When discussing mental health and mental illness, it’s critically important to make the distinction. A mental illness is a condition specifically diagnosed by a physician or a licensed therapist that needs a specific course of treatment. Mental health encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Like physical health, there are many components to mental health, … Continued
The behavioral health effects of social isolation brought on by the pandemic have become especially worrisome among teens. As the world returns to normalcy and teens once again head back to school, many will find themselves surrounded by friends, teachers and school officials, making substance use and mental health issues more difficult to disguise than … Continued
Simply put, substance use and mental health issues are on the rise. COVID-19 has forced us into isolation, magnifying these issues for some and removing the opportunity for assistance and support. Teens are particularly vulnerable to the behavioral health effects of the pandemic and in need of support. For professionals or loved ones seeking guidance … Continued
THE DELAYED IMPACT OF COVID-19 As the world re-opens, the psychological impact of COVID-19 on adults and teens may not be readily apparent. The delayed reaction of social isolation can result in higher levels of depression for teens and increased dependency on drugs and alcohol for adults. It can be especially difficult to identify signs … Continued
The effects of childhood trauma can sometimes be the silent catalyst that leads to addiction early in life. At Rosecrance, we know that untreated trauma can lead to a vicious cycle of sobriety and relapse. A holistic approach to treatment offers the best solution for identifying the traumas that lead to addiction through moments of … Continued
Even as a new vaccine is offering hope of bringing the pandemic to an end, the less obvious side-effects of COVID-19 are still making themselves known. Especially when it comes to teen mental health and substance use issues. While on the surface it appears that there is currently a steep decline in teen cases of … Continued
The Co-Responder Pilot Program for Rockford and Winnebago Counties has completed a weeklong session of training in preparation to respond to call involving a person experiencing a behavioral health crisis. In addition to hearing from law enforcement and panel discussions, the cohort group completed training sessions on topics including: Substance Use Disorder – warning signs … Continued
Whether she’s counseling youth in the criminal justice system, leading a team, or caring for horses, new Rosecrance Central Illinois mental health services director Kristen Hammel can’t help but connect with others around her. That gift has enabled her to positively impact lives wherever she has served. “People have told me I have the natural … Continued
This year has been the year of numbers: the number of people who have been unfortunate enough to contract COVID-19, the number of people who’ve died from COVID-19, the number of people who’ve lost their jobs or someone they love… there’s no end to the number of people whose lives have been directly or indirectly … Continued
After many weeks of planning and development, officials from Winnebago County, the City of Rockford, and Rosecrance are pleased to announce the launch of the Co-Responder Pilot Program for Rockford and Winnebago Counties. Municipalities across the country are adopting similar programs where law enforcement and clinicians work together in response to calls that involve a … Continued