Appalachia Meets World Episode 73 - Rural Mental Health Access with Appalachian State (PART 2)

In this episode, Neil and Will follow up (Part 2) with Dr. Lisa Curtin and the students from the Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology at Appalachian State.  While they continue the conversation on mental health issues (primarily access and stigma), they also refreshingly discuss the strengths and opportunities they see in the region.  Take a listen to this follow up discussion and hear from the guys as they remember an Appalachian legend.  Also, stick around and you might even get a chicken update from Neil...we know you've been waiting patiently for that!  In lieu of the #AppBiz of the week, check out the Mental Health resources highlighted in the episode and below in the show notes. 

Appalachian State doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology: www.clinicalpsychpsyd.appstate.edu/

2020 Doctoral Student Bio's:

www.clinicalpsychpsyd.appstate.edu/students

Interactive Fall Foliage Map: www.smokymountains.com/fall-foliage-map/

Mental Health Resources:

 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial or text 988 for 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. 

Veterans Crisis Line: Text 838-255 OR dial 988 then press 1 to get 24/7 confidential crisis support. Responders are real people, many of them veterans, who are specially trained to support veterans.  

The Trevor Project: Text “Start” to 678-678 OR call 866-488-7386 all day, any day to reach trained counselors who can support people under 25 who are in crisis, feeling suicidal or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk. The Trevor Project specializes in supporting the LGBTQ+ community.

National Sexual Assault Hotline: Call 800-656-4673 (HOPE) for confidential support services for survivors, regardless of where they are in their recovery.  

National Eating Disorders Helpline: Call or text 800-931-2237 for support, resources and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who may be experiencing an eating disorder.