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.
Good painting is the kind that looks like sculpture.
- Michelangelo
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
This week’s recommended Health and Wellness Activity
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Health and Wellness Articles
It only takes 15 minutes to change your health (opens new window)
Study reveals best exercise for type-1 diabetes patients (opens new window)
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MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE USE, AND NURSING ARTICLES
In the right atrium of the nursing profession lies a commitment to advancing the health and well-being of the people we serve. In July 2024, six Johns Hopkins School of Nursing students including three PhD students – Marcus Henderson, Aisha Ellis, and Fernando Mena-Carrasco – and three DNP students – Angelica Garcia-Ditta, Maureen Ndzi, and Kimesha Grant – participated in the Minority Fellowship Program’s 2024 Intensive Training Institute (ITI), a flagship workforce development program sponsored by the the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and implemented by the American Nurses Association (ANA). Read more (opens new window)
Nurse-Supported Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Improved Sleep Outcomes (opens new window)
Nurse-supported, self-directed cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia reduced severity scores and improved sleep outcomes, a randomized trial of veterans showed. Among 178 veterans, Insomnia Severity Index scores fell by an estimated mean of 5.7 points at 8 weeks in the group who participated in six weekly phone calls that specifically covered insomnia content compared with 2 points in a control group who also participated in weekly calls without sleep-focused content (P<0.001), reported Christi Ulmer, PhD, DBSM, of the Durham VA Healthcare System in North Carolina, and co-authors. Read more (opens new window)
Anxiety and depression linked to chronic pain in children (opens new window)
There are small signs of improvement in the mental health of U.S. teenagers, a government survey released Tuesday said, but the share of students particularly girls feeling sad and hopeless remained high. From 2021 to 2023, the portion of high school students who reported feelings of persistent sadness or hopelessness declined from 42% to 40%, according to the CDC report. More than 20,000 students were surveyed at school in the spring of 2023. Read more (opens new window)
MFP/ANA ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS
On October 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., MFP will host a gala at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, DC, to celebrate the accomplishments of the program's first 50 years!
In July 2024, six Johns Hopkins School of Nursing students including three PhD students – Marcus Henderson, Aisha Ellis, and Fernando Mena-Carrasco – and three DNP students – Angelica Garcia-Ditta, Maureen Ndzi, and Kimesha Grant – participated in the Minority Fellowship Program’s 2024 Intensive Training Institute (opens new window) (ITI), a flagship workforce development program sponsored by the the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) (opens new window) and implemented by the American Nurses Association (ANA). (opens new window)
This annual gathering of all MFP fellows, alumni, and mentors celebrates 50 years of fostering diversity in psychiatric mental health and substance use nursing, particularly among ethnic groups who experience higher rates of discrimination, including Black, Latino, and Asian populations.
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In this special episode, recorded during the MFP's 2024 Summer Intensive Training Institute in Washington, D.C., host Indrias Kassaye brings together an accomplished panel of MFP alumni to celebrate the program's 50-year legacy and explore the future of psychiatric and mental health care for underserved communities.
Join us as Dr. John Lowe, Dr. Eugenia Millender, Dr. Rosa Gonzalez-Guarda, Dr. Mary Lou de Leon Siantz, Dr. Kalisha Bonds-Johnson, and Dr. LaKeetra Josey share their journeys, groundbreaking research, and the profound impact they’ve had on the lives of those they serve.
Listen now (opens new window) to the entire podcast episode and earn FREE CNE credits!
Visit emfp.org (opens new window) to learn more about the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association.
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.
September 18-20 | San Antonio, TX
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