September 20, 2011 – Lenora Kimball, Peer Support Services
One of the most respected names in peer support services in the US is Lenora Kimball; she will be joining Not Alone to talk about peer services, peer mentors, and intentional peer support. Lenora Kimball is a strong advocate for peer support programs. Peers help people unlearn the learned helplessness that is often part of mental illness.

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July 5, 2011 – Doris Moore with the Center for Holistic Development and Urban Leadership Institute Conference
Doris Moore, Director of the Center for Holistic Development (CHD) joins Not Alone as the Center celebrates its 10th anniversary of service to Omaha. The CHD provides an alternative to traditional behavioral health care by bringing balance to the ‘whole person’. We especially celebrate its work with young children and their parents. CHD believes in the potential of each individual, and as part of its 10th anniversary celebration, friends from the Urban Leadership Institute, David Miller, and LaMarr Darnell Shields, will be joining Doris Moore on our broadcast.

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June 14, 2011 – Peer Support
Friends from the Lincoln community will join Not Alone to talk about programs available that offer peer support for people with mental illness, including support groups and learning groups for consumers and family members. They will share how peer support has impacted their own lives. Again, resiliency and wellness are words with impact!

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February 22, 2011 – Paolo del Vecchio
The Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) in Washington, D.C. leads Federal efforts to treat mental illnesses by promoting mental health and by preventing the development or worsening of mental illness when possible. Congress created CMHS to bring new hope to adults who have serious mental illnesses and to children with serious emotional disorders. CMHS Consumer Affairs Director, Paolo del Vecchio joins Not Alone to discuss how CMHS helps consumers in need.

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February 8, 2011 – Nebraska Families Collaborative
Dave Newell and Treva Haugaard with Nebraska Families Collaborative, a collaboration between Child Saving Institute, Boys Town, Heartland Family Service, Nebraska Family Support Network, and OMNI Behavioral Health, along with Misty, a parent, will share how the Nebraska Families Collaborative works to preserve and strengthen families by providing high quality services, enabling permanency and self direction for families.

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February 1, 2011 – Bryan LGH Behavioral Health Services
Not Alone will be providing an overview of some of the behavioral health services Bryan LGH in Lincoln, Neb. is able to provide for those in need of mental health care as well as highlight collaborations the hospital participates in the Region 5 community.

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January 25, 2011 – Peer Support through LFS in Lincoln
Julie Fisher-Erickson joins Not Alone to share how the help of Peer Support Recovery Specialists have helped to make recovery programs more successful at five Lincoln organizations. Peer Support Recovery Specialists use their individual experiences overcoming crisis, depression, and addiction to help others on the road to recovery.

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January 18, 2011 – Author Leslie Byers
Author Leslie Byers chronicles years of frustration experienced as she and her husband struggled to find answers to their daughter’s manic-induced rages and suicidal depressions brought on by bipolar disorder in her book “Heather’s Rage: A Mother’s Faith Reflected in Her Daughter’s Mental Illness”. The book illustrates the family’s challenges working with the educational system, dealing with the juvenile court system, and coping with being forced to give up custody of Heather because they could not afford the proper treatment. Byers, who wrote about her family’s story to help erase the stigma of mental illness and to raise awareness for early detection and intervention for children joins Not Alone to share her amazing story.

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January 11, 2011 – Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Outreach
Guests to Not Alone will be counselors from the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling program and the Omaha Public Schools. The vision of The Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program is to provide essential preventive care to reduce rising behavioral health problems and hospitalization of youth. The program is collaboration between Methodist Hospital Foundation, Omaha Public Schools, and neighborhood churches and puts professional counseling services in the community where people live.

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December 21, 2010 – Peer Support in Omaha
Not Alone's guests will be peer support workers with Community Alliance, The Salvation Army, Douglas County Mental Health Center, and Region 6. To be trained as a Peer Specialist, a person must have achieved success in managing their own mental illness. Peers have a unique insight into mental illness and what makes recovery possible, and are proven leaders in encouraging, supporting, comforting, and inspiring others to achieve those same victories. Join us to listen to hear more about a peer specialists’ incredible journey. 

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December 14, 2010 – Mrs. Nebraska International
As the reigning 2011 Mrs. Nebraska International, Briana Simonsen-Rubenstein is using her celebrity to bring awareness to mental health issues and speaking out about anxiety and depression in young adults.

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November 30, 2010 – Keya House
Keya House in Lincoln, Nebraska is a peer-run, supportive environment that promotes empowerment, recovery, and healing. Since it’s opening in early 2010, Keya House has already greatly impacted the Lincoln mental health care community. Representatives from Keya House and Mental Health America - Nebraska join Not Alone to share how Keya House is making a difference in Lincoln.

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October 12, 2010 – Daniel Carlat, M.D.
Daniel J. Carlat, M.D., is Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine, and is the Editor-in-Chief of The Carlat Psychiatry Report, a monthly newsletter on psychopharmacology widely read by psychiatrists and nurses in the United States. He joins Not Alone to discuss his most recent book, Unhinged: The Trouble with Psychiatry - A Doctor's Revelations about a Profession in Crisis. A “stirring and beautifully written wake-up call”, Unhinged exposes disturbing problems plaguing psychiatry.

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September 7, 2010 – Nebraska Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Members of the Nebraska Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), Joyce Hicks and Kendra McCallie, will share how the AFSP works locally to educate and prevent suicide through research, education, and awareness.

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July 20, 2010 – 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Several disability advocacy groups in Nebraska have joined forces and resources to organize a celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Brad Murrens with the Nebraska Advocacy Services will share celebration details which include a presentation and reception at the State Capitol on Monday, July 26.

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May 26, 2009 – Voices for Children in Nebraska Legislative Update
Kathy Bigsby-Moore, Executive Director of Voices for Children in Nebraska provides listeners with information about issues arising in the 2009 Legislative Session related to children’s mental health.

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May 12, 2009 – National Mental Health Association’s 100th Anniversary
Alan Green, Executive Director of MHA Nebraska will discuss the upcoming Centennial Conference, what the next 100 years holds for the NMHA, and an exciting new consumer-driven service in Nebraska.

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July 1, 2008 – Advocacy
Kate Speck, Senior Research Manager with the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center, discusses advocacy surrounding mental health issues in Nebraska.

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April 22, 2008 – History of Behavioral Health Reform in Nebraska; National Legislation Update
Former Nebraska Governor Mike Johanns and former Senator Jim Jensen address the history of behavioral health reform in Nebraska as well as current legislation addressing mental and behavioral health issues at the national level.

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April 8, 2008 – Voices for Children
Kathy Bigsby-Moore, Executive Director of Voices for Children in Nebraska, and Sarah Ann Lewis, Policy Coordinator with Voices for Children in Nebraska, provide listeners with information about Voices for Children’s efforts to advocate on behalf of children in need of behavioral health services and how interested citizens can become more involved.

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January 22, 2008 – Advocacy
Alan Green, Executive Director of the Mental Health Association of Nebraska, Linda Jensen, Board President of NAMI-Nebraska, Aileen Brady, Board Member of NAMI-Omaha, and Tim Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of Nebraska Advocacy Services, discuss advocacy opportunities available in Nebraska and provide listeners with information on effective techniques when advocating for yourself or on behalf of an individual with mental illness.

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May 24, 2011 – Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Veterans
Fr. Rick Curry, SJ, was a recent guest at Creighton University's Cardoner at Creighton series. Fr. Curry spent many years working with the National Theatre Workshop of the Handicapped, and has recently begun working with returning wounded veterans from Afghanistan and Iraq to begin a writers program so they could tell their own stories. He helps coach the veterans as they write their monologues, while assessing their psychological needs resulting from military service. Fr. Curry also works with PTSD in the military, particularly addressing the needs of the military chaplains in addressing spiritual needs.

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January 4, 2011 – Delaney Ruston, M.D.
Delaney Ruston, M.D. is the creator of “Unlisted”, a documentary that depicts the struggle of a daughter of a man with paranoid schizophrenia and is her personal story of attempted reconciliation with her father. “Unlisted” was first shown at the Alternatives Conference this past October, and now has been viewed by many on Public Television Stations across the U.S. Dr. Ruston’s story is incredible and Not Alone listeners will be touched by what they learn.

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December 14, 2010 – Mrs. Nebraska International
As the reigning 2011 Mrs. Nebraska International, Briana Simonsen-Rubenstein is using her celebrity to bring awareness to mental health issues and speaking out about anxiety and depression in young adults.

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November 23, 2010 – Childhood Anxieties
Anxiety is a subjective sense of worry, apprehension, fear, and distress and although common, anxiety disorders in children often are overlooked or misjudged, despite them being treatable conditions with good, persistent medical care. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Kendra McCallie visits Not Alone to discuss various aspects of childhood anxiety and address normal levels of anxiety compared to unhealthy or pathologic levels.

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April 29, 2008 – Adult Anxiety Disorders
Denny Crain, Clinical Director with Lutheran Family Services, and Pam, an individual who has been personally affected by anxiety disorders and phobias, discuss anxiety disorders affecting adults and courses of treatment available.

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March 25, 2008 – Children’s Hospital Anxiety Clinic
Dr. Lynda Madison, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Creighton University Medical School,, Dr. Loren Conoway, Coordinator of Children's Hospital Anxiety Disorders Clinic, and Dr. Ashley Smith, a specialist in anxiety and compulsive behaviors in children and youth at Children's Hospital, address issues of anxiety in children.

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October 18, 2011 – Grief in Children and Youth
Special guest Donna Schuurman, Executive Director of The Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families in Portland, Oregon will join Not Alone to talk about ways of addressing grief in children and youth. Dr. Donna Schuurman has written and trained internationally on children’s bereavement issues, and is the author of Never the Same: Coming to Terms with the Death of a Parent.

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September 13, 2011 – Negative Behaviors in Children
Dr. Greg Snyder, a psychologist with Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health and Dr. Donna Stewart, Director of the Assessment Center for Boys Town will offer encouragement for families dealing with reports of negative behavioral and emotional attitudes and actions in children. They will share how to help children experiencing school difficulties and explain why some children always appear inattentive. They will also help parents recognize when worry consumes the learning opportunities and offer suggestions for sound, short-term solutions for these actions and behaviors in children.

