Emotional Health

A packet of naloxone, also known as Narcan, as part of a harm reduction kit distributed by the Tulsa Health Department.

Health Department rolls out ‘harm reduction’ kits to help curb overdoses, spread hope

Ben Abrams

The kits include naloxone, a life-saving drug that can reverse opioid overdoses, and messages of hope from elementary school students.

"Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness" (Encore)

"[This book takes] an engrossing look at why relationships matter, featuring an unprecedented abundance of data to back it up." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"The Anxious Achiever: Turn Your Biggest Fears into Your Leadership Superpower"

"If you are a high achiever and you know -- you just know -- that you could achieve even more and be happier if you could wrestle your anxiety to the ground, this is your playbook.... Well-researched, highly practical, searingly candid, and deeply empathic." -- Whitney Johnson, author of "Smart Growth"

A newly issued report documents how difficult it can be to access mental health providers through private insurance here in Oklahoma

We offer a discussion of this new report with the executive director of the Healthy Minds Policy Initiative, a Tulsa-based nonprofit.

LIFE Senior Services breaks ground on its recently announced Roma Berry Center for Seniors

The official groundbreaking for this new facility -- to be located in midtown Tulsa, near 51st and Sheridan -- happened this morning.

"The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness"

"Perfect for readers of Arthur Brooks, Daniel Pink, Angela Duckworth, and other writers who delve into how to fashion prosperous, fulfilling lives. [This book takes] an engrossing look at why relationships matter, featuring an unprecedented abundance of data to back it up." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Hospice of Green Country will soon offer an online event with the founder and director of The International Doulagivers Institute

Susanne O'Brien, RN, is an international speaker, a bestselling author, and a pioneer in the End-of-Life Doula Movement.

"Every 90 Seconds: Our Common Cause Ending Violence Against Women"

"DePrince reveals in this remarkable book that each act of violence against a woman reverberates throughout society. Drawing on her years of experience as a scientist and advocate, DePrince lays out a roadmap to end violence against women." -- Jennifer Joy Freyd, Founder and President of the Center for Institutional Courage

"This Is Your Brain on Food" (Encore)

"In this charming, extraordinary, and riveting guide to nutritional psychiatry, Dr. Naidoo shares her deep personal insights, broad research findings, and profound wisdom. [This book] is destined to be a must-read for anyone who wants to care for themselves and their body." -- Dr. Lynda Gratton, co-author of "The 100-Year Life"

Getting to know the Healthy Minds Policy Initiative

Funded by The Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation, this statewide initiative launched in 2019.