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Ep. 17: Virtual care becomes everyday practice
Some primary care, mental health providers see all of their patients online

Ep. 19: Start a mindfulness routine for mental health
Therapists working in primary care clinics share how to practice calm by being present

Ep. 15: Protecting our mental health postpartum
Sanford Health social worker on postpartum depression, anxiety after baby & how to cope

Ep. 14: Seasonal affective disorder intensifies mood
Sanford Health providers shine sunlight on seasonal affective disorder & treatment

Ep. 13: The transition from postpartum to parenting
Sanford Health doctors explain how they provide whole-person support for parents and newborns

Ep. 6: How to find a mental health provider
Depending on what you're looking for, there will be a provider who fits your needs

Ep. 5: How to talk about suicide with friends, loved ones
We can all do our part to prevent suicide, communicate first

Ep. 4: Introducing the Behavioral Health Bridge
Partnership with University of North Dakota promotes behavioral health treatment and addresses current needs

Ep. 2: Behavioral health support in primary care clinics
Providing patients with quick access to behavioral health support

Ep. 1: Importance of an integrated health therapist
Program supports mental health with integrated therapists in primary care clinics
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Autism and ADHD: How to know if your child should be tested
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Treating depression, anxiety or ADHD can feel like a guessing game. Genetic tests may help.

Opioid crisis: Sanford Bemidji clinic steps up fight
"We want to break the cycle of substance use in families and replace it with a healthier, sustainable cycle.”

Childhood suicide: Bullying, ADHD and relationships
“There’s a lot of pressure on kids that’s not good for their emotional development.”