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Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida
Support Groups:
Here for Life
1st Tuesday every Month
7:00 PM
Veterans
Wednesday
7:00 - 8:30PM
Depression
Thursday
10:30AM - Noon
April 2013
56 Years of 56 Years of
providing Services providing Services
throughout throughout
SWFL SWFL
Educating Southwest Florida on Mental Wellness since 1957
Coming Events:
April 10, 2013
Collier County Conference on Aging
Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club
April 25, 2013
Spring cleaning for the mind
Presented by Kimberly Rodgers, LCSW
May 9, 2013
Mood, Stress, Anxiety and Sleep by Dr.
Deutschman
June 1, 2013
Swing For the Kids Golf Tournament ,
TwinEagles Golf Club
As the HEAT’s former community affairs liaison,
Jones has made it his life’s ambition to motivate
South Florida’s youth to action, both in and out
of the classroom.
He is the founder and director of the National
Shoot for the Stars program, providing
complimentary "Books and Basketball" clinics
for underprivileged youth. Jones has conducted
international clinics in Puerto Rico, Trinidad, Bahamas, Antigua, Jamaica, Bermuda
and other islands throughout the Caribbean. Jones’ dedication to youth and
education is unmatched. He also serves as the Director of Educational
Research and Study for the Tournament of Champions in Florida and is also the
Co-Director of he Best of the Rest Stars, Education Through Sports Camp.
Wali Jones has been holding the Mental Health Associations “Shooting for the Stars”
Educational Basketball clinics for 5 years and will be returning in August to hold our
summer clinic. All clinics are free and open to children ages 8-17. We have
expanded our schedule to 2 a year to fill a need during “Spring Break” and
“End of Summer”. The clinic is not only educating our youth, but pulling together our
community partnering with community organizations and parents to educate our
youth.
Mr. Jones’ experiences include playing for the Villanova Wildcats and over 13 years
in the NBA for the World Champion Philadelphia 76er’s, theMilwaukee Bucks and
the Detroit Pistons. He has designed these clinics to motivate and help young players
attain fundamental skills required in today’s high-competitive
climate.
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Basketball Clinic 2013
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Basketball Clinic 2013
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You Can Live Your Life Well
Why Mental Health Matters
Some people think that only people with mental illnesses have to pay attention to their mental health. But the truth is that your emotions, thoughts and attitudes affect your energy, productivity and overall health. Good mental health strengthens your ability to cope with everyday hassles and more serious crises and chal-lenges. Good mental health is essential to creating the life you want.
Just as you brush your teeth or get a flu shot, you can take steps to promote your mental health. A great way to start is by learning to deal with stress.
How Stress Hurts Stress can eat away at your well-being like acid eating away at your stomach. Actually, stress can contribute to stomach pains and lots of other problems, like:
headaches insomnia overeating back pain high blood pressure irritability vulnerability to infection
Stress also can lead to serious mental health problems, like depression and anxiety disorders. If you think you have such a problem, you can get help. Of course you can't magically zap all sources of stress. But you can learn to deal with them in a way that pro-motes the well-being you want--and deserve.
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Free Presentation:
“Mood, Stress, Anxiety and Sleep”
By
Daniel Deutschman MD, DLF APA
Where: MHA Offices
2335 Tamiami Trail N. -Suite 404
Naples FL, 34113
When : May 9th from 6pm to 7pm
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Anxiety Disorders: What You Need to Know
Most people experience feelings of anxiety before an important event such as a big exam, business presenta-
tion or first date. Anxiety disorders, however, are illnesses that cause people to feel frightened, distressed and
uneasy for no apparent reason. Left untreated, these disorders can dramatically reduce productivity and signifi-
cantly diminish an individual's quality of life.
How Common Are Anxiety Disorders?
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental illnesses in America; more than 40 million are affected
by these debilitating illnesses each year.
What Are the Different Kinds of Anxiety Disorders?
Panic Disorder- Characterized by panic attacks, sudden feelings of terror that strike repeatedly and without
warning. Physical symptoms include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, abdominal
discomfort, feelings of unreality, and fear of dying.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder- Repeated, intrusive and unwanted thoughts or rituals that seem impossible to
control.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder- Persistent symptoms that occur after experiencing a traumatic event such as
war, rape, child abuse, natural disasters, or being taken hostage. Nightmares, flashbacks, numbing of emotions,
depression, and feeling angry, irritable, distracted and being easily startled are common.
Phobia- Extreme, disabling and irrational fear of something that really poses little or no actual danger; the fear
leads to avoidance of objects or situations and can cause people to limit their lives.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder- Chronic, exaggerated worry about everyday routine life events and activities,
lasting at least six months; almost always anticipating the worst even though there is little reason to expect it.
Accompanied by physical symptoms, such as fatigue, trembling, muscle tension, headache, or nausea.
The content of this fact sheet was adapted from material published by the National Institute of Mental Health
and the Mayo Clinic.
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Gollee Gator at Mustang Cruise in at Pelican Larry’s
Mother Perry Youth
Empowerment Project
April 2013 Page 12 Mental Health Matters
To Advocate for Mental Wellness through Education,
Prevention, and Support
The Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida identifies unmet needs and
develops culturally sensitive services and programs to improve the lives of those
facing the many challenges of today’s world in our community. We pride ourselves on
being the “link” for mental health and mental wellness.
If you are interested in becoming a Supporter, e-mail us at [email protected] Or Simply fill out the application and mail a check
payable to MHASWFL or donate online using a credit card. Your contribution is tax-deductible and crucial to helping us continue
our work. If you have any questions please contact our office by phone at (239) 261-5405
or mail The Mental Association of Southwest Florida 2335 Tamaimi Trail N, Ste 404, Naples FL 34103.