A 2016 study by Kaimal et al, titled “Reduction of Cortisol Levels and Participants’ Responses Following Art Making,” showed that making art can lower cortisol levels, thus reducing stress, even if you have little to no artistic talent or experience.

KATU News reached out to MHAAO Executive Director, Janie Gullickson, regarding the sudden closure of the Lagunitas Community Taproom, and the subsequent postponement of The Mad Hatter Tea Party.

Janie Gullickson, Executive Director of MHAAO, spoke to Oregon Live about the sudden and unexpected closure of the Lagunitas Community Room just 6 days before MHAAO’s first fundraiser, The Mad Hatter Tea Party. The fundraiser has been postponed until the first two weeks of January to allow MHAAO enough time to secure a venue for the event.

Transcript of Eric Martin’s interview with MHAAO Executive Director, Janie Gullickson & Bridges to Change Executive Director, Monta Knutson about their two organizations exploring a merger to promote greater change in the peer movement!

MHAAO Staff Share Their Self-care Rituals!

MHAAO staff speak out about what it is like to be a peer worker, what it means to be in recovery, and what they do to maintain their wellness.

The Portland Police Bureau directs member action through the establishment of policy, procedure, and rule, as found within Directives. The Bureau is in the process of reviewing all of its Directives and seeks public comments.

Read the transcript of Cee Carver’s interview with Kris Wood on the “Self Care is Sexy” Podcast!

Read Tony Vezina of 4D Recovery’s keynote speech at Peerpocalypse 2019 on the importance of peer-led systemic change in the behavioral healthcare system, such that recovery is the expected outcome.

Multnomah County’s Behavioral Health Resource Center is coming together to provide mental health and addiction support for houseless individuals.

This article examines the inherent correlations and contradictions between “recovery” and “mad pride,” and urges that the way forward is through re-framing the way we as a society view and treat mental health.

Learn how our peer support specialists are making a difference for incarcerated individuals!

It is very possible that you too will encounter someone in need of Naloxone. Are you prepared to save a life? Read this article to learn more about what you can do to equip yourself!

MHAAO’s very own Kasey Edwards, Specialized Doula and Recovery Mentor, discusses her work for Providence Project Nurture. This program engages women in prenatal care and drug treatment during and after their pregnancy.

Are you looking for ways to improve your mental health naturally? Read more to find out how movement can help you in your mental health recovery!

Sometimes it can feel overwhelming to choose a type of therapy from what seems like an exhaustive list of options. We have listed the most common types of therapy so that you can be better informed in finding a therapist to suit your individual circumstances.

In several countries, it has been used for centuries for medicinal and recreational purposes. Some people use kratom to assist the withdrawal symptoms and cravings caused by opioids.