How coronavirus could affect suicide rates in Greater Houston
4/21/2020 - Community Impact News
Suicide rates, which had been on the rise long before the coronavirus pandemic, could continue to increase because of it, according to Cammy Hazim, southeast Texas area director for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Leadership Conversations: The Harris Center4/17/2020 - Lifesize
We spoke with Wayne Young, CEO of The Harris Center, about how his organization uses the Lifesize platform to deliver personalized care and consultations to their clients.
For People Struggling With Mental Health, ‘Social Distancing’ Can Be More Difficult4/16/2020 - Houston Public Media
Social distancing guidelines, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to prevent the spread of COVID-19, could cause more psychological distress on those who already suffer from mood disorders and other mental health issues.
Feeling stressed? How positive reframing may help4/10/2020 - KPRC Local 2
Many of our lives have been turned upside down by the coronavirus pandemic. Some of us are parenting and working from home. You may be worried about you or someone you love getting sick. We are in is a stressful time.
Crisis concerns coming into Harris County hotline4/6/2020 - KPRC Local 2
Since March 18, the Harris Center for Mental Health has been taking calls from across Texas.
They’ve found many of us are experiencing abnormal amounts of anxiety, fear, and feelings of isolation.
New statewide support line for mental health needs related to COVID-194/2/2020 - KLTV
Texas Health and Human Services has launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This new resource offers COVID-19-related mental health support for all Texans. People can call the Statewide COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week toll-free at 833-986-1919.
Watch our interview with Judge Lina Hidalgo on coronavirus in Texas and its impact on Harris County3/30/2020 - Texas Tribune
We hosted an interview Friday with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, who discussed the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the Houston community.
COVID-19 mental health support line opens to Victoria area3/25/2020 - Victoria Advocate
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD located in Houston is providing a COVID-19 24/7 mental health support line that covers Victoria.
People with Medicare can now visit doctors from home3/19/2020 - KPRC Local 2
There are now more options for people who might need to see a doctor without having to leave their homes.
GCSW Alumna Jennifer Battle Discusses Harris County Crisis Diversion Program and Mental Health3/4/2020 - University of Houston College of Social Work
As discussions regarding mental health have become more socially acceptable and a frequent topic of conversation, many social workers have been spearheading these efforts throughout their careers.