Each week a quote is shared for your consideration. Some quotes might offer comfort, hope, a challenge, a chuckle, or inspiration. You may or may not agree with the quote, but it is offered simply to help you reflect and ponder.
Better keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you must see the world.
- George Bernard Shaw
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
This week’s recommended Health and Wellness Activity
MFP 2024 Intensive Training Institute 50th Anniversary celebration
Health and Wellness Articles
Do You Live with Anxiety? Here Are 13 Ways to Cope (opens new window)
How to Wake Up Early in the Morning: 8 Tricks That Help (opens new window)
Exercise brain boost can last for years (opens new window)
MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE USE, AND NURSING ARTICLES
Nurse Survey Signals Improvements, Though Retention Still a Problem (opens new window)
Efforts to "recruit more nurses are akin to fueling a car with a leaking gas tank," one RN says. The proportion of RNs planning to leave their position fell from 2022 to 2023, though planned departure rates, abusive or violent events, and unsafe conditions remained high, according to a survey of nurses in Michigan. Among over 9,000 nurses surveyed in 2022, 39.1% planned to leave their position versus 32% of over 7,000 nurses surveyed in 2023, reported Christopher R. Friese, PhD, RN, AOCN, of the University of Michigan School of Nursing in Ann Arbor, and co-authors in JAMA Network Open. Read more (opens new window)
Your therapist wants you to go outside (opens new window)
Meta-analysis of existing research shows exposure to nature benefits those with diagnosed mental illness. Spending time in nature -- even as little as 10 minutes -- can yield short-term benefits for adults with mental illness, according to a new study published in the peer-reviewed journal Ecopsychology. The new meta-analysis examined 30 years of published research on the social, mental and physical health effects of exposure to nature, including urban nature. Read more (opens new window)
It's no secret that the caregivers of spouses with memory impairment face enormous amounts of stress. Researchers at Rice University have found that this intense pressure can be felt at the cellular level and is linked to negative physical and mental health effects, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Read more (opens new window)
MFP/ANA ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS
Associate Professor Patricia K. Bradley, PhD, RN, FAAN, Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence, has been selected as a member of the newly established Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing (ADLN).
Congratulations to Bridgette M. (Brawner) Rice, PhD, MDiv, APRN, FAAN, Villanova University M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing who published an article in Nursing Outlook on "Using nursing science to advance policy and practice in the context of social and structural determinants of health".
Congratulations to our team on this significant achievement in advancing research!
No U-Turn on Racial Justice — coming to Nashville, Tennessee and online. As part of Freedom Summer 2024, this year's week-long virtual and in-person summer school will include our usual plenaries and breakout channels, as well as skills-building workshops and networking opportunities aimed to inform, activate, and inspire.
CRT Summer School faculty will analyze how miseducation about Critical Race Theory (CRT) has been deployed in an attempt to undermine racial justice and how CRT frameworks provide essential insights into understanding the current backlash agenda.
In honor of Mississippi Freedom Summer 1964, Freedom Summer 2024 insists that on this 60th anniversary of that monumental civil rights campaign, we won’t go back! Seats are limited, so register here today (opens new window)!
The deadline for comments is July 31, 2024, at 5 pm ET.
In this third episode of "Mental Health Trailblazers, Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up!" host Indrias Kassaye speaks with Dr. Mary Lou de Leon Siantz, a distinguished alumna of the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association. As the podcast continues to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the SAMHSA Minority Fellowship Program, Dr. Siantz offers a compelling historical perspective on mental health and substance use disorder care for Latino communities over the past five decades.
Dr. Siantz provides an in-depth look at the unique challenges faced by Hispanic populations, emphasizing the critical need for culturally tailored mental health services. She discusses the evolution of community-based care models and the importance of interdisciplinary partnerships in improving mental health outcomes.
Listeners will gain valuable insights from Dr. Siantz's personal journey, her pioneering work with the Migrant Head Start program, and her impactful research on the mental health needs of migrant children and families. This episode highlights the resilience of immigrant communities and the ongoing efforts to bridge gaps in mental health care.
In addition, Dr. Siantz shares her inspiring vision for the future of nursing, which includes the integration of advanced technologies and genomics in mental health care, and even envisions nurse researchers traveling to space to address mental health needs in extraterrestrial environments. Her passion for innovation and commitment to culturally competent care exemplify the transformative potential of the nursing profession.
Join us for a powerful conversation that underscores the importance of culturally competent care and the transformative impact of the Minority Fellowship Program in shaping the future of psychiatric nursing.
Learn more about Dr. Mary Lou de Leone Siantz at https://emfp.org/about-us/national-advisory-committee/mary-lou-de-leon-siantz (opens new window)
Bonus: Earn Free CNE Credits! Nurses can earn Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credits by listening to this episode. For more details on how to claim your free CNE credits, please check the information provided below.CNE information:
An email will be sent to you at a later date with instructions on how to claim CNE credit. The American Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
We are thrilled to welcome you to the MFP/ANA Mobile App, a platform designed to connect Alumni like yourself in a mobile network of support and collaboration. Whether you are looking to share experiences, seek advice, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, this app is here to facilitate meaningful interactions within our community.
As an Alumni, your unique perspective and expertise are valuable assets that contribute to the richness of our network. We encourage you to explore the various features of the app, participate in discussions, and engage with fellow members to make the most of your experience. Together, we can create a supportive and empowering environment where ideas thrive and connections flourish.
To Connect:
- Use this link (opens new window) to access the community and create an account.
- Complete the 4 brief items to get the most out of the mobile app community including:
- Fill out your profile
- Introduce yourself
- Adjust your notifications so you know when things are happening
- Download the mobile app!
Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will make within the MFP/ANA Mobile App community.