Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas partners with New Directions to make sure our members and employees have access to the behavioral health resources they need. More than 5 … Continue reading Do your part during PTSD Awareness Month
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas partners with New Directions to provide behavioral health screenings, resources and support to our members and employees. Mental health is essential for everyone, … Continue reading {Guest Blog} BIPOC Mental Health Awareness
If you notice you or someone you care about seems “off,” you might be onto something. Knowing the signs of mental health issues and early intervention are key to getting … Continue reading {Guest blog} Know the signs of a mental illness
How are you doing today? It’s a question we ask each other all the time, mostly out of courtesy. We ask it so often, in fact, that the question has … Continue reading We must focus on our mental health during COVID-19 pandemic – a message from our CEO
You’ve probably seen or heard about rising suicide rates in the news – it’s scary, right? Right now, we are seeing suicide rates among young people reach the highest levels … Continue reading {Guest blog} Young people and suicide
This past year has had no shortage of challenges. And with so much time spent at home due to the coronavirus pandemic, you may get a little irritated with your … Continue reading {Guest blog} Stress on relationships
If you suspect someone is actively suicidal, always seek emergency medical help. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
Approaching someone who is struggling can be difficult, but it’s worth the discomfort to help save a life. Ask Ask the person if they think about dying or killing themselves. … Continue reading {Guest blog} How to help someone with suicidal thoughts
