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Artwork Inspires a Message of Hope Among Students

July 22, 2014 By Kathryn Leave a Comment

April 4th, 2014 was a day of true celebration. Students gathered in the heart of campus at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte to witness the dedication of aContinue Reading

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Shining a Light for Depression: An Invitation to Plant Hope

May 15, 2014 By Kathryn Leave a Comment

Many of us recognize the unfortunate stigma that remains in society when it comes to openly discussing our own or our loved ones depression and/or mental health. Yet, as PaoloContinue Reading

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Schools for Hope; New Campaign to Prevent Suicide in Youth

December 6, 2013 By Kathryn 2 Comments

Did you know 1 in 9 kids attempt suicide prior to graduating high school, and that 40% of those kids are in grade school? (Journal of Adolescent Health via Family Matters,Continue Reading

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The Past, Present, and Future for Depression; A Perspective of Hope from Geneva

October 6, 2013 By Kathryn Leave a Comment

As I sit here at a crowded Starbucks in sunny Geneva Switzerland, preparing for the meeting tomorrow at the headquarters of the World Health Organization, I marvel at howContinue Reading

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In this light, I bring you Field for Hope

June 21, 2013 By Kathryn Leave a Comment

When someone suffers from depression the effects ripple out to those they love. I can still remember the moment. As I was getting ready for an upcoming weekend visit toContinue Reading

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Fascinating Research on Getting the Most out of Art Therapy

July 26, 2010 By ifredorg Leave a Comment

There is such a great deal of information on art therapy, it is becoming a new trend in treatment for patients with mental health issues. I think it is FANTASTIC,Continue Reading

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