Today marked the third and final day of the 31st Annual Zarrow Mental Health Symposium. Fittingly, October 10 is both World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day—a reminder of how closely connected housing stability and mental health truly are. The day’s keynote speakers powerfully represented both issues. Community Impact: Poverty and Housing Stability The […]
Please note: This post discusses suicide and self-harm and may be distressing for some readers. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, you are not alone. Help is available through the U.S. national suicide and crisis helpline—call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org. Day Two of the 31st Annual Zarrow
The 31st Annual Zarrow Mental Health Symposium is off to a powerful start. Wednesday’s attendees had the opportunity to choose from 20 breakout sessions covering a wide range of topics, from ethical responsibilities of clinical practice to innovative approaches in mental health care. The day’s highlight was the opening keynote from Dr. Christine Caldwell, a
Day One Recap: The 31st Annual Zarrow Mental Health Symposium Read More »
Pathways to Change: Empowering Communities, Clients & Clinicians The 31st Annual Zarrow Mental Health Symposium, hosted by Mental Health Association Oklahoma this fall is now accepting proposals for presentations. This year’s theme, Pathways to Change: Empowering Communities, Clients & Clinicians, will focus on how we can foster resilience, hope and transformation in these challenging times.
Zarrow Mental Health Symposium 2025 Call for Presentations is open Read More »
🌟Here’s your chance to attend a nationally-recognized mental health conference at a special low rate🌟 🎉 Calling all mental health professionals, advocates and supporters! Secure your spot at the 30th annual Zarrow Mental Health Symposium by registering early and enjoying exclusive benefits! This year’s theme is Life Stages: Mental Health Across a Lifetime. 📅 Date:
Zarrow Mental Health Symposium opens early bird registration through August 19th Read More »
If you missed the April 9th deadline, you have a few more days! The Call for Presentations deadline has been extended to April 15th. See below for more information. The theme for this year’s event is Life Stages: Mental Health Across a Lifetime. We are seeking 60 and 90 minute breakout session proposals where you can
The Zarrow Symposium Call for Presentations deadline is extended Read More »
Join us as we explore the many influences throughout our lifetime that can shape our mental health, impact our resilience, and support our recovery. The 2024 theme for our Zarrow Mental Health Symposium is “Mental Health Across a Lifetime.” Mental Health Association Oklahoma is seeking symposium presentation proposals from presenters around the globe interested in sharing information
Zarrow Mental Health Symposium opens its call for presentations Read More »
Happy New Year, friends! The first Mental Health Download episode of 2024 is live, and it’s a timely one. According to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, the rate of unintentional drug overdose deaths increased 67% from 2019 to 2021, and methamphetamine was involved in nearly two-thirds of those tragic occurrences.
Juli Leber and Emily McPherson on the Mental Health Download Read More »
With very little exception, our entire staff attends a monthly training which serves to augment our understanding of the organization, the mission we strive to fulfill and the people we serve. Each session proves valuable, offering a layer of insight previously unknown, and each one is dotted with “aha” moments that are critical in adapting
NEAR Science: Beyond ACEs, a fascinating area of mental health Read More »
Dr. Kara Bagot closed out our 2023 Zarrow Mental Health Symposium keynote sessions with a fascinating, if not jarring, presentation on trends in adolescent addiction. Keeping with the modern world in which we live, she spoke not just of substance use, but also of technology addiction, as well as the impact of covid on trends
