Author: Marc Cibella

OSU Mom a Model for Supporting a Child’s Mental Health

We could all learn something from Jennifer Carton. Jennifer’s son—Ohio State University freshman point guard D.J. Carton—recently announced he’d be taking a temporary leave of absence to focus on his mental health. The move has been met with an array of positive feedback, with everyone from Carton’s coach Chris Holtmann to Cavs star Kevin Love…
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Do’s and Don’ts: Safe Messaging

When talking about mental health and suicide, how we talk about it is just as important as the conversation itself. By following some useful tips and carefully avoiding some common pitfalls, you can engage with others on social media about mental health in a more impactful, respectful, and successful way. Do’s: Write Conversationally. People are…
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New Funding Available for Ohio Schools to Address Student Mental Health

With the passage of Ohio House Bill 166, Ohio students are one step closer to having access to critical mental health services in their schools. HB 166 allocates funds to school districts to set up dedicated programs to address the mental health of their students. Potential mental health services available to students include counseling and…
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