by Adapt Training and Development February, with its short days and often dreary weather, can paradoxically feel like the longest month of the year. This phenomenon is not uncommon, even among those of us who usually relish the opportunity to cozy up at home against the backdrop of a rainy day. However, the gloom of […]
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Differences not Deficits: The Double Empathy Problem
by Erica Ishmael, LPC, MS-ED—Open Access Therapist The Double Empathy Problem, put in simple terms, is that people of different experiences struggle to understand or even empathize with each other. This can occur when there are differences in socio-economic status, differences in cultural lifestyles, and even differences in neurotypes. This term was originally coined in […]
Heart and Mind Together: Strengthening Your Health in American Heart Month
by Cora Hart, Ph.D—Chief of Behavioral Medicine February is American Heart Month. You have probably been hearing about many things that affect your heart health, but one you may not have considered is the connection between heart health and mental health. Your mental well-being can have either a positive or negative impact on your heart […]
Differences Not Deficits: Models of Disability
by Erica Ishmael, LPC—Open Access Therapist Words Matter! There is a lot of verbiage in the Neurodiversity movement. Previous newsletter articles focused on some of these terms: Identity First vs. Person First language, masking, Alexithymia, and many others. Being able to coin terms helps promote understanding of the Neurodivergent Experience. This, in return, promotes compassion […]
Introducing “Provider Perspectives”: A New Article Series from Our Experts
by Grey Garris, M.S.—Communications Director At Adapt, we’re excited to announce the launch of “Provider Perspectives,” a new article series designed to enrich your understanding of various health and wellness topics! This series will feature insightful articles crafted by our esteemed providers and clinicians, offering their professional expertise on subjects that matter most to you. […]
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by Adapt Training and Development In today’s digital age, it’s not uncommon to find oneself lost in the depths of social media, where a quick check turns into hours of endless scrolling. This phenomenon, often referred to as the social media rabbit hole, is not only a potential waste of time but also has been […]
February 2024
Register for free February Trainings: Opioid Awareness & Overdose Response TrainingTuesday, February 20th, 1:00-2:30 PM QPR Suicide Prevention TrainingAvailable upon request Click here to register. If you are interested in scheduling a private training, please reach out to [email protected] Tips and Tools Recent Efforts to Keep Youth Safe From FentanylWays to ‘Boost Self-Esteem’ This FebruaryThe […]
Finding Joy in the Ordinary
by Adapt Training and Development By taking careof ordinary things,we rejoice in them. When we scrub a vegetable or brush our hair, we are expressing friendshiptowards ourselves &towards the living qualitythat is found in everything… Pema Chodron I love the sentiment of caring for ordinary things with kindness and attention (we could say mindfully). I […]
Organizing Systems to the Rescue
by Adapt Training and Development January can feel like a big month for organizing. Receiving presents over the holidays may mean we’re juggling more stuff, and getting more organized in the New Year is a resolution many people make. It occurred to me that this is a good time for a little “mental organizing.” David […]
January 2024
Register for January Trainings: Opioid Awareness & Overdose Response TrainingTuesday, January 16th, 1:00-2:30 PM PG 101 – Problem Gambling PreventionWednesday, January 24th, 2:00-3:00 PM QPR Suicide Prevention TrainingAvailable upon request Click here to register. If you are interested in scheduling a private training, please reach out to [email protected] Tips and Tools New short videos from […]
Seeking the Light
by Adapt Training and Development Thursday, December 21, is the Winter Solstice—the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The word solstice is derived from the Latin, solstitium, which means “sun stands still” (source: Royal Museums Greenwich). This shift out of darkness and into the returning of the sun has been celebrated since […]
Spotlight On: Vaping
Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), commonly referred to as ‘vapes’, first came on the U.S market in 2007, but data on their mental and physical health effects is just starting to take shape. Vaping uses a battery-powered device to heat, aerate and inhale a liquid (e-juice), which usually contains flavoring and nicotine. Initially promoted as a way […]