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July 26, 2011 – Lutheran Family Services’ RSAFE program
RSAFE is a program through Lutheran Family Services that breaks the cycle of sexual abuse by providing a unique continuum of care to families. The entire family is involved in treatment and recovery. RSAFE doesn't just serve the victims and their families, but also serves children who are sexually acting out behaviors and even treats their perpetrators. Vickie Peyton, Director of the RSAFE Program, joins Not Alone to tell us how people can recover and how families can thrive again.

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June 28, 2011 – Juvenile Justice Reform
In what is called 'the most significant juvenile justice reform effort in decades’ and a model juvenile justice system that holds the delinquent youth accountable, while also helping them redirect their lives, has been initiated in Omaha. The Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) director, Kim Thomas, will explain this new program for Not Alone listeners.

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May 10, 2011 – Foster Care
Cassy Blakely with the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation will join Not Alone along with three members of the Nebraska Foster Youth Council. Do you have questions about what it is like to be a foster youth and what happens to a foster youth when they turn 19 and no longer are part of the system? How do foster youth learn job skills, learn healthy family relationship, and learn to be positive and motivated adults? If you have been in numerous foster homes, and are now 'emancipated' from the system, where do you see yourself being in 10 years? The foster youth who are leaders in the Nebraska Council will be answering some of these questions and more for us.

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April 19, 2011 – Foster Care “Graduates”
On any given day in Nebraska, more than 800 children in the foster care system are waiting for adoptive families. Foster care is a safety service for children when they are unable to remain safely at home. When it is not possible to get the family back together, the goal becomes finding a permanent family that will become the child’s parents. Not Alone guests will discuss their experiences with the foster care system and what happens when youth “graduate” from foster care at age 19.

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April 12, 2011 – Early Childhood Mental Health Care
In 2009, SAMHSA estimated there were 2 million youth (8.1 percent of the population age 12 to 17) who experienced major depressive episodes for that year; children far younger than this can be exposed to mental health issues. Not Alone guests will discuss early childhood mental health care and how responsive relationships with consistent primary caregivers help build positive attachments that support healthy social-emotional development.

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March 22, 2011 – Jeff Wolfsberg, drug addiction specialist
Jeff Wolfsberg, one of the most influential drug educators and speakers regarding teens and substance abuse in the world today will talk about “addiction-proofing” our youth. His message to youth includes establishing a clear vision of family health and wellness, as well as encouraging teens to find their value and worth in ways other than self-harming.

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February 8, 2011 – Nebraska Families Collaborative
Dave Newell and Treva Haugaard with Nebraska Families Collaborative, a collaboration between Child Saving Institute, Boys Town, Heartland Family Service, Nebraska Family Support Network, and OMNI Behavioral Health, along with Misty, a parent, will share how the Nebraska Families Collaborative works to preserve and strengthen families by providing high quality services, enabling permanency and self direction for families.

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January 11, 2011 – Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Outreach
Guests to Not Alone will be counselors from the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling program and the Omaha Public Schools. The vision of The Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program is to provide essential preventive care to reduce rising behavioral health problems and hospitalization of youth. The program is collaboration between Methodist Hospital Foundation, Omaha Public Schools, and neighborhood churches and puts professional counseling services in the community where people live.

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November 23, 2010 – Childhood Anxieties
Anxiety is a subjective sense of worry, apprehension, fear, and distress and although common, anxiety disorders in children often are overlooked or misjudged, despite them being treatable conditions with good, persistent medical care. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Kendra McCallie visits Not Alone to discuss various aspects of childhood anxiety and address normal levels of anxiety compared to unhealthy or pathologic levels.

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August 31, 2010 – R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
Dr. Patricia Newman, CEO of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators and Community Through Theater), a group dedicated to presenting plays at schools and conferences to help youth understand and adjust to the social issues students face in schools such as bullying, dating violence, and anxiety, will discuss the mission of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. and also discuss the research and preparation involved in developing and evaluating the performances.

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July 27, 2010 – R.E.S.P.E.C.T.2
Actors with R.E.S.P.E.C.T (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators and Community Through Theater), a group whose mission is to bring together a community collaboration to build healthy relationships among children and youth through theatre, will perform select scenes from their Choices production.

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July 13, 2010 – Take Flight Farms
Gale Faltin, Executive Director at Take Flight Farms, a non-profit organization that incorporates horses into unique learning and therapeutic experiences, will share information about the programs offered at Take Flight Farms for teens with emotional and behavioral issues. The participants, in addition to benefiting from their interaction with the horses, gain self-esteem by completing a service project for the horses or the hosting facility sometime during the program.

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June 29, 2010 – R.E.S.P.E.C.T.²
Actors with R.E.S.P.E.C.T (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators and Community Through Theater), a group whose mission is to bring together a community collaboration to build healthy relationships among children and youth through theatre, will perform select scenes from their Choices productions.

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June 22, 2010 – Trauma Informed Care
Dr. Sandra Bloom, founder of the Sanctuary Model, and author of Creating Sanctuary will discuss trauma informed care and trauma informed methods for creating or changing organizational culture in order to provide more cohesive healing from psychological and social trauma. Trauma informed care recognizes that by working with youth on how to identify triggers that lead to negative behaviors, and teaching them coping skills to reduce or eliminate those negative behaviors allows for a more idyllic healing process.

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June 8, 2010 – Bullying, Cyberbullying, Relational Aggression & Dating Violence
Sue Swearer, PhD, Associate Professor of the School of Psychology at the University of Nebraska Lincoln will address the increasing concerns of families and schools in Nebraska regarding bullying, cyberbullying, relational aggression, and dating violence, and provide information about how schools and parents can work together to stop these behaviors.

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May 4, 2010 – Nebraska Help Line and Family Navigator Program
Shellie Gomes and Nick Juliano with Boys Town discuss Nebraska’s new help line for families seeking treatment services for their children as well as the Family Navigator Program, a service now available to Nebraska families due to the passage of state legislation.

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April 20, 2010 – Cutting and Self Harm
Reo Newring, PhD with Children’s Hospital and Medical Center and Coleen Cusick-Brown, LIMHP share information with listeners about the prevalence of cutting and self harm in today’s society and discuss treatment options that are available.

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March 16, 2010 – Depression in Infants and Toddlers
When mothers experience depression, their unborn child, newborn child, and even toddlers can experience similar symptoms. This program will address depression in infants through 3 years of age.

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February 2, 2010 – Dating Violence
Members of RESPECT (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators & Community Through Theatre) will discuss dating violence and share a made-for-radio theatrical production titled “Cracked but Not Broken” aimed at addressing this important issue.

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December 29, 2009 – Pediatric Psychiatry
Guests specializing in the field of pediatric psychiatry share their knowledge and expertise as they discuss the latest happenings related to pediatric psychiatry in Nebraska.

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November 17, 2009 – Support for Grieving Children
Individuals and staff from Ted E. Bear Hollow share information on their center and assistance they provide in helping family members understand and cope with the needs of grieving children.

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October 13, 2009 – Eating Disorders
Dr. Donyce Brenneman, PhD with Great Oaks Counseling Services in Omaha, Nebraska addresses the topic of eating disorders. Dr. Brenneman shares information and resources for children, teens, and adults affected by eating disorders.

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September 22, 2009 – Sharon Bracken, Author of Eli, the Bipolar Bear
Sharon Bracken, author of Eli, the Bipolar Bear shares her children’s book addressing bipolar disorder with listeners and discusses her inspiration for writing the book.

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September 15, 2009 – Nebraska State Suicide Prevention Coalition and RESPECT
Members of the Nebraska State Suicide Prevention Coalition discuss current suicide prevention efforts underway in Nebraska. The theatre group RESPECT (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators & Community through Theatre) address bullying and the effects on a child’s mental and emotional wellbeing.

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June 23, 2009 – Magis Clinic and Youth Emergency Services
Students from Creighton University discuss the Magis Clinic, a free psychiatric clinic established to serve residents of homeless shelters and treatment programs in the Omaha community, and their new partnership with Youth Emergency Services.

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May 26, 2009 – Voices for Children in Nebraska Legislative Update
Kathy Bigsby-Moore, Executive Director of Voices for Children in Nebraska provides listeners with information about issues arising in the 2009 Legislative Session related to children’s mental health.

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April 7, 2009 – Healing from Autism
Jenny McCarthy discusses her family's personal experience with raising an autistic child, as well as autism research, treatment, recovery and advocacy.

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March 24, 2009 – Protecting Children from a Sexualized Childhood
Jean Kilbourne, author of So Sexy So Soon discussed the new sexualized childhood and what parents can do to protect their children.

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March 10, 2009 – Traumatic Brain Injury in Children
Professionals from Nebraska's Brain Injury Resource Network share information related to children affected by traumatic brain injuries.

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February 10, 2009 – Saving Beauty From the Beast - Teen Dating Violence
Vicki Crompton, author of Saving Beauty From the Beast, shares her personal story of losing her daughter in a teen dating violence incident and provides information on how to protect teenagers from unhealthy relationships.

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February 3, 2009 – Teen Dating Violence
Members from RESPECT (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators & Community Through Theatre) perform their made-for-radio theatrical drama "Cracked but not Broken" addressing teen dating violence and the rising number of teenagers affected by this very issue.

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January 27, 2009 – Juvenile Justice and Mental Health
Kim Culp, Director of Omaha’s Juvenile Assessment Center shares information regarding the juvenile justice and mental health related issues in Nebraska.

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January 20, 2009 – Children's Respite Care Center
Teri Fitzgerald, President and CEO of the Children’s Respite Care Center and Linda Shadoin, Operations Director discuss treatment options available through CRCC for children who are emotionally fragile and experience behavior disorders.

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January 13, 2009 – Journeys
Teri Speck, Program Director, Diane Domeier, Clinical Manager, and Andrew and Todd, participants of the Journey’s program discuss co-occurring disorders in today’s youth and the connection between mental illness and substance abuse treatment.

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December 16, 2008 – Children’s Issues
Maya Chilese, Children’s Behavioral Health Manager with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Division of Behavioral Health, and Kate Speck, Senior Research Manager with the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center, discuss issues surrounding children’s mental health and state initiatives currently underway.

