WVSA ARTs Connection Exhibition Opening: “Vital (A)(R)(T)”

WHAT:  WVSA continues its 3rd Thursday series this month in collaboration with National Network of Depression Centers for the exhibition and opening reception of “Vital (A)(R)(T)” at WVSA’s ARTiculate Gallery. This event is free, open to the public and directly supports local Washington, DC artists and youth.

WHO:   WVSA ARTs connection

WHEN:  Thursday, May 20th from 5:30 to 7:30pm

WHERE:  WVSA’s ARTiculate Gallery
        1100 16th St. NW at the corner of 16th and L Streets

BACKGROUND:

WVSA ARTs connection is pleased to announce the next events in its 3rd Thursdays series.

• More about May’s 3rd Thursday: “Vital (A)(R)(T)” is an exhibition organized by the National Network of Depression Centers (NNDC), serving to highlight the public discourse about depression, bipolar illness and other mood disorders by utilizing art. Many of the artists featured in this exhibition have either lived with depression or have experienced the disasters of mental illness through family or other members of society. Themes in “Vital (A)(R)(T)” reflect the diversity of these experiences, presenting a message of hope and recovery. Through this exhibition, WVSA ARTs connection and NNDC seek to amplify such diverse voices, which often go unheard due to the stigma and debilitating effects of mental illness.

• The National Network of Depression Centers is a non-profit organization comprised of 16 leading depression centers and academic medical centers dedicated to advancing research, treatment and public education regarding depression and bipolar disorder.
   

ABOUT:
WVSA ARTs Connection (WVSA) is a unique non-profit organization providing multiple creative environments, opportunities, and experiences for children and adults through arts-infused educational and vocational programs.

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National Network of Depression Centers Announces Passage of Important Mental Health Legislation
 
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – A major step was taken in the fight against depression. The National Network of Depression Centers (NNDC) is proud to announce the passage of the ENHANCED Act of 2009 as part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (H.R. 3590), on March 21, 2010. The ENHANCED Act will establish national “centers of excellence” for the treatment of depression and bipolar disorders.

This is an historic event for those afflicted with depression and the nearly 1 in 5 Americans who suffer from mood disorders. The passage of the ENHANCED Act means the establishment of the first federally funded network of centers specializing in the treatment of depressive disorders, and a new era of mental health treatment effectiveness and availability.

 
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ENHANCED Act of 2009
Oct 2009. Bill to establish national “centers of excellence” for the treatment of depression and bipolar disorders, introduced in both the House and Senate.  The legislation, known as the “ENHANCED Act,” would:

• Create a national network for developing up to 30 depression “centers of excellence” to increase access to the most appropriate and evidence-based depression care.
• Develops evidence-based treatment standards, clinical guidelines, and protocols to improve accurate and timely diagnosis of depression and bipolar disorders.
• Expands multidisciplinary, translational, and patient-oriented research by fostering the collaboration of academic and community-based service centers.
• Establishes a sustainable national resource for public and professional education and training, to advance knowledge and eradicate the stigma associated with depression and mood disorders.

 
Johns Hopkins University to host 23rd Annual Mood Disorders Symposium
Johns Hopkins University is hosting the 23rd Annual Mood Disorders Research/Education Symposium, on April 28 and 29th, 2009.  
This year’s symposium “Advancement Through Collaboration”  will feature the following speakers from the National Network of Depression Centers: John F. Greden, M.D., Founding Chair, NNDC & Executive Director, University of Michigan Mood Disorders Center. Frank V. deGruy III, M.D., Chair, Department of Family Medicine, University of Colorado Denver & Treasures, NNDC. Kay R. Jamison, Ph.D., Co-Director, Johns Hopkins Mood Disorders Center, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. James B. Potash, M.D., M.P.H., Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
 
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Depression on College Campuses (DoCC) hosted by University of Michigan Depression Center. 
Join us to explore new research findings and discuss innovative strategies for identifying and treating depression across student identity groups. The conference will feature a choice of intensive three-hour workshops in addition to keynote presentations, panel discussions, and concurrent sessions. Including a workshop featuring NNDC Intervention Dissemination Task Group Leader Amy Kilbourne, PhD, MPH.
Life Goals Collaborative Care: A Self Management/Care Management Intervention for Bipolar Disorder. Amy Kilbourne, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Michigan Medical School
 
Questions? Please contact Trish Meyer, Depression Center Program Manger for Outreach & Education, at (734) 763-7495 or click here for more information.
 
 
 
                
General Information
For general inquiries about the National Network of Depression Centers, call 734-332-3914 or email nndc@nndc.org.