The ODH Violence and Injury Prevention Section (VIPS) collects and utilizes surveillance data to inform prevention programs with the goal...

Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. But people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) feel extremely worried or feel nervous...

The biggest challenge among youth is balancing being productive and taking some personal time for yourself, family or friends. Your...

Vaping and tobacco use among youth today is very effective and has caused many lives to be lost. Four cases of severe lung injury in the...

There are plenty of reasons why someone, especially a young person, may not have access to professional mental health resources. Parent...

Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a common, distressing and persistent mental illness. Recent studies have identified a number of...

Far too many young people are struggling with their mental health and unable to get the support they need. We all have a role to play in...

We all want to be happy, but increasingly people seem to be making a serious mistake—confusing true happiness with temporary pleasure....

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a type of psychotherapy. It aims to help you notice negative thoughts and feelings, and then...

There are many ways to treat substance use disorders. Learn more about what options are available and how to support loved ones on their...

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Set your boundaries and be responsible for what is in your control, NOT OUT OF YOUR CONTROL!!!

Encouraging Leaders Organization Info@Encouragingleadersmn.Org 121 Washington Ave N Minneapolis, MN 55401 RE: FIGHTING OPIOD ADDIC TION...

Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month this summer for Free Fresh Food Fridays! Tons of fresh fruits and vegetables, 9:30 am until...

The pandemic has been challenging for everyone. Don’t forget to focus on self-care for your mental and physical health. Learn some ways...

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! No matter what, YOU MATTER If you ever feel like you don’t, if you’re struggling emotionally, or if you just need to...

Fast Facts About Vaping There are many myths out there about safety of these products. Here, Holm shares a few critical facts about the...

Participating in youth sports has many benefits, from increasing agility, strength, and fine motor skills, to building self-confidence....

Often times alcohol is looked at as a separate chemical from "drugs" or like a fun beverage but that's not the case. Heavy alcohol...