mental health

The pandemic can increase self-harming behaviors like eating disorders

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health issues, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas talks about the dangers of an unhealthy relationship with food.

We should all learn about our local resources and who to call in an emergency

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health issues, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas says we need to be prepared if we see a mental health emergency.

Mentorship can make a difference

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health issues, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas talks about the benefits of mentorship.

Depressive disorders are common, but also treatable

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health in the Wichita area, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas talks about the relationship between mental health issues and depressive disorders.

The mental impacts of isolation on the aging can be significant

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health in the Wichita area, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas talks about the relationship between mental health issues and isolation of the aging.

Ignoring mental health needs comes with an economic cost

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health in the Wichita area, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas looks at the cost of "presenteeism."

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Rural Suicide Rates Are Rising In Kansas And Solutions Won't Come Easy

David Condos

Sparsely populated communities face unique challenges, such as isolation and cultural stigmas about mental health, that call for tailored suicide prevention approaches.

Don't Ignore Possible Warning Signs From Young Family Members

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health in the Wichita area, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas says we need to be conscious of the mental health needs of even our youngest family members.

Screen Time Leads To Isolation, The Enemy Of Good Mental Health

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health in the Wichita area, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas talks about the relationship between mental health issues and isolation.

Housing Is A Foundational Need

Eric Litwiller

As we continue our series looking at mental health in the Wichita area, Eric Litwiller of the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas talks about the relationship between mental health issues and homelessness.