Dawn R Metott, LMHC, PLLC

04/22/2025

10/23/2024

"Many people go through short periods when they feel sad or unlike their usual selves. Sometimes, these mood changes begin and end when the seasons change. Many people feel "down" or have the "winter blues" when the days get shorter in the fall and winter and feel better in the spring when longer daylight hours return."

This fact sheet provides information about seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression. It includes a description of SAD, signs and symptoms, how SAD is diagnosed, causes, and treatment options.

09/18/2024

https://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/press-announcements/20240905/biden-harris-administration-kicks-off-national-recovery-month-walk-for-recovery-gallery-of-hope

Today, leaders from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) joined recovery advocates to kick off observance of the 35th National Recovery Month at the secon...

08/26/2024

https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/back-to-school-mental-health-tips-resources-help-youth-thrive-in-out-classroom

As the dog days of summer draw to a sweltering close, many families across the nation are gathering books, binders, and other school supplies in preparation for a return to the classroom. And while the back-to-school season can be an exciting time, it can also be stressful – and even scary – for some young people

As the dog days of summer draw to a sweltering close, many families across the nation are gathering books, binders, and other school supplies in preparation for a return to the classroom. And while the back-to-school season can be an exciting time, it can also be stressful – and even scary – for...