Does social media cause poor mental health, or does anxiety cause teens to immerse themselves in Twitter and TikTok? Research indicates that it’s a bit of both. Studies in recent years draw strong connections between young adults and negative mental health, while evidence also points to teens with depression using social media to cope. Regardless … Continued
Rosecrance celebrated an expanded presence in the City of Chicago with an open house at its new River North location. The site is Rosecrance’s first step toward developing a network of outpatient centers within the city. Rosecrance River North offers outpatient mental health and substance use services for adults. It also allows people and their … Continued
A psychology degree often is the first step to a rewarding career counseling clients. As Beth Dahl discovered, it also can be the foundation to championing hope within an organization in unsuspecting ways. Dahl, now the Rosecrance Jackson Centers grant coordinator, has found unique applications to clinical training in nearly 30 years with the organization. … Continued
When McHenry County faced the loss of vital behavioral health services in 2012, Rosecrance was welcomed by the community to continue life-giving work. A decade later, Rosecrance McHenry County is proud to be a champion of hope for the region through innovative treatment that impacts thousands of individuals and families each year. At the time, … Continued
It can be unsettling when you sense a loved one may need treatment. You may wonder if they are just experimenting with a substance, or if they are going through a temporary mood change. This can be tough to discern because not all who occasionally consume alcohol or another substance become addicted, and not everyone … Continued
As dusk set on August 2022, Rosecrance staff, alumni, and clients paused to honor the memory of individuals lost to overdose. This was the first year that all major Rosecrance sites and regions collaborated to mark International Overdose Awareness Day with luminaria walks and other activities. “It is important that, together, we recognize everyone’s … Continued
Rosecrance Central Illinois is pleased to announce the opening of an expanded crisis residential unit at its 2302 Moreland Blvd. location on September 1. The new location will provide space to serve more clients, easier access to Rosecrance’s continuum of care, and feature updated amenities. It replaces services formerly offered at 70 E. Washington St. … Continued
When an individual is immersed in a painting, thrilled by the sounds of nature, or stilled by reflection in a labyrinth, leisure activities are transformed into spaces and places where hope is found. This is what makes experiential therapies so effective—what may seem like fun is a life lesson. For nearly two decades, Rosecrance Therapeutic … Continued
Rosecrance and Rockford Public Schools pleased to announce a partnership that provides additional support resources to students who may be experiencing socio-emotional or behavioral concerns. Through this collaboration, which began in February, a team of behavioral health student assistance professionals (BH SAPs) has been embedded into RPS 205 schools. These caring staff members get to … Continued
Rosecrance is pleased to announce that a new center in Chicago’s River North neighborhood is open and accepting patients. The outpatient center, at 320 W. Ohio St., Suite 410E in Chicago, offers expanded mental health and substance use treatment services and support for teens, adults, and their families. This new location allows individuals and their … Continued