This article is part of a series called “The Trauma of Racism,” where we highlight the effects racism can have on minority populations. When Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa first heard the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial, he had a mix of emotions. “I had a little relief, sadness,” he said. “The whole thingContinue reading “The Trauma of Racism: Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa”
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Spotlight on: Family Services
Like many mental health providers during the pandemic, the Hudson Valley’s Family Services has converted to providing therapy sessions mostly through Telehealth. Vice President for Behavioral Health Robin Peritz explains that this transition has generally benefitted their clients, who are able to have more flexibility in setting up their sessions. “We have had very positiveContinue reading “Spotlight on: Family Services”
COVID Survivor Stories: Kim Willis-Rinaldi
This article is part of a series called “COVID Survivor Stories,” where we profile the struggles of those who survived a diagnosis of COVID-19, as they deal with the repercussions of recovery. As patient zero in Naugatuck, Connecticut, Kim Willis-Rinaldi had no idea what to expect when she came down with COVID-19. The geriatric therapistContinue reading “COVID Survivor Stories: Kim Willis-Rinaldi”
Vigil for Crime Victims Reflects Unsettling Times
As the Orange County Crime Victims Vigil will be held on Tuesday, April 20 at Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Hamptonburgh, NY, Crime Victims Assistance Program head Cathy Fox shares her thoughts on the rise in crime rates nationwide during the pandemic. “I don’t really think there’s one thing you can attribute it to,” sheContinue reading “Vigil for Crime Victims Reflects Unsettling Times”
#CuomoLetThemGo Addresses Mass Incarceration in New York State
Despite its status as a progressive state, New York state is reported to have a prison population that ranks higher than other countries. While Governor Cuomo did order the release of 3,109 New Yorkers who were either incarcerated for nonviolent offenses and 90 days away from the end of their sentence or pregnant as wellContinue reading “#CuomoLetThemGo Addresses Mass Incarceration in New York State”
MHA Dutchess Executive Director Makes Statement on Rise in Child Suicidal Ideation
As a report from the Children’s Hospital Association emerged that the number of children ages 6-12 visiting children’s hospitals for suicidal ideation has doubled since 2016, Mental Health America of Dutchess County Executive Director Andrew O’Grady weighed in on this troubling phenomenon. O’Grady expressed concerns about the ramifications technology and social media have had onContinue reading “MHA Dutchess Executive Director Makes Statement on Rise in Child Suicidal Ideation”
College Student Discusses His Journey with Asperger’s
April is Autism Awareness Month. We are profiling different individuals on the autism spectrum to put a spotlight on their gifts, their struggles and their triumphs. Alex Prizgintas has never been defined by his autism diagnosis. Rather, he defines himself by his passions for music and history. The Marist College junior was diagnosed with high-functioningContinue reading “College Student Discusses His Journey with Asperger’s”
The Trauma of Racism: A New Generation of Asian Americans
This article is part of a series called “The Trauma of Racism,” where we highlight the effects racism can have on minority populations. As a student originally from Vietnam, Marist College junior Dakota Le has had nothing but positive experiences coming to the United States, which is why the onslaught of attacks against Asian AmericansContinue reading “The Trauma of Racism: A New Generation of Asian Americans”
Gun control advocate weighs in on President Biden executive orders
As President Biden announced new executive orders aimed at combatting gun violence yesterday, advocate Sarah Kozloff of New Yorkers Against Gun Violence maintained some reticence to his first gun safety actions since taking office. She explained that as president, he can only do so much to combat a large problem for the United States. “TheseContinue reading “Gun control advocate weighs in on President Biden executive orders”