September is Suicide Prevention Month. September 6th-12th is Suicide Prevention Week. September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. These designations […]
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A two page flyer with information about how suicidal thoughts, behaviors, and deaths impact residents of Fond du Lac County […]
The Fond du Lac Warrior Summit is focused on improving the emotional and spiritual well-being of Veterans, current service members, and their families. […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Throughout the month we will be exploring topics of Social Connections & Recreation, Work-Life […]
Learn about and register for a QPR session at the YMCA
October’s HOT TOPIC will take place virtually via Zoom on Thursday, October 15 from 2:00-3:30 pm “Grief Matters” will be […]
Stores. Restaurants. Break rooms. Libraries. Coffee shops. Classrooms. Churches. Offices. Bars. Job sites. People who are in emotional distress and […]
YScreen Recognizes September as Suicide Awareness Month National Suicide Prevention Week: September 6th-12th, 2020 When suicidal behaviors are detected early, […]
CSI Fond du Lac is pleased to announce Amber Waas has joined our team as our CSI Coordinator as of […]
September 9th, 2020: Tammi Kohlman, coordinator of the Destination Zero suicide prevention initiative, spoke with Spencer Wagen about September being […]
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a concise (60 to 90 minute) suicide prevention training in which participants learn how to […]
Mental Health Awareness Month 2020
When a youth you love is dealing with a mental health concern, sometimes it can be overwhelming. It’s important to […]
COVID-19 has caused many people including youth to experience a variety of emotions. During this time when something such as […]
List of online mental health support options.
As the days get shorter, some people find themselves feeling sad. They may feel glum or gloomy around the winter […]
Relationships are a necessary part of life though none are perfect. While they often provide stress relief and support, they […]
The holidays can be stressful so after New Years can be a great time to focus on self-care. After giving […]
If you would like to receive Destination Zero’s monthly e-newsletter with updates about suicide prevention activities and training opportunities in […]
The holidays are a wonderful time of the year but can also be very stressful. It is important for youth […]
Talking about suicide and/or talking to a suicide loss survivor can be challenging. It can feel uncomfortable, awkward, and raw. […]
Every October is National Bullying Prevention Month across the nation. Bullying is unwanted, repetitive, aggressive behavior that involves real or […]
Can NOT drinking enough water affect mental health? Staying hydrated is a prominent factor in physical, emotional, and mental health. […]
Laughter is the best medicine! Laughing has many benefits. It is a great way to release stress, anxiety, and emotional […]
Most of us enjoyed coloring as a child, but we can enjoy it as adults too! Coloring puts us in […]
Listening attentively not only makes for better conversations but for better relationships as well. Having social interactions where you feel […]
Did you know that reading helps with brain development, mood, and empathy? We have all been told that reading is […]
National Suicide Prevention Week: September 8th-14th, 2019 When suicidal behaviors are detected early, lives can be saved. Please join YScreen […]
Did you know that smelling different aromas can affect your mood? Some aromas can decrease stress and anxiety, promote positive […]
Youth Suicide Prevention Resources PDF covers information on: Knowing the signs of suicide Identifying mental illness or alcohol/other drug abuse […]
The YScreen staff understands that as teachers you play an important role in your students’ lives. You also play a […]
Did you know people who value their hobbies more than their jobs, reported higher levels of happiness? Hobbies can decrease […]
Ever wonder how much music can affect your mood? Listening to music can help release dopamine, a chemical in the […]
Celebrating your friend’s victories and accomplishments will help their mood increase, which will in turn increase your mood as well. […]
There are benefits to creating routines and schedules. It does not have to mean that you are stuck in an […]
How much is screen time impacting your brain? Screen time can affect brain chemistry and cause some damage to the […]
Did you know that cutting back your soda intake can lead to a healthier heart, mind, bones, and more? Researchers […]
Destination Zero is an initiative that aims to reduce the number of suicides in Fond du Lac County to ZERO […]
Choosing to take the stairs is a simple way to improve overall health. By making a habit out of taking […]
Due to the demands of daily life, most people are not getting enough sleep at night. Napping makes a huge […]
Reward yourself! By not treating yourself you can feel overwhelmed and burned out. Instead feel energized and cared for, when […]
Being kind improves your health! Studies show that a kind act for someone or just smiling at someone can decrease […]
Pep talks make a difference! Giving yourself a personal pep talk can help you reach your full potential, reduce anxiety, […]
Need a change? Say “yes” to something you would typically say “no” to! This is a great way to try […]
Have you ever had a bad day and can’t seem to snap out of it? You’re not alone. Here’s something […]
Regardless of whether you rely on meditation, yoga, or religion, caring for your soul is an important part of taking […]
Get help, even if you think what you’re dealing with isn’t “bad enough.” There is no threshold of struggling you […]
