Mental Health Awareness Month is a great opportunity for us all to have valuable conversations around how to better serve those affected by mental illness, but real progress is made when these conversations lead to actionable next steps that outlive just one month per calendar year. As the digital transformation in healthcare forges on at a rapid pace, mental health professionals have an important seat at the table. Virtual care solutions are proven to have immense benefits for those with mental illnesses, and more organizations than ever are adopting technology to help improve outcomes for these patient populations.

As September comes to a close, Emma Sandrock and Megan Williams take a moment to reflect on the importance of Suicide Prevention Month and the opportunity it gives us all to focus our attention on an incredibly serious topic. Listen to their brief conversation and gain valuable information on ways to take action, provide support, get educated and help identify the signs for those who may be struggling.

Join Emma & Claudia as they have an open discussion about how the Mozzaz system is actively helping Heredia Therapy Group in their mission.

First responders are repeatedly exposed to distressing incidents, trauma and death, putting them at risk for mental health issues. In addition to traumatic experiences, their work subjects them to unique and regular workplace stressors, such as: long work hours, heavy workloads, rotating or overnight shifts, unpredictable environments and physical demands. Due to these stressors, first responders are more likely to experience negative mental health symptoms, yet evidence suggests that many deny or resist seeking help for mental health due to stigma in their workplace culture.

The United States faces around 44,000 suicide deaths and almost 500,000 suicide attempts every year. Risks of attempts are at the highest just after 30 days from hospital discharge. With these alarming rates in mind, Centerstone set out to create 3 intervention programs in association with the Mozzaz Lifetiles. Mozzaz has partnered with Centerstone to showcase its technological effects on suicide intervention through its mobile app.