The Coming Mental Health Crisis

May 9, 2020 / Michael Wm. Marks Ph.D., ABPP

Recent deaths of healthcare workers by suicide are only the tip of the iceberg. Recent research indicates a significant rise in distress among all of us.

Michael Wm. Marks Ph.D., ABPP

Dr. Marks is currently a Professor of Practice in Psychology and Program Director of the Supportive Education for Returning Veterans at the University of Arizona. Dr. Marks was co-founder of Vietnam Veterans of Montana and has received the Disabled Americans Veterans Humanitarian Award. Dr. Marks has dedicated his career to working with trauma survivors, both military and civilian, adults and children, for the last 44 years.

Change and Transition

By Michael Wm. Marks Ph.D., ABPP | July 30, 2021

There are a number of wonderful changes and transitions in my life, but even good things can sometime be stressful. Getting a promotion is a good example. I am going to step away from the blog for a bit to focus on some upcoming resilience trainings and developing a teletherapy practice. I’ll be back in…

Bad News-Good News

By Michael Wm. Marks Ph.D., ABPP | July 23, 2021

NIOSH (https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2021/04/06/suicides-first-responders/)recently blogged about the high suicide rate among first responders and what could be done about it. While some suggestions for addressing the problem were presented, many are already in place (e.g., peer support). More needs to be done on the front end of responders and healthcare providers careers, along with support along the…

The High Cost of NOT Addressing Mental Health

By Michael Wm. Marks Ph.D., ABPP | July 16, 2021

The cost to our economy for NOT addressing the mental wellbeing of all of us, let alone responders and healthcare providers, is astronomical. IF organizations can take the long view and recognize prevention and support pay positive dividends, they will actually not just save lives but money.