Finding humor in the circumstances of life can lift moods with laughter and help people to better deal with and […]
Did you know magnesium has been shown to help alleviate headaches and fatigue? Food has an impact on how you’re […]
Work allows you to provide for yourself and your family while also serving a purpose in the community, but when […]
Feeling bored of everyday life? Reclaim your time. Tip: Think about things you only enjoy on vacation. Then inject […]
Finding other people to relate to and doing healthy things that bring you enjoyment are great ways to improve your […]
When a youth you love is dealing with a mental health concern, sometimes it’s a lot to handle. It’s important […]
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among school age youth. However, suicide is preventable. Youth who are contemplating suicide […]
Most of the damage to our self-esteem is self-inflicted. The more meaningful and specific the self-esteem is to you, the […]
Give yourself permission to take a mental health day when you need it. You know when you need one, and […]
Did you know, most people have a loud inner critic which makes their life more stressful? Tip: When your inner […]
Counter negative thoughts with positive ones. Negative thoughts are just a part of life, but they don’t have to consume […]
Alcohol is the most widely abused substance among America’s youth, and drinking by young people poses enormous health and safety […]
Prioritize self-care by saying “no.” It may be just two tiny letters, but this is your gentle reminder that “no” […]
Did you know sleep deprivation can make it difficult to regulate your emotions? Studies found that humans have evolved to spend […]
Studies show being near the ocean can make you calmer. Sometimes a change of perspective involves a change of scenery. […]
Did you know a good cry can help boost your mood? Tip: Let yourself indulge in feeling sad every once […]
Do you understand your mental health coverage? An important step in accessing mental health care is understanding the coverage available […]
Never stop learning. Research shows continuing to learn beyond the boundaries of school can help keep your mind sharp. Doing […]
Staying active and exercising is a lifelong behavior that should begin at a young age. Exercising and staying active is […]
Break up the monotony. Although our routines make us more efficient and enhance our feelings of security and safety, a […]
Relaxation exercises and prayer can improve your state of mind and outlook on life. Findings suggest mindful meditation can help ease […]
Sunlight synthesizes Vitamin D, which experts believe is a mood elevator. Research has linked low Vitamin D levels with depression, obesity, […]
Smiling can help to lower your heart rate and calm you down. Tip: Feeling stressed? Try to fake a smile, […]
To be multi-culturally aware means being educated on the differences of various race groups, religions, cultures, and languages. It also […]
Are you a Gatekeeper? In suicide prevention, a gatekeeper is someone in a position to recognize a crisis and the warning signs […]
People who forgive have better mental health and report being more satisfied with their lives. Unresolved conflict can go deeper […]
Time with animals lowers the stress hormone – cortisol, and boosts oxytocin – which stimulates feelings of happiness. Tip: Feeling […]
Did you know that farmers are at a greater risk of suicide than the general population? Agriculture professionals seek ways […]
Studies suggest that yawning helps cool the brain and improves alertness and mental efficiency. Yawning helps with deep relaxation and […]
Did you know you can boost brain power by treating yourself to a couple pieces of dark chocolate every few […]
Youth experience significant stress on a daily basis. Each youth has different stressors; however, school, peers, grades, extracurricular activities, self-esteem, […]
Coffee consumption is linked to lower rates of depression. “Drinking coffee offers a boost of energy and a lift in […]
Anxiety may affect cardiovascular health. When someone is anxious, their body reacts in ways that can put an extra strain […]
Omega-3 supplements are effective in treating depression. There is a growing evidence base for omega-3s in improving mood and restoring […]
Did you know there could be a genetic link between stress and depression? A new study shows people with a […]
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The busy holiday travel season, starting at Thanksgiving, brings an increase in crashes and fatalities. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) […]
Did you know getting involved with your community makes you more mentally resilient? Tip: Expand your horizons! Grab your family […]
While stress is not always a bad thing- and in small doses can help us perform better and focus more […]
Did you know eating fast food may make you more likely to develop depression? The study demonstrates that those participants […]
Join the group of youth and young adults who have come together to stand up and speak out against substance […]
War and disasters have a large impact on mental health and psycho-social well-being. Rates of mental disorders tend to double […]
Check out how Alcohol Ads placed on Cable TV have tripled and youth exposure is growing faster than adults! Read […]
Did you know nature can improve your mental health and overall well-being? A study found that people who walked […]
Did you know a lack of melatonin in the brain makes it harder to fall and stay asleep? Melatonin, also […]
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Relationships can have a major impact on a person’s mental health and well-being. Because relationships are so important in providing […]
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