Whether it’s violence in a community, a natural disaster, or another life-altering event, crises can cause unsettling responses in people near and far from the situation. As individuals process trauma, a full range of emotions can be expected over time. In the immediate aftermath, survivor’s guilt may impact those directly impacted, while anyone may experience … Continued

While holiday festivities make December merry, they also can be a time of grief because of the impact of drug or alcohol-related deaths on America’s roads. National Impaired Driving Prevention Month calls attention to the increase in driving deaths from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reports … Continued

Teachers and school staff often are the first to notice signs of distress in their students. Grades might suddenly slip, a teen’s peer group suddenly changes, or there could be incidents of alcohol, tobacco, or cannabis use on campus. When these events happen, schools often seek easily accessible resources for teens. Rosecrance is meeting Chicagoland … Continued

As youth find their way in a digital age, the threat of online harassment continues to grow. A study earlier this year raises concerns that cyberbullying may be significantly more likely to influence suicidality. Noting that suicide is the second-leading cause of adolescent deaths, the National Institutes of Health found that individuals targeted by bullies … Continued

With reports of poor mental health on the rise, public influencers are talking more openly about their journeys with mental illness, and advertising campaigns bring conversations to the forefront. Still, stigma prevents many who need help from talking about their illness or seeking treatment. Rosecrance Chief of Clinical Excellence Tom Wright, M.D. points to several … Continued

Rosecrance is pleased to announce that Raymond Garcia, M.D. has been promoted to Vice President of Medical Services. In this new role, Dr. Garcia will lead medical staff at all Rosecrance sites, with a focus on continued enhancement of evidence-based tools to improve client outcomes. Dr. Garcia joined Rosecrance in 2010 as a psychiatrist and … Continued

Rosecrance Central Illinois is pleased to announce that expanded psychiatry services are available for children and adolescents. Youth up to age 17 can be seen by a Rosecrance psychiatrist for mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression. Services are available at 801 N. Walnut St. in Champaign. Please call 217.398.8080 for more information or … Continued

Rosecrance is pleased to announce that it has been named an approved provider through the Veterans Administration Community Care Network (VA-CCN). This affiliation allows veterans to receive specialized care close to home when a VA facility isn’t located nearby. “We’re proud that as a VA-CCN-approved provider, Rosecrance can provide hope and healing for the people … Continued

It’s healthy to experience a full range of emotions and moods, however, continual pressures can lead to a longer season of poor mental health, while individuals with mental illness may experience more noticeable symptoms. For individuals wondering if a stretch of stress is something more than the occasional downturn in mental health, Rosecrance Chief of … Continued

Each time headlines feature an individual’s recovery journey, the conversation reminds us that substance use disorder can touch anyone’s life. “Substance use disorder is a complex brain disease that does not discriminate,” said Rosecrance Regional President Carlene Cardosi, M.S.W., LCSW. “The good news is that talking openly and honestly about it can give individuals the … Continued