Collective Index
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Social connection as a key target for youth mental health — Mental Health & Prevention, 2025
A healthy lifestyle is a social lifestyle: The vital link between social connection and health outcomes — Lifestyle Medicine, 2023
Social connection as a critical factor for mental and physical health: evidence, trends, challenges, and future implications — World Psychiatry, 2024
The Role of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Reproductive and Metabolic Health: Overview and Approaches for Treatment — Diabetes Spectrum, 2015
Hormonal alterations in PCOS and its influence on bone metabolism — Journal of Endocrinology, 2017
About Adverse Childhood Experiences — U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Role of Physical Activity on Mental Health and Well-Being: A Review — Cureus Journal of Medical Science, 2023
Genetic, hormonal and metabolic aspects of PCOS: an update — Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology, 2016
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Anti-Recidivism Coalition — Dedicated to transforming the criminal justice system so that it is more just and equitable for all people, ARC provides guidance through In-reach Programs, Support Groups, Housing Assistance, and robust high-quality employment and educational opportunities.
CalAIM: Reentry — Seeking to help people returning to their communities from jail or prison, CalAIM’s Justice-Involved Initiative is designed to better meet the health needs of people leaving incarceration. Services include enrolling eligible people in Medi-Cal before their release from prison, jail, or youth facilities, ensuring connection to physical and behavioral health services, and housing transition navigation.
CalHOPE — A fantastic new California state program providing MH support for youth and families, via two free apps:
BrightLife Kids – MH coaching and resources for parents and youth, ages 0-12
Soluna – The same offerings for teens and young adults, ages 13-25
California Peer-Run Warm Line — Mental Health Association of San Francisco
Social Wellness Toolkit — National Institutes of Health
988 Suicide + Crisis Lifeline Factsheet — 988 Lifeline
Social Awareness: An Introductory Guide — Positive Action
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County of Ventura Human Services Agency — Our VC home for essential programs and resources that support individuals and families in need, including employment assistance, housing support, and access to healthcare and social services. Their Resources and Events include groups related to health, social services, and basic needs that are available for assistance.
Fresh Start Program — This Ventura County Public Defender’s Office program focuses on helping individuals clear their criminal records to improve their chances for employment, housing, and other opportunities. The program assists eligible clients with processes such as expungements, record sealing, and early probation termination.
Ventura County Behavioral Health Access/Crisis Line — This local line provides support for individuals and families in crisis, including their mobile response team. It is the entry point to all VCBH services, with a focus on mental illness, substance use, or both. Should you or a friend need immediate, local next steps, these will be provided by trained MH professionals.
211 Ventura County — Access lists of local resources here, including counseling and support groups. Counseling categories include: Abuse, Addiction, Grief & Loss, LGBTQ+, Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking, Alcohol and Drug Use, Divorce + more
https://211ventura.org/topic/mental-health-substance-use-disorders/
Reentry – The first 72 hours after release are the most critical for people coming out of custody – access their 72 Hour Checklist, probation, and parole assistance
NAMI Ventura County — The National Alliance on Mental Illness’ local office provides support and referrals to services, including counseling, crisis support, and further psychiatric care.
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