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October 28, 2008 – GASP: Games Adolescents Shouldn’t Play
Scott Metheny, a law enforcement officer and trainer with GASP, Games Adolescents Shouldn’t Play, shares information with listeners on the deadly effects of the Choking Game. Scott travels the country educating communities about the dangers of the Choking Game.

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September 9, 2008 – Integrating Mental Health in Schools
Terri Khan, Program Director of Alegent’s Integrated Mental Health Services in the Schools Project, shares insight into how Alegent Health collaborates with public and private schools in the Omaha area to provide mental health counselors and services to students and their families.

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August 26, 2008 – RESPECT (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators, and Community through Theatre)
Members of the theatre group RESPECT discuss bullying and the effects on a child’s mental and emotional wellbeing.

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August 5, 2008 – Parents of Suicidal Teens (POST)
Guests include three mothers who have lost a child to suicide. Lorraine, Susan, and Ann share their personal stories with listeners and discuss a parental support group, POST, Parents of Suicidal Teens.

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July 29, 2008 – Jacobs Place
Darrel Summers, Program Manager of Jacob's Place, Samantha Munoz, Case Manager at Jacob's Place, and Richard Williams, Teacher/Trainer with Jacob's Place discuss their program and services offered for transitional age youth.

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July 8, 2008 – Parent Training and Information (PTI) Nebraska
Nina Baker, Health Information Coordinator with PTI-Nebraska, and Les Kimmons, Training and Information Specialist with PTI-Nebraska, provide listeners information on the services available through PTI-Nebraska and how to access such services.

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June 10, 2008 – Bullying
Pam Kruse, Founder/Project Coordinator of Parents United Against Bullying, Nick Zadina, Artistic Director and Brandon Rohe, Program Director of RESPECT (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators & Community Through Theatre), and Joe Keifer, a person affected by bullying, discuss the topic of bullying and share information with listeners on how to address bullying behavior.

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May 6, 2008 – Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week
A panel of parents who have children with severe emotional disturbances share their stories and discuss the importance of increasing awareness through Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week activities.

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March 25, 2008 – Children’s Hospital Anxiety Clinic
Dr. Lynda Madison, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Creighton University Medical School, Dr. Loren Conoway, Coordinator of Children's Hospital Anxiety Disorders Clinic, and Dr. Ashley Smith, a specialist in anxiety and compulsive behaviors in children and youth at Children's Hospital, address issues of anxiety in children.

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February 12, 2008 – Dating Violence
Patricia Newman, Chairman/President of RESPECT (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators & Community Through Theatre), Nick Zadina, Artistic Director of RESPECT, and Brandon Rohe, RESPECT’s Program Director, discuss dating violence and share a made-for-radio theatrical production addressing this important issue.

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January 15, 2008 – Autism Spectrum Disorders
Dr. Wayne Fisher, Director of the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, Mark Hirschfeld, Executive Director of the GWR Sunshine Foundation, and Bridget Cannon-Hale, Director of Programming at the GWR Sunshine Foundation, discuss autism spectrum disorders and services available for individuals and families touched by such disorders.

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December 6, 2011 – Mental Health Consumers/Peer Advocates
Not Alone was created to promote advocacy and education in the mental health field. Joining us December 6 will be people who have experienced these illnesses in their own life, and have become trained and certified Peer Advocates to help others move toward resilience and recovery.

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July 12, 2011 – Peer Support & Peer Advocates
Peter Ashenden, Director of Consumer Programs for Optum Health, and Brad Lotterman, Director of External Communications, also with Optum Health, helped us understand the need to sequence personal stories and how to organize and share the most pertinent details when learning to be Peer Support Workers and Peer Advocates. Peter is experienced in communicating his personal story, and assisting people with mental illness to become skilled advocates.

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June 14, 2011 – Peer Support
Friends from the Lincoln community will join Not Alone to talk about programs available that offer peer support for people with mental illness, including support groups and learning groups for consumers and family members. They will share how peer support has impacted their own lives. Again, resiliency and wellness are words with impact!

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May 17, 2011 – Local Outreach to Survivors of Suicide (LOSS)
Dr. Frank Campbell, the founder of the Local Outreach to Survivors of Suicide, will be our guest on Not Alone to talk about LOSS teams developed across the nation. Dr. Dave Miers with BryanLGH in Lincoln, and Dr. Don Belau with the YRTC in Geneva, will also join the program to talk about the LOSS teams developed in the Lancaster County area. We will learn that surviving family or friends who are reached through a LOSS Team receive help with the grief process within a month, while in other families not helped by a LOSS Team, it is usually nearly five years before the family problems become such that help is sought. Dr. Campbell will be the keynote speaker at the National LOSS Conference in Lincoln May 19-21.

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May 10, 2011 – Foster Care
Cassy Blakely with the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation will join Not Alone along with three members of the Nebraska Foster Youth Council. Do you have questions about what it is like to be a foster youth and what happens to a foster youth when they turn 19 and no longer are part of the system? How do foster youth learn job skills, learn healthy family relationship, and learn to be positive and motivated adults? If you have been in numerous foster homes, and are now 'emancipated' from the system, where do you see yourself being in 10 years? The foster youth who are leaders in the Nebraska Council will be answering some of these questions and more for us.

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April 26, 2011 – Adult Consumers
Each and every person dealing with a mental health issue has a story of healing and hope to share. Not Alone is excited to feature some amazing individuals working to reduce the stigma of mental health illness by sharing their successes and opportunities for continued growth.

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March 8, 2011 – March 8, 2011 - Mental Health: A Personal Perspective
On this special program, Not Alone will feature adults who have had a history with mental health issues. They will share their story of years with hospitalizations, medications, family struggles, helpful programs, and healing. Each guest has had painful hurdles to over come, and has emerged stronger and healthier.

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December 14, 2010 – Mrs. Nebraska International
As the reigning 2011 Mrs. Nebraska International, Briana Simonsen-Rubenstein is using her celebrity to bring awareness to mental health issues and speaking out about anxiety and depression in young adults.

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March 2, 2010 – Help in Rural Communities
Consumer Specialists from Region 1 and Region 2 in Western Nebraska address the challenges of establishing peer support and family education opportunities in rural communities.

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February 16, 2010 – Consumer Support Groups
The mission of Support Groups - members of DBSA, NAMI, and the VA will discuss healing and resiliency through participation in support groups located across Nebraska.

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December 1, 2009 – Regional Consumer Specialist; Regional Programs and Initiatives
Consumer Specialists from each of Nebraska’s six behavioral health regions convene to discuss their roles as well as programs and initiatives currently underway in the regions and throughout the state of Nebraska.

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December 15, 2009 – Consumer Perspective
Consumers of mental health services provide their personal perspective and insight regarding issues related to mental health and share information on their own journey toward recovery.

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October 27, 2009 – Respect and Hope in Mental Health Recovery
Joel Slack, President and Founder of Respect International shares information with listeners about his personal journey toward recovery as well discusses how every encounter between a consumer and a health care provider has the potential to bring hope and respect to the recovery process.

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August 11, 2009 – Relationships
Carol Coussons de Reyes, Office of Consumer Affairs Administrator with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, explores the topic of relationships and the important role they play in an individuals recovery.

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June 16, 2009 – Care for the Adult Psychiatric Patient in Crisis
Dr. Jon Berlin, nationally recognized specialist in Emergency Psychiatry and co-author of the book Emergency Psychiatry: Principles and Practice, discusses issues surrounding caring for adult psychiatric patients in crisis.

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May 12, 2009 – National Mental Health Association’s 100th Anniversary
Alan Green, Executive Director of MHA Nebraska will discuss the upcoming Centennial Conference, what the next 100 years holds for the NMHA, and an exciting new consumer-driven service in Nebraska.

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April 28, 2009 – Nebraska Network of Care
Scot Adams, Director of the Division of Behavioral Health, will give highlights on Nebraska's new "Network of Care" website, an online resource for individuals, families, and agencies concerned with mental and emotional wellness, substance abuse, and developmental disabilities.

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April 21, 2009 – Peer Leadership
Larry Fricks, Vice President of Peer Services for the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, discusses the development and success of peer leadership programs.

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December 9, 2008 – Regional Consumer Specialist; Regional Programs and Initiatives
Consumer Specialists from each of Nebraska’s six behavioral health regions convene to discuss their roles as well as programs and initiatives currently underway in the regions and throughout the state of Nebraska.

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December 2, 2008 – New Trends in the Care of Individuals with Mental Illness
Dr. Susan Boust, Associate Professor and Co-Director of Community Psychiatry Services with the University of Nebraska Medical Center and staff psychiatrist for the Assertive Community Treatment Team at Community Alliance in Omaha, Nebraska, and Dr. Blaine Shaffer, Chief Clinical Officer with the Nebraska Department of Health Human Services Division of Behavioral Health, discuss new research, models, and practices in the care of individuals with mental illness.

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November 11, 2008 – Magellan Health Services
Kathy Dinges, Executive Account Manager with Magellan Health Services in Nebraska, and Patricia Hunt, Director of Child and Family Resiliency Services for Magellan, discuss their roles with Magellan, services provided through the organization, and address the goal of resiliency and recovery for all individuals affected by mental illness.

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July 22, 2008 – Targeted Adult Service Coordination (TASC)
Arnold Remington, Project Director of TASC, Cory Schortzman, Crisis Response Counselor, Tracy Guandera, Intensive Care Manager, and Melia Cooke, Consumer Specialist with the program discuss the components of the Targeted Adult Service Coordination (TASC) program and how similar services can be replicated in other communities.

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May 20, 2008 – Consumer Perspective
Consumers of mental health services provide their personal perspective and insight regarding issues related to mental health and share information on their own journeys toward recovery.

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April 15, 2008 – Peer Support Services
Jai Sookrum, Manager of Family Education at Community Alliance, and Peer Specialists Rod Atwood, Cindy Sullivan, and Ken Timmerman discuss the role peer specialist play in the recovery of individuals from mental illness as well as organizations currently utilizing peer specialist positions in Nebraska.

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December 11, 2007 – Consumer Perspective
Consumers of mental health services provide their personal perspective and insight regarding issues related to mental health and share information on their own journeys toward recovery.

