NMHIC Blog

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Oct 1, 2018

As we prepared to take virtual reality tools to the maximum-security Spring Creek Correctional Center in Seward, Alaska, we had been somewhat unsure of what to expect and some on our team were a bit apprehensive. But, the Alaska Department of Corrections had invited us, asked us to bring therapeutic virtual reality for a test, to get feedback from inmates and officials, as a first step toward evaluating VR’s potential to enhance prison safety and reduce recidivism after convicts had served their time.

Jun 22, 2018

One thing our team at NMHIC will recall is the technology that is wrapping these games. Tech has always been a part of the Olympics, from uniforms and equipment design to timekeeping and more. But this year, tech is seemingly putting on a show of its own.

Sep 18, 2017

Loss of productivity, absenteeism, employee turnover, workplace accidents and disability: these are just a few of the costly results from mental illness in the workplace. The impact of mental illness to the U.S. economy is an estimated $300 billion a year, with business absorbing half of that, as one in five adults struggles with mental illness in any given year.

Sep 12, 2017

Stress. Depression. Anxiety. Even suicide. All are part of the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, where mental health resiliency can be overlooked as a vital part of success.

Aug 3, 2017

After one final virtual reality demo lab, we are packing up and heading home to the National Behavioral Health Innovation office on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus. Check out our live blog posting for details of our day.

Jun 11, 2017

Mental health technology is on a tear. It seems every time we look around there is a new app or program aimed at mental health needs. It’s exciting to see technology added to traditional mental health care treatments and professional training, as tech can bring greater access, mobility and potentially, better outcomes.

May 22, 2017

As mental health advocates all over the world continue to empower non-traditional caregivers in order to extend mental health support, the Veteran’s Administration is in the process of pioneering the faith-based VA Mental Health and Chaplaincy program.

May 1, 2017

It’s not every day that the University Chancellor takes a virtual reality spin around a major league baseball stadium and meditates for the first time. Not at the same time, of course. But both happened this morning as we peeked around the corner to see the future of mental health.

Apr 17, 2017

“13 Reasons Why” is a new Netflix original series depicting the events surrounding the suicide of fictional high schooler Hannah Baker.While the show does draw attention to youth suicide, it unfortunately does so in an irresponsible, and potentially fatal, way.

Mar 28, 2017

Some of my colleagues and I had the opportunity recently to spend an hour on the phone with Vikram Patel, who is best known for his work on mental health in low-resource areas. Our conversation shook my world view in a wonderful and helpful way. I was particularly taken with our discussion on task shifting.

Mar 1, 2017