​In the Media

In our work to de-stigmatize the subjects of mental health and suicide, we have partnered with Sierra Sun News & Moonshine Ink to publish relevant articles to educate our community on suicide prevention, to discuss healthy emotional development, and many other topics. ​​

Suicide Prevention at Lake Tahoe

Articles From Local Media Outlets Linked Below:
COMBATING SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER (SAD) (1/3/17)
Lisa Stekert - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
​MAINTAINING A HEALTHIER MENTAL SPACE (2/11/16)​
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
PETS & HAPPINESS GO PAW-IN-HAND (3/22/16)​
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
TIPS TO COPE WITH HOLIDAY LONELINESS (12/14/16)​
Lisa Stekert - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
​CAN THERAPY IMPROVE YOUR LIFE? (11/16/16)
Lisa Stekert - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
KNOWING THESE SOCIAL MEDIA PROTOCOLS (10/11/16)
​Lisa Stekert - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
TURNING STRESS INTO EUSTRESS (9/6/16)
Lisa Stekert - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
DEALING WITH BACK-TO-SCHOOL ANXIETY (8/11/16)​
Lisa Stekert - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
First step is knowing the signs (1/9/15)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
Understanding emotional intelligence (6/11/15) 
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
Turn to the helpers in your time of need (5/13/15)
Dr. Amy Vail - Bonanza - Article Linked Here
The importance of listening during tough talks (12/15/15)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
Food for thought for mental wellness (11/24/15)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
It’s important to use words that promote positive mental health (9/3/15)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
Self harm is a cry for help (10/16/15)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
Like physical health, mental health matters
(8/7/15)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
​6 IDEAS FOR PARENTS TO HELP CHILDREN COPE WITH STRESS (2/12/15)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
​TIPS TO WEATHER THE HOLIDAYS (12/10/15)
Sarah McClaire and Sunee Zrno - Moonshine Ink - Article Linked Here
‘Know the Signs’ campaign aims to save lives (1/21/14)
Amy Machin Ward - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
Supporting someone who is suicidal (2/14/17)
Lisa Stekert - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
Moving forward after an attempt (6/9/16) 
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
​Life after an attempt is made (5/17/16)
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
​Mental illness is not a personal failure (4/9/15) 
Sarah McClarie - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here
​Mental health screenings, reducing stigma (4/18/16) 
Sarah McClarie - Bonanza - Article Linked Here
You Are Not Alone (4/14/20)

​Toby Guevin - Moonshine Ink - Article Linked Here

Radio PSA - Covid-19 Resources (4/13/20)
The Tahoe Truckee Suicide Prevention Coalition reminds you to care for your mental health in the face of uncertainty:
  • Focus on what is in your control, versus what is not.
  • Do what helps you feel a sense of safety.
  • Remind yourself to stay in the present.
  • Stay connected with others.
You can reach the Crisis Text Line by texting START to 741-741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at: 1-800-273-TALK.
For help with local resources, contact Sierra Community House’s 24-hour a day helpline at: 1-800-736-1060.
We are in this together, and help is always available.
COVID-19 takes toll on mental health; Suicide rate doubles (7/8/20)
Laney Griffo - Sierra Sun - Article Linked Here

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