With parents and kids working and learning remotely, screen time is on the rise and many parents have relaxed the usual limits on activities like…
Frequent contact with others who are in recovery is a cornerstone of 12 step programs. Together people provide mutual support in order to maintain their…
The Maryland Health Connection starts a new Special Enrollment Period open to uninsured Marylanders who need health coverage during the State of Emergency for Coronavirus…
If you care about someone struggling with substance use disorder, it’s important to understand how professionals in the field consider various treatment options and how…
Recently the Maryland Department of Health sponsored a training for those who wanted to offer presentations on medications for addiction treatment (MAT). MCF’s Ginger Rosela…
The current statistics regarding youth mental health are troubling. More and more students report feeling depressed. Even more alarming, between 2009 and 2017, the number…
Are you familiar with your Local Care Team (LCT)? It can be a great resource in finding help for your child. LCTs were funded across…
Have you had trouble finding an in-network behavioral health provider for your loved one through your private insurance? Here at MCF we hear stories about…
By Ann Geddes Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problem experienced by children and adolescents. More than 30% of youth will develop an…
By Gail Doerr Stress surrounds us and can be a chronic state for some. When unmanaged, long-term stress can make us susceptible to anxiety or…
By Lorri Irrgang You want to share love and feel loved by the person who is struggling with addiction, but often all you feel is…
Note – This article has been adapted to include the Maryland Helpline information in addition to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline phone number. Suicide is…