The countries that have kept their kids in school have made it a national priority, sending consistent messages and sacrificing other conveniences.
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Maine Voices: Exposure to the coronavirus has impact far beyond me
I have to isolate from my wife. Co-workers and anyone they interacted with must quarantine, too. But at least we’re in a place that takes this seriously.
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Commentary: I’ll let my kids play football, despite my devastating injury
It will help provide them with a sense of purpose and empower them not to become victims of circumstance.
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Insight: Don’t forget to laugh
Research shows that laughing is good for your mind and your body.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Worsening pandemic has increased demand for mental health services in Maine
Calls to both the Maine Crisis Line and the Intentional Warm Line have ticked back up as COVID-19 has spread in recent weeks.
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Maine Voices: On National Take a Hike Day, make a plan to explore Maine trails this winter
In a year when we have not been able to gather with family and friends as we used to, our trail system can bring us together safely.
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Maine Voices: It’s up to community to make young people feel that they matter
The Maine Resilience Building Network is starting a conversation that will affect our state’s economic and public health.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Sanford Medical Center opening psychiatric center to help ease shortage
Some patients needing mental health crisis beds have to wait days or weeks to get served in Maine.
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Georgetown singer-songwriter creates album centered around mental health
Lauren Crosby partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Maine to release her newest album, “Sheepscot Valley Enchantress,” and $1 from every album will be donated to the Hallowell-based non-profit.
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Maine Voices: Let’s not just stop school bullying – let’s prevent it
As bad as bullying is, ‘safe’ is a pretty low bar. Kids need to jump higher if they are to test their abilities, hopes and dreams.