mental health

Health & Wellness September 21, 2026

It’s Hard To Predict Who Will Be Suicidal. It’s Easier To Ensure People Can’t Shoot Themselves.

This article by Aneri Pattani first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 21, 2026 Paul Nestadt is about as steeped in suicide prevention as a person can…

Opinion September 19, 2026

The question that could save a life

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month By Melanie Dallas, LPC Most of us probably know someone who has struggled with their mental health. We may notice they seem different. They’re…

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Psychology September 1, 2026

Online mental healthcare is here to stay: Here’s how to navigate your options and find the right clinician

by Shari Harding, UMass Chan Medical School, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] As a mental health nurse practitioner who sees patients both in person and…

Opinion September 1, 2026

This Recovery Month, let’s be realistic

By Melanie Dallas, LPC September is National Recovery Month and it is a good opportunity for us to reflect on what recovery means, especially for individuals living with complex mental…

Opinion August 8, 2026

Navigating change is an important back-to-school skill

By Melanie Dallas, LPC The start of a new school year is often filled with excitement. New teachers, new classmates, new routines, and new opportunities can make this season feel…

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Education July 31, 2026

Students are anxious – and it’s no surprise, since we are teaching them to be that way

by Erin Clabough, University of Virginia, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Temporary anxiety can often surface before the first day of school. Sometimes, that can…

Opioid Settlement Money Is Reaching Cobb County, But Families Still Face the Hardest Step

Photo by Kattie Brittel – free licence SPONSORED CONTENT This article is sponsored by Modern Recovery Services. It was produced on behalf of the sponsor and does not represent independent…

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Government & Politics, State Government July 20, 2026

Georgia is building first state psychiatric hospital since landmark disability case

by Ellie Fivas, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 20, 2026 A $409 million state hospital is in the works, a solution…

Opinion July 11, 2026

Celebrating independence, every day

By Melanie Dallas, LPC Fourth of July is a good holiday. It happens during summer, when the weather is nice (extreme heat notwithstanding) and the days are long – and,…

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Community Life, Libraries June 26, 2026

South Cobb Regional Library Celebrates America 250 with Pride

South Cobb Regional Library (photo by Semmendinger — licensed under Creative Commons 4.0 Attribution Share Alike) By Kelly Johnson June and July offer a two-month span of Pride, as June…

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Government & Politics October 2, 2026