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In this day and age most people wouldn’t think twice about dealing with someone of a different racial or national background. But when it comes to dealing with the elderly...everything seems to change. On this week’s Health Show, our Elder Mental Health series continues with a look at ageism. We’ll also hear how mental health nurses are helping patients in rural areas of the country. Widespread internet gambling has spawned an internet self-help group. And back to school season can also mean Asthma season.
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ELDER MENTAL HEALTH 3: Coping With Ageism
The negative impact of racism and sexism on society and individuals is well known and, for the most part, no longer tolerated. But what about ageism...the cultural oppression of elder? In part three of our five-part series on elder mental health, Jacqueline Froelich takes a look at this negative, yet still widely accepted practice.
SUPPORT FOR OUR ELDER MENTAL HEALTH SERIES IS PROVIDED BY THE AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC FOUNDATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO ADVANCE PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF MENTAL ILLNESS.
Mental Health Training For Nurses In Rural Oregon
Health care providers around the country are still struggling to provide care in both urban and rural areas. The past decade has seen this gap in care grow in the state of Oregon...and nowhere is this gap more pronounced than in the field of of psychiatry. In some of Oregon's most remote areas, the mentally ill have nowhere to turn. They may isolate themselves from society, or seek help in hospitals where doctors are often too busy to give them the attention they need. Recognizing this problem, Oregon Health and Science University's School of Nursing began a new program to bring qualified mental health specialists to rural Oregon. Andrew Bartholomew reports.
Adictel.com
Internet gambling can be pretty easy...and in most places around the world perfectly legal. You don't have to pick up the dice or flip a card. With just a few clicks of the mouse, you can win – or what’s more likely – lose a lot of money. While the poker and slot machines are virtual, the money lost is quite real. Compulsive betting on the Net has caused people to lose their homes and families. In France, a new Website – adictel.com – is helping people overcome their addiction. Radio France International ’s Brent Gregston spoke with the people in charge.
Back To School Asthma
Finally, it’s time most kids are either back to school...or just about ready to start the new year. For most kids, this means feelings of excitement, anticipation...and a little dread. But for children with asthma, the new school year can be filled with extra anxiety. Here’s Andi McDonnell with more.
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