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December 27, 2011 – "Breaking Free from Depression" Authors Dr. Jesse Wright and Dr. Laura McCray
Dr. Jesse Wright, Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Depression Center at the University of Louisville in Kentucky and Dr. Laura McCray, a family physician and Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine and Associate Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of Vermont, have written a new book to help those dealing with depression find what truly works for them. Based on the belief that the key to finding relief is to sample numerous treatments, knitting together a personalized anti-depression action plan, Breaking Free from Depression: Pathways to Wellness, outlines six strengths-based treatment methods and provides numerous worksheets, questionnaires, and exercises designed to guide readers toward recovery.

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September 27, 2011 – Depression in Nebraska
Dr. Dave Miers of Bryan LGH Medical Center in Lincoln, Neb., and Dr. Don Belau with the Geneva Youth Rehabilitation Center, in Geneva, Neb. will be our special guests on September 27 to discuss depression in Nebraska and the suicide rate our state faces. We'll also talk about the work of the Nebraska State Suicide Prevention Coalition regarding the suicide prevention programs being developed across Nebraska in schools, churches, civic groups, and in programs for active duty military and their families.

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March 8, 2011 – Mental Health: A Personal Perspective
On this special program, Not Alone will feature adults who have had a history with mental health issues. They will share their story of years with hospitalizations, medications, family struggles, helpful programs, and healing. Each guest has had painful hurdles to over come, and has emerged stronger and healthier.

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February 1, 2011 – Bryan LGH Behavioral Health Services
Not Alone will be providing an overview of some of the behavioral health services Bryan LGH in Lincoln, Neb. is able to provide for those in need of mental health care as well as highlight collaborations the hospital participates in the Region 5 community.

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January 18, 2011 – Author Leslie Byers
Author Leslie Byers chronicles years of frustration experienced as she and her husband struggled to find answers to their daughter’s manic-induced rages and suicidal depressions brought on by bipolar disorder in her book “Heather’s Rage: A Mother’s Faith Reflected in Her Daughter’s Mental Illness”. The book illustrates the family’s challenges working with the educational system, dealing with the juvenile court system, and coping with being forced to give up custody of Heather because they could not afford the proper treatment. Byers, who wrote about her family’s story to help erase the stigma of mental illness and to raise awareness for early detection and intervention for children joins Not Alone to share her amazing story.

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December 28, 2010 – Depression, Bipolar Support Alliance
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is the leading patient-directed national organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses. Founded in 1985, the organization works to ensure that people living with mood disorders are treated equitably. Randy Hughell and other guests from Nebraska DBSA’s New Hope Chapter in Omaha joins Not Alone to share helpful information about DBSA’s programs and services. 

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November 16, 2010 – Uta Halee – Cooper Village
Since 1950, Uta Halee Girls Village and Cooper Village have been providing hope and a healing environment for youth and their families with the primary goal of returning to home those the organization serves with the skills necessary to find meaning in their lives, form fulfilling relationships and resume a healthy journey into adulthood. Representatives from Uta Halee join Not Alone to share information about the organization’s comprehensive youth programs.

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September 21, 2010 – Physician Suicide
On average, death by suicide is about 70 percent more likely among male physicians in the United States than among other professionals, and 250 percent to 400 percent higher among female physicians. Every year, three to four hundred physicians take their own lives — the equivalent of two to three medical school classes. Dr. Blaine Shaffer with the Department of Health and Human Services will join Not Alone to discuss how stigma regarding loss of professional and personal stature often prevents physicians from seeking the mental health care they need. 

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July 13, 2010 – Take Flight Farms
Gale Faltin, Executive Director at Take Flight Farms, a non-profit organization that incorporates horses into unique learning and therapeutic experiences, will share information about the programs offered at Take Flight Farms for teens with emotional and behavioral issues. The participants, in addition to benefiting from their interaction with the horses, gain self-esteem by completing a service project for the horses or the hosting facility sometime during the program.

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April 20, 2010 – Cutting and Self Harm
Reo Newring, PhD with Children’s Hospital and Medical Center and Coleen Cusick-Brown, LIMHP share information with listeners about the prevalence of cutting and self harm in today’s society and discuss treatment options that are available.

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March 16, 2010 – Depression in Infants and Toddlers
When mothers experience depression, their unborn child, newborn child, and even toddlers can experience similar symptoms. This program will address depression in infants through 3 years of age.

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March 9, 2010 – Pre and Post Partum Depression
Many new mothers will experience pre and post-partum depression. We’ll discuss the warning signs and resources available for help.

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September 22, 2009 – Sharon Bracken, Author of Eli, the Bipolar Bear
Sharon Bracken, author of Eli, the Bipolar Bear shares her children’s book addressing bipolar disorder with listeners and discusses her inspiration for writing the book.

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September 8, 2009 – Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
Peter Ashenden, President and CEO of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance shares information about the organization and how it serves individuals and families touched by depression or bipolar disorder.

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February 24, 2009 – Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of therapy that is proving to be an effective treatment for disorders such as depression, post traumatic stress disorder, and chronic pain. Jim Kleveter, a counselor with Alegent Health Psychiatric Associates discusses EMDR with Crystal, an individual who has personally benefited from the therapy.

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December 23, 2008 – Depression in Men
Consumers of mental health services share their stories and perspectives regarding the topic of depression in men.

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October 21, 2008 – Depression in Men
A panel of consumers address the issue of depression and men. Consumers provider personal insight and information on their own journeys toward recovery from mental illness.

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January 1, 2008 – Depression (Part 1)
Don Osborne and Diane Domeier, both therapists with Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, and Paul, an individual who has experienced depression in his life, share information surrounding the topic of depression including symptoms, onset, and treatment.

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January 8, 2008 – Depression (Part 2)
Don Osborne and Diane Domeier, both therapists with Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, and Barb an individual who has a family member living with severe depression, delve more in depth in part two of a discussion on the topic of depression.

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January 10, 2012 – New Hope Life Center
The New Hope Life Center serves women in the Douglas County Correctional Center and in the New Hope Residential Center. It is an after-care program that provides on-going mental health support and is a safe place of new beginnings and hope for the future. The purpose is to give women the tools to live a new and healthy life style after incarceration.

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November 15, 2011 – Independence Center at BryanLGH Medical Center
The Independence Center at BryanLGH Medical Center in Lincoln, Neb. was developed to help individuals and their families begin and maintain their recovery from the effects of alcohol and other drug abuse or dependence. Alcohol and other drug dependency may accentuate symptoms of other problems, but it is also a disease entity in itself, and as the illness progresses, relationships, work, mental health, physical health, and spiritual well-being are affected. The services offered by The Independence Center have so successfully helped clients change their lives for the better, that many local military entities, such as Ft. Riley in Kansas, and Offutt AFB in Nebraska are using these services.

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August 16, 2011 – Gambling Addiction
Gambling addiction is a growing concern in our communities. What is gambling and what are the differences between low-risk gambling, responsible gambling and compulsive gambling? Guests from the Choices Treatment Center in Lincoln will join Not Alone to talk about signs and symptoms of compulsive gambling and opportunities for treatment.

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March 15, 2011 – Problem Gambling
This growing issue not only affects the adult population, but now we see increased addiction involving teens and children. Compulsive gambling is an addiction that affects many families; many lives are destroyed by gambling. Beth Hansen, with One World Community Health in Omaha, joined by a guest, will share with listeners the challenges and opportunities involved in overcoming this addiction.

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January 6, 2009 – Co-occurring Disorders
Mike Phillips, Program Director for Omaha's Catholic Charities Campus for Hope, discusses the programs and supports available through the Campus and special guests, Jenna and Rick, share stories about their personal journeys toward recovery.

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July 15, 2008 – Substance Abuse Treatment for Mothers
Carolyn Thiele, Vice President of Nebraska Professional Services with Heartland Family Services, Megan Harrick, Program Coordinator of Heartland Family Services Family Works Program, and Sabrina, a consumer of the Family Works Program, share information on Family Works, a substance abuse treatment program for mothers and their children in Omaha.

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December 25, 2007 – Substance Abuse
Mike Phillips, Program Director for Omaha's Catholic Charities Campus for Hope, Teri Speck, Program Director with Journeys - Recovery Solutions for Today's Youth, and Todd, a consumer of substance abuse services, share information with listeners regarding substance abuse treatment, relapse, and recovery.

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October 13, 2009 – Eating Disorders
Dr. Donyce Brenneman, PhD with Great Oaks Counseling Services in Omaha, Nebraska addresses the topic of eating disorders. Dr. Brenneman shares information and resources for children, teens, and adults affected by eating disorders.

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April 12, 2011 – Early Childhood Mental Health Care
In 2009, SAMHSA estimated there were 2 million youth (8.1 percent of the population age 12 to 17) who experienced major depressive episodes for that year; children far younger than this can be exposed to mental health issues. Not Alone guests will discuss early childhood mental health care and how responsive relationships with consistent primary caregivers help build positive attachments that support healthy social-emotional development.

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April 5, 2011 – Mental Health and Senior Care
Former Dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Rosalee Yeaworth, Ph.D. joins Not Alone to discuss mental health and senior care. Dr. Yeaworth is a member of the policy committee and the advisory council of the Midlands Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, and is an elder and past moderator of Presbyterian Women in Dundee Presbyterian Church. She does guest lectures for UNMC on Alzheimer's Disease and Health Care for Vulnerable Populations.

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February 15, 2011 – Author, Radio Host, Speaker, Jacqueline Marcell
Jacqueline is the author of “Elder Rage”, a bestselling book about caring for her parents, both with Alzheimer’s which went undiagnosed for over a year. After fighting through an unsympathetic medical system and depleting her parents’ life savings and most of her own, she solved the endless crisis medically and behaviorally. Passion to help others compels Jacqueline to educate on issues that so unnecessarily cost a year of her life -- and then nearly her life itself when she was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Visit www.ElderRage.com to learn more.

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February 8, 2011 – Nebraska Families Collaborative
Dave Newell and Treva Haugaard with Nebraska Families Collaborative, a collaboration between Child Saving Institute, Boys Town, Heartland Family Service, Nebraska Family Support Network, and OMNI Behavioral Health, along with Misty, a parent, will share how the Nebraska Families Collaborative works to preserve and strengthen families by providing high quality services, enabling permanency and self direction for families.

