by parents' employment decisions." I totally agree with this. How can we ignore our health after having a baby. I have 5 children and I was fortunate enough to not have to work. I was able to stay home and heal, and most importantly bond with my baby. I recovered well post child birth, and I was able to be the best mother I could be to my children.
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    This is a huge social injustice towards the mothers who have just given birth. Making maternity leave as a paid family leave is wrong because the mothers have to later make up all the time they took off to care for their newborn, which can be months.
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    I think new moms definitely get the shaft when it comes to maternity leave. Just watching people in my life have their kids, and the struggles that can come after besides adjusting to new life I think it is a complete injustice that new moms don't have the option to have more paid time, separate from their regular PTO.
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    It's truly heartbreaking to think about the struggles that many mothers have to face. They were just introduced to motherhood and already have to worry about not being able to have the time or money that is deserved. Most of all, the time needed to recover post birth.
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    I think that maternity leave is vitally important for a mother and her child. However, what about fathers the child is just as much theirs yet little to no maternity leave is given. Usually if they take the time off for the birth of the child it comes out of their paid time off if they would like an extended amount of time.
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    The United States definitely falls behind compared to most modernized countries in-regards to this. The fact that studies show much higher results for emotional bonding between parents, and the retention of employees for the company they're employed for, when giving maternal/paternal leave. I understand the reason why it's difficult for many American businesses to be competitive to some European industries that can have months off at a time for this, but even a couple paid weeks may make all the difference at a minimum for both parents, to adapt, and prepare for their new schedule/lives.
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    I feel like every women should be guaranteed paid maternity leave. The government constantly wants us to re produce to keep the world going, so they should encourage women that they'll be fine with money and won't have to worry about missing work.
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    Maternity leave should be a MUST. Pregnancy is tough and the delivery is life changing. Mother's go through all different kinds of changes. It is unfair for a mother to have to go through these changes all while worrying about having to go to work and missing and wondering how her child might be doing.
alannahmattal

1 in 6 Nursing Home Residents Experience Neglect or Abuse * SJS - 0 views

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    This is about the abuse that those residing in nursing homes experience. Nursing home workers severely abuse residents by neglecting them and physically abusing them which leads to mental health issues.
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    I agree that there are bad nursing homes out there. However, there are also amazing nursing homes out there that have excellent staff and owners/operators that have years of experience.
emi2056907

Child Sex Trafficking - 2 views

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    This article is about how prevelant child sex trafficking is in the US. 100,000 a year to be exact. It is a 9.8 billion dollar industry
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    The market for sex trafficking is in the billions yet, I cannot recall any coverage on the capture and arrest of a sex trafficking ring. It would be helpful to know what progress has been made in curtailing the practice of selling children for sex. I can think of several arrests in the news for smuggling and selling drugs. It bothers me that something this impactful to innocent lives and so detrimental to society does not appear to have any signs of slowing down.
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    Nearly half of the people captured for human trafficking are children. If children ever make it out of human trafficking, they have severe physical and mental health issues.
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    Sex trafficking has been such a devastating thing that has yet to decline over the years. It seems as if the more time goes on, the numbers increase and not the other way around. 100,000 lives to be taken a year is so saddening. It is such a shame that there is no way even with technology today to decrease these numbers.
alyzarram

U.S. Military Lifts Ban on Women in Combat - 0 views

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    Men are drastically superior to women physically in every way. Adding women to a combat team lowers their combat effectiveness. However, mentally they handle violence much better.
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