The Final Show
I'd like to thank everyone for the support these past six months. I'm sad to say good-bye, but the podcast never really took off as I hope it would so, for now, it's time for me to bid adieu. Again, thanks to all of my long-term listeners for staying subscribed! I really do appreciate it. (It meant the world to me.) Until we meet again, I bid you good mental health.

Show Notes:
In Robeson County, grade are in but they're not lookin' so good....stick around to hear what I mean. And overseas in England, mental health service cuts are a buzz. Back here in the U.S., Petaluma, CA, residents are celebrating mentoring in a BIG way!
Bookmark of the Week
Tonight's closing music: The Core, Mobius Triplet

Show Notes:
There's a major shake-up of the counseling program in Portland, OR. And in Brunswick, GA, the State is being accused of neglect of the mentally ill. Plus, a list of ten issues affecting children is released....what are they? Stick around.
Bookmark of the week
Tonight's closing music: Hungry Lucy, Shine

Show Notes:
In Vermont, what do impending cuts mean for the Meadows Education Center? And in Fort Lauderdale, it's all about innovation and thinking outside the box when it comes to helping children. Finally, what are the long-term effects on children of physically-abused mothers? Stay tuned for those stories PLUS this week's bookmark of the week!
Tonight's closing music: Blue Arc Quartet, The Thang

Show Notes: Are schools becoming surrogate parents? And in Oregon, the faith communities and mental health professionals gather for a meeting....what about? Stay tuned. Meanwhile, in Rhode Island, is bipolar disorder being diagnosed at a greater percentage in our youth? Plus, this week's website of the week.
Tonight's promo: Heart-and-Music Radio.
Tonight's closing music: KCentric, Lazy Tuesday

Year-End Blowout Special!
Clips from the most listened to/downloaded shows from the first five months of the podcast. Closing music by KCentric, "Woo Who" from podsafe music network or KCentric's website. Enjoy the show and thank you for supporting me in 2005! May 2006 be as wonderful as my listeners have been....I wish all of you good mental health.

Show Notes: Are there differences in child mental health prior to parental divorce versus the actual event? And in Fayetteville, NC, children face their fears with the help of a puppet show. Next, a school community joins forces for a brainstorming session...what's the topic? Take a listen. Plus, this week's featured website of the week! [Tonight's featured music: The Sassy Astronauts]

Show Notes: Coachella Valley residents are "up in arms" about recent incidents involving high school students. And in Wilmington, tobacco awareness is the talk. Meanwhile, DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy) is looked at as a means of treatment for some individuals...who? Tune in to find out. Plus, the ever-popular Website of the Week!

Show notes: The art of storytelling comes to South Mountain Community College. And in Michigan, counselor ratios are all the talk. Meanwhile, the aftermath of Katrina continues to be felt in Slidell, LA. And the Charlottesville School Board proposes changes to local school counseling programs...what changes? Tune in. Plus, the website of the week! (Show ran a bit long this week....sorry. Approx. 22 min.)

Show Notes: A new study sheds light on weight-loss and counseling. In Portland, ME, they're celebrating National Family Week with an emphasis on diversity. Plus, Ireland provides a new training pack for distribution to higher education colleges. Also, SAMHSA releases a report this week concerning school mental health. And, use of antidepressant drugs rose while the use of psychotherapy/counseling declined...what does this mean? Stick around. Plus, this week's Bookmark of the Week!

Show notes: Protecting students is priority #1 in Brevard County School District. And in Indianapolis, anger management training is top priority for conference attendees. Also, the Mississippi House Juvenile Justice Committee meets to discuss better substance abuse and mental health programs. In New Jersey, officials begin to discuss the serious drug-dealing problem in Ashbury Park. Plus, this week's website of the week!

Show Notes: In New York, two York High teens are arrested at their school's dance. And in Pennsylvania, women dealing with PTSD have a place to go. Also, Mississippi is trying to piece together a budget to address the mental health needs of victims of Katrina. Plus, the Gold Star School Counseling Awards are announced in Indiana. Finally, in San Francisco, a hacker defaces a local high school's website. Plus, this week's featured website of the week.

Show notes: Truancy is the issue in Benton, IL. And in Winona, MN, an elementary school counselor speaks her mind. Also, James Madison Middle School in Burlington, IA hosts a 2-hour controversial forum that has people up in arms. Plus, this week's featured Bookmark of the Week. And our first podcast promo from another podcaster!

Shownotes: Should under performing teachers be fired? And is all bad behavior truly bad or is there more to it? There are some red hot issues being debated in the San Mateo-Foster City school board race. Finally, Lafayette Parish School District continues with the aftermath of Katrina. Plus, this week's Bookmark of the Week.

Show Notes: Are Katrina teens' needs being overlooks? Plus, are academic institutions changing their opinions on play therapy? And what should be a part of your first-line of therapy for teens with depression & anxiety? Finally, six Saratoga Springs High School juniors and seniors get suspended....for what? You'll have to listen to the podcast. And, as always, this week's featured Bookmark of the Week!

