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Pilot program bringing mental health care into Sioux Falls schools shows early success

By Jodi Schwan | May 4, 2026

“We believe this could be a blueprint for the future success of kids.”

Recovering from mental health challenges: Ask for help

By Submitted | December 2, 2022

During the worst of her mental illness, she couldn’t shake thoughts that her family would be better off without her. Now in recovery, she’s sharing her story to help others.

Patient finds help for severe depression with ECT

By Submitted | April 11, 2022

“I don’t want to go back to the dark space.” When other approaches don’t work, this can bring relief to those suffering depression.

Staying sober: Those in recovery say it has been their toughest year ever

By Patrick Lalley | July 21, 2021

Connection is a universal tenet of addiction recovery. Whether it’s alcohol or the various chemical substances used to dull reality, a frequent thread is isolation, a way to stay in one place that feels better […]

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