PTSD Awareness Month
June 8, 2021 Posted in: Announcement
According to the American Psychiatric Association, “Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experience or... Continue reading →
National Autism Awareness Week - March 29th – April 4th
March 11, 2021 Posted in: Announcement
According to the Autism Society website, “Autism is a complex, lifelong, developmental disability that typically appears during early childhood and can impact a person’s social skills,... Continue reading →
Weeks in February - Random Acts of Kindness & International Boost of Self Esteem
January 26, 2021 Posted in: Announcement
February 15th – February 22nd marks two significant weeks internationally. During these weeks we recognize “Random Acts of Kindness” as well as “... Continue reading →
Children's Mental Health Awareness Week
January 22, 2021 Posted in: Announcement
February 1st through the 5th marks Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week and Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (Bakersfield Behavioral) recognizes the... Continue reading →
Human Trafficking and Slavery Prevention Month
January 12, 2021 Posted in: Announcement
According to the U.S. Department of Defense website, “Human trafficking is a crime in which force, fraud, or coercion is used to compel a person to perform labor,... Continue reading →
National Dog Walking Month
January 12, 2021 Posted in: Announcement
According to an article written by Caren Osten found on PsychologyToday.com, “Dogs can be much more than simply a trusting buddy. The evidence proving the physical benefits... Continue reading →
Trauma-Informed Care & Behavioral Health Treatment
September 28, 2020 Posted in: News Release
In recent years, clinicians have studied the impact of trauma on behavioral health treatment outcomes. Many individuals experience traumatic episodes in their... Continue reading →
National Suicide Prevention Week: Get Involved
August 31, 2020 Posted in: News Release
Tens of thousands of people in the United States die from suicide each year, and over a million Americans attempt suicide... Continue reading →
How to Support Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
August 12, 2020 Posted in: News Release
Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is a time for people to learn about the unique challenges that minorities face... Continue reading →