Category archives: Mental Health

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is more than just a physical condition. For many, its impact goes beyond the digestive system to affect mental well-being, creating a complex interplay between gut function and emotional health. This relationship, often referred to as the brain-gut connection, highlights how IBS symptoms and psychological symptoms…

The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County is excited to announce the launch of its new three-part training series, Beyond the Connection, designed to equip community helpers with the tools to foster meaningful conversations, provide a listening ear, and connect individuals with mental health resources. This initiative is open to anyone…

Anger is not only an uncomfortable feeling, but spending too long being angry can have ill effects on your health. At its best, anger alerts us to danger and inspires action. But anger is an emotion characterized by feeling antagonism toward someone or something that has wronged you, according to…

Depression affects women and men In Monmouth County NJ Being tough is a quality many men are encouraged to work toward starting in childhood. Popular culture (and even family and friends) imply it’s not manly to talk about your feelings or show emotion, summed up by the expression “Man up.” …

Mental health recovery extends beyond symptom management—it requires strong community ties, stable housing, and support in everyday life. Our Community Support Services (CSS) program empowers adults with severe and persistent mental health conditions to overcome social and systemic barriers and integrate meaningfully into their communities. ​ Through personalized rehabilitation plans…

Targeted crisis interventions and comprehensive support highlighted Across the nation – and here in Monmouth County – rising Emergency Department visits among young people facing mental health crises are sounding alarm bells to families, health care providers and communities alike. Youth are increasingly turning to Emergency Departments for help with…

Finding Hope at the TMS Center of New Jersey Every October, National Depression Awareness Month serves as a vital reminder of the impact that depression has on individuals, families, and communities. More than 17 million adults in the United States experience at least one major depressive episode each year. While…

Hypnotherapy — or hypnosis — is a type of nonstandard or "complementary and alternative medicine" treatment. It uses guided relaxation, intense concentration, and focused attention to achieve a heightened state of awareness that is sometimes called a trance. The person's attention is so focused while in this state that anything…

988 & Crisis Systems Response In 2020, Congress designated the new 988 dialing code to be operated through the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. SAMHSA sees 988 as a first step towards a transformed crisis care system in America. Crisis Systems Response Training and Technical Assistance Saving Lives in America:…

If you drink heavy amounts of alcohol for weeks, months, or years, you may have mental and physical symptoms when you stop or cut back. This is called alcohol withdrawal. About half of all people with alcohol use disorder go through it. For men, heavy drinking is defined as five…

If you have or believe you may have a mental health problem, it can be helpful to talk about these issues with others. It can be scary to reach out for help, but it is often the first step to helping you heal, grow, and recover. Having a good support…

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an eight-hour training course designed to identify risk factors associated with mental health and substance use concerns. Participants develop pre-crisis and crisis intervention strategies by engaging in experiential activities to build understanding of the impact of mental illness on individuals and families. Adult Mental…