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January 18, 2011 – Author Leslie Byers
Author Leslie Byers chronicles years of frustration experienced as she and her husband struggled to find answers to their daughter’s manic-induced rages and suicidal depressions brought on by bipolar disorder in her book “Heather’s Rage: A Mother’s Faith Reflected in Her Daughter’s Mental Illness”. The book illustrates the family’s challenges working with the educational system, dealing with the juvenile court system, and coping with being forced to give up custody of Heather because they could not afford the proper treatment. Byers, who wrote about her family’s story to help erase the stigma of mental illness and to raise awareness for early detection and intervention for children joins Not Alone to share her amazing story.

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January 4, 2011 – Delaney Ruston, M.D.
Delaney Ruston, M.D. is the creator of “Unlisted”, a documentary that depicts the struggle of a daughter of a man with paranoid schizophrenia and is her personal story of attempted reconciliation with her father. “Unlisted” was first shown at the Alternatives Conference this past October, and now has been viewed by many on Public Television Stations across the U.S. Dr. Ruston’s story is incredible and Not Alone listeners will be touched by what they learn.

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June 22, 2010 – Trauma Informed Care
Dr. Sandra Bloom, founder of the Sanctuary Model, and author of Creating Sanctuary will discuss trauma informed care and trauma informed methods for creating or changing organizational culture in order to provide more cohesive healing from psychological and social trauma. Trauma informed care recognizes that by working with youth on how to identify triggers that lead to negative behaviors, and teaching them coping skills to reduce or eliminate those negative behaviors allows for a more idyllic healing process.

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May 11, 2010 – Siblings Perspective
Siblings of youth diagnosed with a chronic mental illness share their perspective regarding treatment and care as well as the impact mental illness has on the family.

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March 2, 2010 – Help in Rural Communities
Consumer Specialists from Region 1 and Region 2 in Western Nebraska address the challenges of establishing peer support and family education opportunities in rural communities.

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January 5, 2010 – A Family’s Perspective
Parents and caregivers of children with behavioral health needs speak on a personal level about mental health issues affecting Nebraska's children.

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December 22, 2009 – A Family’s Perspective
Parents and caregivers of children with behavioral health needs speak on a personal level about mental health issues affecting Nebraska's children.

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May 5, 2009 – A Family's Perspective
Parents and caregivers of children with behavioral health needs speak on a personal level about mental health issues and recovery.

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March 3, 2009 – A Family's Perspective
Parents and caregivers of children with behavioral health needs speak on a personal level about mental health issues affecting Nebraska's children.

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July 8, 2008 – Parent Training and Information (PTI) Nebraska
Nina Baker, Health Information Coordinator with PTI-Nebraska, and Les Kimmons, Training and Information Specialist with PTI-Nebraska, provide listeners information on the services available through PTI-Nebraska and how to access such services.

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February 5, 2008 – Family Voices
Eve Bleyhl, Executive Director of the Nebraska Family Support Network, and parents and caregivers of children with mental health needs speak on a personal level about mental health issues affecting Nebraska’s children.

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June 15, 2010 – Youth Emergency Services in Omaha
Robert Storey with Youth Emergency Services in Omaha (YES), an organization dedicated to serving and protecting homeless and at-risk youth by providing shelter, programs, and advocacy that educate and promote personal and family development, will be on hand to share information about YES.

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July 21, 2009 – Stephen Center
Del Bomberger, Executive Director with the Stephen Center in Omaha, Nebraska, provides listeners with information on issues related to homelessness and services available through the Center.

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June 23, 2009 – Magis Clinic and Youth Emergency Services
Students from Creighton University discuss the Magis Clinic, a free psychiatric clinic established to serve residents of homeless shelters and treatment programs in the Omaha community, and their new partnership with Youth Emergency Services.

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October 14, 2008 – Magis Clinic
Students from Creighton University discuss the Magis Clinic, a free psychiatric clinic established to serve residents of the Siena-Francis House Homeless Shelter and other area shelters and treatment programs in the Omaha community.

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April 1, 2008 – Homelessness
Bill Russell, Executive Director of the Union Gospel Mission in Portland, Oregon and Dave Madson, past Board Chairman of the Union Gospel Mission, share information on the programs available through their organization to serve individuals who are homeless and assist them in becoming self sufficient.

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March 18, 2008 – Homelessness
Erin Porterfield, Executive Director of the Metro Area Continuum of Care for the Homeless, Katie Bakhit with Campfire USA, and Tara Moore, member of the Omaha Area Co-Occurring Task Force, provide listeners with insight into the many issues surrounding homelessness as well as current efforts underway to address homelessness in the Omaha community.

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August 2, 2011 – Behaven Day Center
Janie Peterson with Behaven Day Center, a day treatment center that helps children age 2 to 8 build positive behaviors will join Not Alone to discuss the importance of positive behaviors in young children. Reports show that the expulsion rate of pre-kindergarten children from day care and pre-school is three times greater than the expulsion rate for student from high school. Why? What can parents do? How can we help children develop socially acceptable behaviors?

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July 26, 2011 – Lutheran Family Services’ RSAFE program
RSAFE is a program through Lutheran Family Services that breaks the cycle of sexual abuse by providing a unique continuum of care to families. The entire family is involved in treatment and recovery. RSAFE doesn't just serve the victims and their families, but also serves children who are sexually acting out behaviors and even treats their perpetrators. Vickie Peyton, Director of the RSAFE Program, joins Not Alone to tell us how people can recover and how families can thrive again.

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July 5, 2011 – Doris Moore with the Center for Holistic Development and Urban Leadership Institute Conference
Doris Moore, Director of the Center for Holistic Development (CHD) joins Not Alone as the Center celebrates its 10th anniversary of service to Omaha. The CHD provides an alternative to traditional behavioral health care by bringing balance to the ‘whole person’. We especially celebrate its work with young children and their parents. CHD believes in the potential of each individual, and as part of its 10th anniversary celebration, friends from the Urban Leadership Institute, David Miller, and LaMarr Darnell Shields, will be joining Doris Moore on our broadcast.

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May 31, 2011 – NOVA Therapeutic Community
The NOVA Therapeutic Community serves individuals with substance abuse and mental health problems across Nebraska, and has created programs specifically for children, adolescents and adults. Lynne Holmquist and Eleanor Devlin will give Not Alone listeners an overview of the NOVA programs and its mission. Being part of something greater than oneself is an important factor in facilitating positive growth, healing, and recovery. We'll learn how NOVA helps change an individual's lifestyle through a community of concerned people working together to help themselves and to help others.

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April 12, 2011 – Early Childhood Mental Health Care
In 2009, SAMHSA estimated there were 2 million youth (8.1 percent of the population age 12 to 17) who experienced major depressive episodes for that year; children far younger than this can be exposed to mental health issues. Not Alone guests will discuss early childhood mental health care and how responsive relationships with consistent primary caregivers help build positive attachments that support healthy social-emotional development.

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February 22, 2011 – Paolo del Vecchio
The Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) in Washington, D.C. leads Federal efforts to treat mental illnesses by promoting mental health and by preventing the development or worsening of mental illness when possible. Congress created CMHS to bring new hope to adults who have serious mental illnesses and to children with serious emotional disorders. CMHS Consumer Affairs Director, Paolo del Vecchio joins Not Alone to discuss how CMHS helps consumers in need.

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February 8, 2011 – Nebraska Families Collaborative
Dave Newell and Treva Haugaard with Nebraska Families Collaborative, a collaboration between Child Saving Institute, Boys Town, Heartland Family Service, Nebraska Family Support Network, and OMNI Behavioral Health, along with Misty, a parent, will share how the Nebraska Families Collaborative works to preserve and strengthen families by providing high quality services, enabling permanency and self direction for families.

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February 1, 2011 – Bryan LGH Behavioral Health Services
Not Alone will be providing an overview of some of the behavioral health services Bryan LGH in Lincoln, Neb. is able to provide for those in need of mental health care as well as highlight collaborations the hospital participates in the Region 5 community.

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January 25, 2011 – Peer Support through LFS in Lincoln
Julie Fisher-Erickson joins Not Alone to share how the help of Peer Support Recovery Specialists have helped to make recovery programs more successful at five Lincoln organizations. Peer Support Recovery Specialists use their individual experiences overcoming crisis, depression, and addiction to help others on the road to recovery.

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January 11, 2011 – Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Outreach
Guests to Not Alone will be counselors from the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling program and the Omaha Public Schools. The vision of The Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program is to provide essential preventive care to reduce rising behavioral health problems and hospitalization of youth. The program is collaboration between Methodist Hospital Foundation, Omaha Public Schools, and neighborhood churches and puts professional counseling services in the community where people live.

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December 28, 2010 – Depression, Bipolar Support Alliance
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is the leading patient-directed national organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses. Founded in 1985, the organization works to ensure that people living with mood disorders are treated equitably. Randy Hughell and other guests from Nebraska DBSA’s New Hope Chapter in Omaha joins Not Alone to share helpful information about DBSA’s programs and services. 

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December 21, 2010 – Peer Support in Omaha
Not Alone's guests will be peer support workers with Community Alliance, The Salvation Army, Douglas County Mental Health Center, and Region 6. To be trained as a Peer Specialist, a person must have achieved success in managing their own mental illness. Peers have a unique insight into mental illness and what makes recovery possible, and are proven leaders in encouraging, supporting, comforting, and inspiring others to achieve those same victories. Join us to listen to hear more about a peer specialists’ incredible journey. 

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November 30, 2010 – Keya House
Keya House in Lincoln, Nebraska is a peer-run, supportive environment that promotes empowerment, recovery, and healing. Since it’s opening in early 2010, Keya House has already greatly impacted the Lincoln mental health care community. Representatives from Keya House and Mental Health America - Nebraska join Not Alone to share how Keya House is making a difference in Lincoln.

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November 16, 2010 – Uta Halee – Cooper Village
Since 1950, Uta Halee Girls Village and Cooper Village have been providing hope and a healing environment for youth and their families with the primary goal of returning to home those the organization serves with the skills necessary to find meaning in their lives, form fulfilling relationships and resume a healthy journey into adulthood. Representatives from Uta Halee join Not Alone to share information about the organization’s comprehensive youth programs.

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October 19, 2010 – Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Peggy Williams, mental health specialist for the Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing joins Not Alone to share how her organization strives to provide advocacy, communication access, and information to enhance awareness and services for improving the quality of life for all who experience hearing loss.

