State losing 600 mental health workers (The Daily News Transcript)

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The state will lay off more than 300 mental health workers over the next several days, with about 300 more opting to accept voluntary retirements and layoffs as the Department of Mental Health moves forward with its closing of Westborough State Hospital.


Ethnic pride key to black teen mental health (PhysOrg)

Ethnic pride may be as important as self-esteem to the mental health of young African-American adolescents, according to a new study in the Nov/Dec issue of the journal Child Development.


Free holiday workshop for families of children with mental health issues (Niagara Falls Review)

Niagara Child and Youth Services is hosting a free workshop next week for families of children with mental health issues. The workshop, called "Surviving the Holidays: Tips for Families From Families" will be held Dec....