SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, October 18, 2021 – Clinical depression affects more than 17 million people in the United States. Among those afflicted, 1 out of 3 has what is called treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Despite medical help, they have been unable to find adequate relief from their symptoms. A new clinical trial at SIU School of Medicine is testing a treatment that could help those with recurring depression. “Depression is a common mental disorder that can become disabling if not treated,” said Jeffrey Bennett, MD, professor of psychiatry at SIU School of Medicine and the principal

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, October 18, 2021 – Clinical depression affects more than 17 million people in the United States. Among those afflicted, 1 out of 3 has what is called treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Despite medical help, they have been unable to find adequate relief from their symptoms. A new clinical trial at SIU School of Medicine is testing a treatment that could help those with recurring depression. “Depression is a common mental disorder that can become disabling if not treated,” said Jeffrey Bennett, MD, professor of psychiatry at SIU School of Medicine and the principal

An Introduction to Helping Skills In this first session, participants will explore elements of a helping/ therapeutic conversation in a 40-minute interactive webinar. Practical application specific to producers and their families will behighlighted, and the webinar will conclude with discussion, questions, and answers. Recognizing Signs of Psychological Distress In the second session, participants will learn to identify typical presentations of depression, anxiety, and suicidality, along with learning triage for suicidal ideation in this 40-minute interactive webinar. Practical application

An Introduction to Helping Skills In this first session, participants will explore elements of a helping/ therapeutic conversation in a 40-minute interactive webinar. Practical application specific to producers and their families will behighlighted, and the webinar will conclude with discussion, questions, and answers. Recognizing Signs of Psychological Distress In the second session, participants will learn to identify typical presentations of depression, anxiety, and suicidality, along with learning triage for suicidal ideation in this 40-minute interactive webinar. Practical application

An Introduction to Helping Skills In this first session, participants will explore elements of a helping/ therapeutic conversation in a 40-minute interactive webinar. Practical application specific to producers and their families will behighlighted, and the webinar will conclude with discussion, questions, and answers. Recognizing Signs of Psychological Distress In the second session, participants will learn to identify typical presentations of depression, anxiety, and suicidality, along with learning triage for suicidal ideation in this 40-minute interactive webinar. Practical application

Exercise, create, and explore using all five senses. Minds in Motion is an evidence-based program, designed for persons experiencing memory loss or dementia. The goal is to improve or maintain mental, physical and emotional well-being, using all five senses in a variety of activities. Sessions are held twice a month and each session has a different theme to help keep the program fresh. Activities include: Brain games Creative activities Art Music Socialization Chair yoga The Minds in Motion programs are between three and four hours, and allow respite for caregivers if they choose. Caregivers

SPRINGFIELD, IL – A new report dissects the impact of COVID-19 on the rural health workforce and identifies methods the state can utilize current health workers more efficiently while committing to long-term rural health workforce recruitment strategies. “Pre-pandemic, rural regions suffered from significant healthcare provider shortages, which often required rural residents to travel long distances or wait longer for appointments,” said Dr. Sameer Vohra, Chair, SIU Medicine Department of Population Science and Policy. “Despite rural health workers’ heroic efforts during the pandemic, job

On average, 1 in 8 American women will get breast cancer at some point in their lifetime. These women are our grandmothers, mothers, wives, sisters, daughters, aunts, friends, colleagues and community members. Let's show them our support! In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, our team at SIU Medicine wants to help you raise awareness and learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones. 1. Learn about breast cancer risk factors. As clinicians and researchers, we learn more every day about breast cancer risk factors. By becoming aware of your own risk factors, you can start