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September 28, 2010 – Respite Resource Center
Christine Stewart with the Respite Resource Center (RRC), a non-profit, state-funded agency offering information about respite services across the lifespan, will share information about RRC’s services and programs to provide caregivers an opportunity to have some time away from their care giving duties in order to take care of themselves.

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September 7, 2010 – Nebraska Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Members of the Nebraska Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP),, Joyce Hicks and Kendra McCallie, will share how the AFSP works locally to educate and prevent suicide through research, education, and awareness.

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August 17, 2010 – Visiting Nurses Association
The Visiting Nurses Association has been in Omaha for nearly 100 years and has been an anchor in our public health care system. During our program we will look at the VNA’s overall mission and then specifically its care for those with mental health needs.

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August 3, 2010 – Nebraska Network of Care
Paul Cumming of Trilogy Integrated Resources, LCC of San Rafael, CA, and Carol Coussons DeReyes, Director of Consumer Affairs for the Nebraska Division of Behavioral Health, will share valuable information about Nebraska Network of Care, a Web site full of resources for mental health care by region in Nebraska.

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July 6, 2010 – Family Navigators with the Nebraska Family Helpline
National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) Nebraska chapter Executive Director, Jonah Deppe, will share information about Family Navigators, a service offered through the Nebraska Family Helpline. Persons calling the Nebraska Family Helpline for assistance are offered the opportunity to have a Family Navigator work with them as they access services for their child.

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June 15, 2010 – Youth Emergency Services in Omaha
Robert Storey with Youth Emergency Services in Omaha (YES), an organization dedicated to serving and protecting homeless and at-risk youth by providing shelter, programs, and advocacy that educate and promote personal and family development, will be on hand to share information about YES.

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May 18, 2010 – Right Turn - Post Adoption Services
Representatives from Nebraska Children's Home Society and Lutheran Family Services share information on Right Turn, a collaborative program aimed at supporting families who have adopted children or entered into a guardianship through the state of Nebraska.

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May 4, 2010 – Nebraska Help Line and Family Navigator Program
Shellie Gomes and Nick Juliano with Boys Town discuss Nebraska’s new help line for families seeking treatment services for their children as well as the Family Navigator Program, a service now available to Nebraska families due to the passage of state legislation.

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April 13, 2010 – Child Saving Institute
Staff members from Child Saving Institute will provide listeners with information about programs and services available to children, youth, and families through its organization.

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March 30, 2010 – Heartland Family Services
Carolyn Thiele and John Jeanetta with Heartland Family Services will share the history, mission, and vision of Heartland Family Services as well as provide information on programs and services available to individuals and families through its organization.

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March 23, 2010 – Region 1 Behavioral Health Authority
Sharyn Wohlers, Director of Region 1 Behavioral Health Services, and Laura Richards, Network Director for Region 1, will discuss the Region's role in administering services, support, and programs through the behavioral health system of care for residents in western Nebraska.

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February 9, 2010 – Region 2 Behavioral Health System
Kathy Seacrest, Regional Administrator with the Region 2 behavioral health system will discuss the Regions role in administering services, support, and programs through the behavioral health system of care for residents in its area.

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January 19, 2010 – Psychiatric Service Dogs
The use of psychiatric service dogs will be explored and listeners will learn more about the variety of services such trained dogs can provide.

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December 8, 2009 – Region 3 Behavioral Health Services
Representatives with Region 3 Behavioral Health Services discuss their role in administering services, supports, and programs through the behavioral health system of care for residents in central Nebraska.

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December 1, 2009 – Regional Consumer Specialist; Regional Programs and Initiatives
Consumer Specialists from each of Nebraska’s six behavioral health regions convene to discuss their roles as well as programs and initiatives currently underway in the regions and throughout the state of Nebraska.

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November 24, 2009 – Nebraska Children’s Home Society
Representatives from the Nebraska Children’s Home Society will discuss services available through the organization as well as pre- and post-adoption needs identified by families they serve. Their appearance coincides with National Adoption Awareness month.

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November 17, 2009 – Support for Grieving Children
Individuals and staff from Ted E. Bear Hollow share information on their center and assistance they provide in helping family members understand and cope with the needs of grieving children.

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October 20, 2009 – Region V Systems
Representatives with Region V Systems discuss their role in administering services, supports, and programs through the behavioral health system of care for the Lincoln area and southeast Nebraska.

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October 6, 2009 – Alegent Health
Representatives from Alegent Health will discuss a number of behavioral healthcare programs currently offered through their facilities for children, youth, and adults.

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September 1, 2009 – Region 6 Behavioral Healthcare
Representatives with Region 6 Behavioral Healthcare discuss their role in administering services, supports, and programs through the behavioral health system of care.

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August 18, 2009 – Blue Valley Behavioral Health
Representatives from Blue Valley Behavioral Health discuss services and programs they provide to residents of southeast Nebraska.

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August 4, 2009 – Community Alliance
Aileen Brady, Chief Operating Officer with Community Alliance discusses the mission of Community Alliance and services, supports, and programs offered through the organization to individuals with mental illness.

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July 28, 2009 – Trauma Informed Nebraska
Kim Carpenter with Trauma Informed Nebraska shares information on trauma informed services and steps being taken in Nebraska to develop a recovery oriented and trauma informed system of care.

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July 21, 2009 – Stephen Center
Del Bomberger, Executive Director with the Stephen Center in Omaha, Nebraska, provides listeners with information on issues related to homelessness and services available through the Center.

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June 30, 2009 – Douglas County Community Mental Health Center
John Sheehan, Director of the Douglas County Community Mental Health Center provides listeners with information about the Center and services available to residents of Douglas County.

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June 23, 2009 – Magis Clinic and Youth Emergency Services
Students from Creighton University discuss the Magis Clinic, a free psychiatric clinic established to serve residents of homeless shelters and treatment programs in the Omaha community, and their new partnership with Youth Emergency Services.

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June 9, 2009 – Lutheran Family Services
Ruth Henrichs, President and CEO of Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska will discuss services available through Lutheran Family Services.

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June 2, 2009 – Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
Anne Hindery-Camp, Chief Executive Officer with the Nonprofit Association of the Midlands will speak on current activities and initiatives currently underway related to mental health.

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April 28, 2009 – Nebraska Network of Care
Scot Adams, Director of the Division of Behavioral Health, will give highlights on Nebraska's new "Network of Care" website, an online resource for individuals, families, and agencies concerned with mental and emotional wellness, substance abuse, and developmental disabilities.

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March 17, 2009 – NAMI-Nebraska
Representatives from NAMI-Nebraska will share information with listeners regarding programs and support groups available through NAMI-Nebraska, new projects underway, as well as how individuals can become involved with advocacy organizations such as NAMI-Nebraska.

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January 20, 2009 – Children's Respite Care Center
Teri Fitzgerald, President and CEO of the Children’s Respite Care Center and Linda Shadoin, Operations Director discuss treatment options available through CRCC for children who are emotionally fragile and experience behavior disorders.

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January 13, 2009 – Journeys
Teri Speck, Program Director, Diane Domeier, Clinical Manager, and Andrew and Todd, participants of the Journey’s program discuss co-occurring disorders in today’s youth and the connection between mental illness and substance abuse treatment.

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December 30, 2008 – Lasting Hope Recovery Center
Tom Hickey, Executive Director of the Lasting Hope Recovery Center in Omaha, Nebraska shares information on the Center, services offered, and future plans.

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November 11, 2008 – Magellan Health Services
Kathy Dinges, Executive Account Manager with Magellan Health Services in Nebraska, and Patricia Hunt, Director of Child and Family Resiliency Services for Magellan, discuss their roles with Magellan, services provided through the organization, and address the goal of resiliency and recovery for all individuals affected by mental illness.

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October 14, 2008 – Magis Clinic
Students from Creighton University discuss the Magis Clinic, a free psychiatric clinic established to serve residents of the Siena-Francis House Homeless Shelter and other area shelters and treatment programs in the Omaha community.

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August 26, 2008 – RESPECT (Relationship Empowerment for Students, Parents, Educators, and Community through Theatre)
Members of the theatre group RESPECT discuss bullying and the effects on a child’s mental and emotional wellbeing.

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July 29, 2008 – Jacobs Place
Darrel Summers, Program Manager of Jacob's Place, Samantha Munoz, Case Manager at Jacob's Place, and Richard Williams, Teacher/Trainer with Jacob's Place discuss their program and services offered for transitional age youth.

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July 22, 2008 – Targeted Adult Service Coordination (TASC)
Arnold Remington, Project Director of TASC, Cory Schortzman, Crisis Response Counselor, Tracy Guandera, Intensive Care Manager, and Melia Cooke, Consumer Specialist with the program discuss the components of the Targeted Adult Service Coordination (TASC) program and how similar services can be replicated in other communities.

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July 8, 2008 – Parent Training and Information (PTI) Nebraska
Nina Baker, Health Information Coordinator with PTI-Nebraska, and Les Kimmons, Training and Information Specialist with PTI-Nebraska, provide listeners information on the services available through PTI-Nebraska and how to access such services.

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June 17, 2008 – Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Christine Peterson, Chief Executive Officer of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), and Scot Adams, Director of the Division of Behavioral Health within DHHS, provide information on services provided by the Department as well as recent changes within DHHS.

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April 8, 2008 – Voices for Children
Kathy Bigsby-Moore, Executive Director of Voices for Children in Nebraska, and Sarah Ann Lewis, Policy Coordinator with Voices for Children in Nebraska, provide listeners with information about Voices for Children’s efforts to advocate on behalf of children in need of behavioral health services and how interested citizens can become more involved.

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March 25, 2008 – Children’s Hospital Anxiety Clinic
Dr. Lynda Madison, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Creighton University Medical School, Dr. Loren Conoway, Coordinator of Children's Hospital Anxiety Disorders Clinic, and Dr. Ashley Smith, a specialist in anxiety and compulsive behaviors in children and youth at Children's Hospital, address issues of anxiety in children.

