Schools are the cornerstones or rural communities and are often critical in addressing the mental health needs of students and their families. The Mountain Plains MHTTC collaborated with six schools in North Dakota, Montana and Wyoming in an initiative to promote positive mental health throughout the school day. Each school developed a Community of Practice […]
Published: 05/14/2019
According to the nonprofit organization Mindful Minds, farmers are at high risk for mental health crises due largely to the unpredictable nature of the profession, while negative stigma also permeates the culture of the Midwest. To combat stigma, Mindful Minds aims to spread mental health knowledge and awareness in rural agricultural communities. In rural Lake […]
Published: 04/08/2019
2019 SCRA Award for Distinguished Contributions to Practice in Community Psychology Award Dennis Mohatt has made substantial contributions to community psychology practice. He has served in numerous community mental health leadership, advocacy, advisory, and activist roles, at the community, state, and federal levels. Mr. Mohatt’s work has had a meaningful impact on a national scope, […]
Published: 04/08/2019
New Grant Will Help Professionals at UND, Across the Western Plains Posted on the Grand Forks Herald's webpage on September 2, 2018 A new grant will help professionals at UND and throughout the western plains be better prepared to help those affected by serious mental health illness. The UND College of Nursing and Professional Disciplines […]
Published: 02/14/2019
UND, WICHE Receive Federal Award to Co-Lead New Mountain Plains Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Posted on UND's University Letter webpage on August 30, 2018 The UND College of Nursing and Professional Disciplines and the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Behavioral Health Program have been selected by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) to co–administer a […]
Published: 02/14/2019
