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Self care works for mental health

VIDEO: Self care works for mental health

On this episode of CAHS’ podcast “The Area,” Social Media Director Samia Taylor and Certified Peer Support Specialist Ivan Toldson talk about the importance of self care

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Problem gambling steals lives (and much more)

Problem gambling isn’t an “individual sport.” It affects entire families with the losses of money, vehicles, homes, relationships, and even lives through suicide. But CAHS

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“Work the plan” to prevent overdoses

At a Feb. 17 news conference, hosted by Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul, CAHS Executive Director Jan Laughinghouse, PhD, LCSW-BACS, LAC, called for a

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Nina Julien addresses suicide prevention

CAHS School Based Therapist Nina Julien, LMSW, attended the Feb. 16 My Ascension documentary screening in Donaldsonville and addressed attendees about the warning signs of teen suicide. Teen

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Mardi Gras: We can help after the party

Mardi Gras is filled with joy and fun, but when the party’s over, Lent brings a time of sober reflection and opportunity for change. During

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AUDIO: Pastor Williams promotes CAHS toolkit

We appreciate Senior Pastor Eric A. Williams of Beacon Light of Baton Rouge church for recording a radio commercial to promote the availability of CAHS’ Opioid

Broken heart? We can help you.

We wish you a happy Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, but we know that many people are very sad that day. Flowers and candy are nice,

black history month event at lsu

Black History Month event at LSU

Capital Area Human Services Executive Director Jan Laughinghouse, PhD, LCSW-BACS, LAC, (pictured center) was a featured panelist at a mental health wellness event, held Feb.