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March 11, 2008 – Lasting Hope Recovery Center
Rhonda Hawks with the Hawks Foundation and Tom Hickey, Executive Director of the Lasting Hope Recovery Center, share information on the opening of the Lasting Hope Recovery Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

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February 26, 2008 – Douglas County Mental Health Jail Diversion Program
John Sheehan, Director of Douglas County Mental Health Center, Cindi Boganowski, Program Director of the Douglas County Mental Health Jail Diversion Program, and Michelle, a consumer of the program, share information on the Douglas County Mental Health Jail Diversion Program.

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February 19, 2008 – Crisis Intervention Team Training
Lieutenant Scott Lane with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department, Officer Keith Nielsen with Omaha Police Department, Angie Berg with Community Alliance, and Ken Timmerman with Region VI Behavioral Healthcare, discuss the Heartland Crisis Intervention Team training program including the formation and continuation of CIT training in Omaha, Nebraska.

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December 27, 2011 – "Breaking Free from Depression" Authors Dr. Jesse Wright and Dr. Laura McCray
Dr. Jesse Wright, Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Depression Center at the University of Louisville in Kentucky and Dr. Laura McCray, a family physician and Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine and Associate Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of Vermont, have written a new book to help those dealing with depression find what truly works for them. Based on the belief that the key to finding relief is to sample numerous treatments, knitting together a personalized anti-depression action plan, Breaking Free from Depression: Pathways to Wellness, outlines six strengths-based treatment methods and provides numerous worksheets, questionnaires, and exercises designed to guide readers toward recovery.

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August 30, 2011 – Julia Cook, children’s book author
Children's author, Julia Cook, will share details and stories behind many of her books including, “Scoop” a story about personal safety; “The Kid Trapper”, addressing the problem of sexual abuse; “The Worst Day of My Life Ever!”, a story about listening and following instructions; “Melvin, The Magnificent Molar”, about taking good care of your teeth; The D (divorce) Word”; and “It’s Hard To Be a Verb”, a story about attention deficit disorder.

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June 7, 2011 – Cognitive Behavior Therapy
The Lasting Hope Recovery Center will welcome Dr. Jesse Wright for its annual conference on June 15; we feel privileged to hear a preview of Dr. Wright's perspective regarding cognitive behavior therapy for severe mental disorders and computer assisted cognitive behavioral therapy. Dr. Wright also has a new book being published this fall called Power over Depression, and we're hoping he'll share with listeners some of the tips and skills he included in the book to help everyone who has experienced depression.

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May 17, 2011 – Local Outreach to Survivors of Suicide (LOSS)
Dr. Frank Campbell, the founder of the Local Outreach to Survivors of Suicide, will be our guest on Not Alone to talk about LOSS teams developed across the nation. Dr. Dave Miers with BryanLGH in Lincoln, and Dr. Don Belau with the YRTC in Geneva, will also join the program to talk about the LOSS teams developed in the Lancaster County area. We will learn that surviving family or friends who are reached through a LOSS Team receive help with the grief process within a month, while in other families not helped by a LOSS Team, it is usually nearly five years before the family problems become such that help is sought. Dr. Campbell will be the keynote speaker at the National LOSS Conference in Lincoln May 19-21.

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March 22, 2011 – Jeff Wolfsberg, drug addiction specialist
Jeff Wolfsberg, one of the most influential drug educators and speakers regarding teens and substance abuse in the world today will talk about “addiction-proofing” our youth. His message to youth includes establishing a clear vision of family health and wellness, as well as encouraging teens to find their value and worth in ways other than self-harming.

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February 15, 2011 – Author, Radio Host, Speaker, Jacqueline Marcell
Jacqueline is the author of “Elder Rage”, a bestselling book about caring for her parents, both with Alzheimer’s which went undiagnosed for over a year. After fighting through an unsympathetic medical system and depleting her parents’ life savings and most of her own, she solved the endless crisis medically and behaviorally. Passion to help others compels Jacqueline to educate on issues that so unnecessarily cost a year of her life -- and then nearly her life itself when she was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Visit www.ElderRage.com to learn more.

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January 18, 2011 – Author Leslie Byers
Author Leslie Byers chronicles years of frustration experienced as she and her husband struggled to find answers to their daughter’s manic-induced rages and suicidal depressions brought on by bipolar disorder in her book “Heather’s Rage: A Mother’s Faith Reflected in Her Daughter’s Mental Illness”. The book illustrates the family’s challenges working with the educational system, dealing with the juvenile court system, and coping with being forced to give up custody of Heather because they could not afford the proper treatment. Byers, who wrote about her family’s story to help erase the stigma of mental illness and to raise awareness for early detection and intervention for children joins Not Alone to share her amazing story.

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January 4, 2011 – Delaney Ruston, M.D.
Delaney Ruston, M.D. is the creator of “Unlisted”, a documentary that depicts the struggle of a daughter of a man with paranoid schizophrenia and is her personal story of attempted reconciliation with her father. “Unlisted” was first shown at the Alternatives Conference this past October, and now has been viewed by many on Public Television Stations across the U.S. Dr. Ruston’s story is incredible and Not Alone listeners will be touched by what they learn.

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October 12, 2010 – Daniel Carlat, M.D.
Daniel J. Carlat, M.D., is Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine, and is the Editor-in-Chief of The Carlat Psychiatry Report, a monthly newsletter on psychopharmacology widely read by psychiatrists and nurses in the United States. He joins Not Alone to discuss his most recent book, Unhinged: The Trouble with Psychiatry - A Doctor's Revelations about a Profession in Crisis. A “stirring and beautifully written wake-up call”, Unhinged exposes disturbing problems plaguing psychiatry.

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September 21, 2010 – Physician Suicide
On average, death by suicide is about 70 percent more likely among male physicians in the United States than among other professionals, and 250 percent to 400 percent higher among female physicians. Every year, three to four hundred physicians take their own lives — the equivalent of two to three medical school classes. Dr. Blaine Shaffer with the Department of Health and Human Services will join Not Alone to discuss how stigma regarding loss of professional and personal stature often prevents physicians from seeking the mental health care they need. 

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September 14, 2010 – Ticket to Work Program
Tom Gloss with CESSI, Division of Axiom, is program specialist for recruitment and outreach for the Ticket to Work program, together with Sharon Johnson with the Department of Health and Human Services Long-Term Care Division, will discuss the Ticket to Work Program and how it benefits people with disabilities who are interested in going to work. The Ticket Program is part of the Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999 with the goal of increasing opportunities and choices for Social Security disability beneficiaries to obtain employment, vocational rehabilitation (VR), and other support services from public and private providers, employers, and other organizations.

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June 22, 2010 – Trauma Informed Care
Dr. Sandra Bloom, founder of the Sanctuary Model, and author of Creating Sanctuary will discuss trauma informed care and trauma informed methods for creating or changing organizational culture in order to provide more cohesive healing from psychological and social trauma. Trauma informed care recognizes that by working with youth on how to identify triggers that lead to negative behaviors, and teaching them coping skills to reduce or eliminate those negative behaviors allows for a more idyllic healing process.

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June 1, 2010 – Recognizing & Responding to Suicide Risk in Primary Care
Alan Berman, PhD, co-author of Adolescent Suicide and president of the International Association for Suicide Prevention will share information on how clinical and professional therapists can become more effective in recognizing and responding to suicide risk in patients. He will also offer advice on how family members, as well as the community at large, can become more aware and play a bigger role in suicide prevention.

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January 26, 2010 – WrapAround Oregon
Representatives with WrapAround Oregon will discuss their approach to facilitating a team process that focuses on the strengths and needs of children with emotional challenges while providing necessary services.

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October 27, 2009 – Respect and Hope in Mental Health Recovery
Joel Slack, President and Founder of Respect International shares information with listeners about his personal journey toward recovery as well discusses how every encounter between a consumer and a health care provider has the potential to bring hope and respect to the recovery process.

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August 25, 2009 – National Library of Medicine
Medical librarians Marty Magee and Siobhan Champ Blackwell, representing the National Library of Medicine, discuss the library, resources available, and how individuals can easily access reliable information related to mental health including a list of popular websites.

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June 16, 2009 – Care for the Adult Psychiatric Patient in Crisis
Dr. Jon Berlin, nationally recognized specialist in Emergency Psychiatry and co-author of the book Emergency Psychiatry: Principles and Practice, discusses issues surrounding caring for adult psychiatric patients in crisis.

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April 21, 2009 – Peer Leadership
Larry Fricks, Vice President of Peer Services for the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, discusses the development and success of peer leadership programs.

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April 14, 2009 – Speaking Out Against Stigma
Dr. Gariane Gunther, a psychiatrist in South Carolina, has dedicated her reign as Mrs. USA to raising public awareness about mental illness. Dr. Gunther hopes that making more people comfortable talking about mental illness will encourage those who need help to reach out.

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April 7, 2009 – Healing from Autism
Jenny McCarthy discusses her family's personal experience with raising an autistic child, as well as autism research, treatment, recovery and advocacy.

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October 28, 2008 – GASP: Games Adolescents Shouldn’t Play
Scott Metheny, a law enforcement officer and trainer with GASP, Games Adolescents Shouldn’t Play, shares information with listeners on the deadly effects of the Choking Game. Scott travels the country educating communities about the dangers of the Choking Game.

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October 7, 2008 – Charles Barber
Author Charles Barber discusses his book Comfortably Numb: How Psychiatry is Medicating a Nation.

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September 30, 2008 – Steve Miccio
Steve Miccio a national leader in mental health recovery and founder and CEO of PEOPLe Inc., a consumer/peer operated advocacy agency in New York, discusses recovery from mental illness and how Nebraska and other states can create a recovery focused behavioral health system of care.

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September 23, 2008 – Pete Early
Pete Earley, author of Crazy: A Father’s Search Through America’s Mental Health Madness, speaks about his family’s experience with mental illness and the criminal justice system.

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September 16, 2008 – Bob Fleischner
Bob Fleischner, a national expert on issues surrounding restraint and seclusion, discusses the impact restraints and seclusions have on individuals, staff, and organizations.

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August 19, 2008 – Treating Mental and Physical Disorders Together
Dr. Karl Goodkin, Director of Clinical Research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California and Professor with the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at UCLA, discusses research and information on the treatment of mental illness in individuals who also suffer from physical illnesses such as cancer and diabetes.

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May 27, 2008 – Rosanne Bachman
Author Rosanne Bachman discusses her book, Driving to Clarinda, a memoir of her family's experience with mental illness.