Show notes: Ever wonder how to live in the Now? Find out how. And in Polk County School District, the focus is on addressing peer pressure. Meanwhile, the Toledo Catholic Diocese was accused of failing to live up to its promises this week. And students at Highland Acres in North Dakota learn a valuable lesson from Police Youth Bureau liaison Travis Rau. Plus, this week's featured "Website of the Week".

Show Notes: Love In Action is at it again! And in Ohio, some schools will be starting a new mental health program. Meanwhile, in Wisconsin the talk is about cuts in school counseling. Finally, learn about a new form of therapy--brain music therapy. And find out this week's Bookmark of the Week!

Shownotes: Allegations against New York teachers have doubled over the past five years. Why? And is new age medicine an effective form of treatment for drug abuse? Educators: listen up! Is it important to invite parents into the classroom? Finally, a new feature to the podcast--Bookmark of the Week! Enjoy the podcast.

Show Notes: Pet therapy comes to two Wisconsin hospitals. How effective is this form of therapy? Over in Ireland, psychiatrists are calling for major improvements...why? Also, an Indiana family sues their school district over a matter of consent. And how many of you have ever heard of 'Dignity Therapy'? Finally, bullying takes center stage in Massachusetts.

Show Notes: Torrance State Hospital hosts a Behavioral Health Leadership Forum. Hear what the buzz around it is. And what are schools doing to address the needs of the student body when a former student dies? Finally, Sterling High educates their Freshmen in an innovative way. Stay tuned.

Show Notes: Teen pregnancy is on the uprise. What's being done to address this issue? Also, there's a new approach to treating bipolar disorder, but does it really work? And telephone administration of psychotherapy...does it really help patients with MS suffering from depression? Find-A-Therapist puts the call out. What for...stick around. And finally, what are the barriers to public mental health treatment after a disaster?

Show Notes: * Truancy is at issue in Richmond schools. What are they doing to address this problem? * Vermont changes it's shackling policy of children being transported for mental health reviews. What's the new policy? * Auburn University pulls together during Hurricane Katrina.

Podcast #4 show notes: Research shows the dropout rate in psychotherapy to be about 50%…what can be done about that? And in Hawaii, were five suicides in the past year connected to the leadership of the state adult mental-health department? Also, do animals REALLY experience psychological and emotional issues? You’ll wanna stay tuned for this. In Baton Rouge, they’re shaking things up with the district's school counseling program. Finally, in my home state of Wisconsin, we’re number one! For what? (listen to the show)

Podcast #3 Shownotes: * Are mental health professional more likely to be stalked than the general public. * Does reparative therapy really work? * In Oregon, the Governor signs a mental health parity law. * Massachusetts considers mandatory counseling for troops. * A Pinellas school bus driver notices some commotion behind her the first week of school. What's the commotion? You'll wanna listen to find out. * Today's intro artist (brought to you through Creative Commons) is Artemis. Enjoy the show!

Show notes for podcast #2: * If you have theme music you'd like to submit, feel free to do so. * Is President Bush back peddling on his gang policy? * A timely Back To School article for parents. * More kids out there are getting multiple drugs for their mental ills. * Over in Baltimore, three city schools are facing a lawsuit. * The Indianapolis Star releases the findings of a youth drug and alcohol use study. My Odeo Channel (odeo/67519aaa6a548416)

Welcome to G News Central Podcast! I'm brand new to this thing called podcasting, and I'm really excited to be trying it out. I've been on the other side of it for some time now, and thought I'd give it a go myself. A bit about myself and my podcast. I'm a school counselor here in Wisconsin. I love counseling and I love working with computers. Some podcasts I listen to include: TWiT, Diggnation, The MacCast, KFI Airchecks (w/Leo LaPorte), podCast 411, Security Now!, The Educational Mac, Hot Springs Jazzfest, Lost River Music Project, Red Raspus Radio and Jazzin Around. In my spare time, I attempt to maintain the website I built Mr. D's Guidance and Technology Home Page. If the audio sounds a bit rough in my first few podcasts, please forgive me...I'm new at this and learning how to edit as I go along. Enjoy! Stories in the first podcast include: * Are Tom Cruise's latests comments negatively affecting the mental health community? * We will take a look at the latest suicide stats in the American Indian community and compare them to the national average. * What do you do if the anti-depressant you are taking doesn't work? * In Wisconsin, the Dept. of Public Instruction released the results of the 3rd Grade Reading Test. * Love in Action International is at it again in Tennessee. * Are dogs beneficial in the therapy environment? * In Virginia, are high school counselors being put out of business? * California parents are fed up with bullying and take action. * We'll wrap things up in North Carolina where they're looking to add more mental health services to the schools. I'm looking to add some theme music to the podcast. If you have any you'd like to submit, feel free to do so.