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Suicide
SuicideSuicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the US and the 2nd leading cause among people aged 10-34. In 2020 alone, there were an estimated 1.2 million suicide attempts (source: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention). What Causes It Suicide is when...
Spotlight on PDG Therapeutics
Spotlight on PDG TherapeuticsDid you know PDG has a robust counseling practice dedicated to improving mental health across Maryland? PDG Therapeutics has long provided comprehensive, compassionate therapy to children, adults, couples, and families in both individual...
Suicide Lifeline 988
Suicide Lifeline 988Suicide Lifeline 988 Has Launched! Starting this month, those dealing with suicidal ideation or other mental health crisis all across the United States can call 988 to get immediate help from licensed counselors. The new number offers a more...
PDG Receives Three-Year CARF Renewal for Third Time
PDG Receives Three-Year CARF Renewal for Third TimePDG Receives Highest Level of CARF Accreditation for Third Time MILLERSVILLE, MD - Partnership Development Group (PDG, Inc. and PDGRS, Inc.) earned another three-year accreditation from CARF International May...
Mental Health Month: Impactful Influencers
Mental Health Month: Impactful InfluencersMental Health Awareness Month is dedicated to increasing awareness, expanding treatment, and improving the lives of all those dealing with mental illness. In recent years, the #EndtheStigma campaign during this month and...
Early Interventions in Mental Health
Early Interventions in Mental HealthWhile researchers still haven’t determined the exact nature and root cause of behavioral illness, professionals can identify the clear patterns and treatment modalities that have proven results. Early intervention is just one...
Self-Harm
Self-Harm Awareness MonthMarch is Self-Injury (or Self-Harm) Awareness Month! So let’s explore what that means and how you can help. Self-injury is any action that intentionally produces physical self-harm without direct suicidal intent. It affects 2 million people...
Mental Health Statistics Going into 2022
Mental Health Statistics Going into 2022 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year 50% of all lifetime mental illness...
Year in Review: 2021
Year in Review: 20212021: A Look Back Despite the ongoing pandemic-related challenges, PDG saw another successful year in 2021. We served hundreds of consumers and established new traditions for staff and consumers alike. From crab drive-throughs to golden...
Dealing with Loss During the Holidays
Dealing with Loss During the HolidaysThe holidays are a time for relaxation and celebration with our loved ones, when we prioritize good times with family and pump the brakes on work and other obligations. Yet this warm togetherness can break your heart if you’ve...