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April 1, 2008 – Homelessness
Bill Russell, Executive Director of the Union Gospel Mission in Portland, Oregon and Dave Madson, past Board Chairman of the Union Gospel Mission, share information on the programs available through their organization to serve individuals who are homeless and assist them in becoming self sufficient.

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January 31, 2012 – PANDAS
PANDAS is the acronym for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections. It is believed that sometimes a strep infection may be the root cause of some mental health diagnosis in children. Some children with PANDAS are initially diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or a tic disorder. It is thought to be the body's immune reaction to infection, not the Strep infection itself that causes symptoms.

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January 17, 2012 – Training Mental Health Care Professionals
Representatives from the University of Nebraska - Omaha, Creighton University, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center will talk about what students training to be professionals in the mental health care field including doctors, nurses, and social workers, are expected to learn and what they will know about the mental health field when they begin working. Professionals today are arriving on the work scene at a time of change in mental health care; we will discuss what their role will be in moving us into the new opportunity of resiliency and recovery.

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January 10, 2012 – New Hope Life Center
The New Hope Life Center serves women in the Douglas County Correctional Center and in the New Hope Residential Center. It is an after-care program that provides on-going mental health support and is a safe place of new beginnings and hope for the future. The purpose is to give women the tools to live a new and healthy life style after incarceration.

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January 3, 2012 – Patricia Callone and Connie Kudlacek from CaringConcepts, Inc.
Sometimes we become full-time caregivers for older family members, for our spouse, or even for an adult child. How does one helping others with chronic illnesses deal with the emotional and physical losses of their illness or injury, and yet take care of their own health? What are the coping skills for maintaining personal wellness, for identifying caregiver changes, and for finding wisdom and love to share? How does a caregiver develop coping skills that protect their own physical and emotional well-being, while balancing the desire and the need to provide the best possible care for those they love?

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December 20, 2011 – Not Alone Special Anniversary Program
This will be special program to commemorate the start of Not Alone’s fifth year on the air. Joining us will be Mr. and Mrs. Larry Courtnage, founders of The Kim Foundation, Greg Vogt, station manager of KCRO, and Chris Gould, vice president of production at Salem Broadcasting.

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December 13, 2011 – Dr. Susan Boust
One of our first guests on Not Alone was Dr. Susan Boust, a psychiatrist with UNMC. Dr. Boust is returning this month to help us launch a new year of broadcasting as she updates us on the telepsychiatry project for Nebraska currently evolving across the state. She will also discuss Workforce Development and the steps being taken to educate and retain mental health care workers in Nebraska, the value of team work in the treatment of mental illness, and the healing powers being experienced through peer support.

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November 29, 2011 – Shoplifting
Christmas shopping has begun, and this can be a joyous experience, unless, of course, you have problems with shoplifting. Some people, because of their affliction, must be content to shop online, or order through a catalogue, or have somebody else do their shopping. Many people, in order to minimize temptation, even depend upon others to do all the grocery shopping. What causes this need to shoplift, and what can be done to curb this behavior? Since there are more than 7000 shoplifting arrests in Douglas County per year, and those who shoplift report they steal 48 times for every one time they are caught, we've invited friends from Compulsive Shoplifters Anonymous to be our guests and to help us find answers to these questions.

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November 22, 2011 – Military Chaplains
Continuing with our appreciation of our veterans, and recognizing those who bring our military families hope and healing, this day's program will introduce the role of the military chaplains working with full-time active duty service men and women as well as for those who are with Reserve Units and those in the National Guard. Recognizing that we have lost more Iraq and Afghanistan veterans to suicide than to combat injuries, the Chaplains also play a huge role in comforting and encouraging veterans and families with emotional wounds.

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October 18, 2011 – Grief in Children and Youth
Special guest Donna Schuurman, Executive Director of The Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families in Portland, Oregon will join Not Alone to talk about ways of addressing grief in children and youth. Dr. Donna Schuurman has written and trained internationally on children’s bereavement issues, and is the author of Never the Same: Coming to Terms with the Death of a Parent.

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October 11, 2011 – Mental Health Needs for the Older Population
Dr. Steve Wengel and Dr. Dennis McNeilly with the University of Nebraska Department of Psychiatry will talk about mental health needs in the older population and address changes to the system of care as the “Boomer Generation” reaches retirement.

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August 23, 2011 – Art Therapy
What is the role of art therapy in healing? Many people cannot find the words to describe their feelings, but they can express themselves through art. Today's topic is applicable to young children who have traumatic events in their life, but haven't developed a vocabulary yet to explain those events and to adults who also have found themselves unable to express their thoughts or feelings.

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August 16, 2011 – Gambling Addiction
Gambling addiction is a growing concern in our communities. What is gambling and what are the differences between low-risk gambling, responsible gambling and compulsive gambling? Guests from the Choices Treatment Center in Lincoln will join Not Alone to talk about signs and symptoms of compulsive gambling and opportunities for treatment.

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August 9, 2011 – Nebraska Legislature's Health and Human Services Committee
Sen. Kathy Campbell, chair of the Nebraska Legislature's Health and Human Services Committee, will talk about the role of the Health and Human Services Committee, its areas of oversight and its role in developing and presenting legislation, as well as addressing specific topics of interest for listeners involved in mental health care.

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July 19, 2011 – Borderline Personality Disorder
One brain disease that is very complicated and often misunderstood is Borderline Personality Disorder. NAMI describes this as a 'pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image, and behavior. It is a disorder of emotional dysregulation.' This instability usually disrupts families, work, and the individual's sense of self identity. Intense emotions and stormy interpersonal relationships are part of this illness. A consumer friend will join us and explain what it is like to live with this illness.

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June 28, 2011 – Juvenile Justice Reform
In what is called 'the most significant juvenile justice reform effort in decades’ and a model juvenile justice system that holds the delinquent youth accountable, while also helping them redirect their lives, has been initiated in Omaha. The Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) director, Kim Thomas, will explain this new program for Not Alone listeners.

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June 21, 2011 – Disabilities in the Workplace
Sharon Johnson with the Division of Medicaid and Long-Term Care and Angie Howell with Easter Seals Nebraska will share how people with disabilities could successful contribute to the labor pool locally. We'll talk about non-visible disabilities, such as mental illnesses, and the accommodation process to ensure a successful workplace as part of the program.

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June 7, 2011 – Cognitive Behavior Therapy
The Lasting Hope Recovery Center will welcome Dr. Jesse Wright for its annual conference on June 15; we feel privileged to hear a preview of Dr. Wright's perspective regarding cognitive behavior therapy for severe mental disorders and computer assisted cognitive behavioral therapy. Dr. Wright also has a new book being published this fall called Power over Depression, and we're hoping he'll share with listeners some of the tips and skills he included in the book to help everyone who has experienced depression.

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May 10, 2011 – Foster Care
Cassy Blakely with the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation will join Not Alone along with three members of the Nebraska Foster Youth Council. Do you have questions about what it is like to be a foster youth and what happens to a foster youth when they turn 19 and no longer are part of the system? How do foster youth learn job skills, learn healthy family relationship, and learn to be positive and motivated adults? If you have been in numerous foster homes, and are now 'emancipated' from the system, where do you see yourself being in 10 years? The foster youth who are leaders in the Nebraska Council will be answering some of these questions and more for us.

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April 19, 2011 – Foster Care “Graduates”
On any given day in Nebraska, more than 800 children in the foster care system are waiting for adoptive families. Foster care is a safety service for children when they are unable to remain safely at home. When it is not possible to get the family back together, the goal becomes finding a permanent family that will become the child’s parents. Not Alone guests will discuss their experiences with the foster care system and what happens when youth “graduate” from foster care at age 19.

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April 5, 2011 – Mental Health and Senior Care
Former Dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Rosalee Yeaworth, Ph.D. joins Not Alone to discuss mental health and senior care. Dr. Yeaworth is a member of the policy committee and the advisory council of the Midlands Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, and is an elder and past moderator of Presbyterian Women in Dundee Presbyterian Church. She does guest lectures for UNMC on Alzheimer's Disease and Health Care for Vulnerable Populations.

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March 22, 2011 – Jeff Wolfsberg, drug addiction specialist
Jeff Wolfsberg, one of the most influential drug educators and speakers regarding teens and substance abuse in the world today will talk about “addiction-proofing” our youth. His message to youth includes establishing a clear vision of family health and wellness, as well as encouraging teens to find their value and worth in ways other than self-harming.

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March 15, 2011 – Problem Gambling
This growing issue not only affects the adult population, but now we see increased addiction involving teens and children. Compulsive gambling is an addiction that affects many families; many lives are destroyed by gambling. Beth Hansen, with One World Community Health in Omaha, joined by a guest, will share with listeners the challenges and opportunities involved in overcoming this addiction.

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December 21, 2010 – Peer Support in Omaha
Not Alone's guests will be peer support workers with Community Alliance, The Salvation Army, Douglas County Mental Health Center, and Region 6. To be trained as a Peer Specialist, a person must have achieved success in managing their own mental illness. Peers have a unique insight into mental illness and what makes recovery possible, and are proven leaders in encouraging, supporting, comforting, and inspiring others to achieve those same victories. Join us to listen to hear more about a peer specialists’ incredible journey. 

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December 7, 2010 – Behavioral Health Information Technology
In the wake of the second annual Health Information Technology Summit, Susan Boust, M.D., Medical Director for the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN, pronounced BEACON) joins Not Alone to discuss how information technology solutions are revolutionizing the reach of medicine and enhancing health care education opportunities; she will also explore potential challenges to using technology.

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November 30, 2010 – Keya House
Keya House in Lincoln, Nebraska is a peer-run, supportive environment that promotes empowerment, recovery, and healing. Since it’s opening in early 2010, Keya House has already greatly impacted the Lincoln mental health care community. Representatives from Keya House and Mental Health America - Nebraska join Not Alone to share how Keya House is making a difference in Lincoln.

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November 23, 2010 – Childhood Anxieties
Anxiety is a subjective sense of worry, apprehension, fear, and distress and although common, anxiety disorders in children often are overlooked or misjudged, despite them being treatable conditions with good, persistent medical care. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Kendra McCallie visits Not Alone to discuss various aspects of childhood anxiety and address normal levels of anxiety compared to unhealthy or pathologic levels.

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