Why do some individuals experience more positive health outcomes than others? The answer lies not only in genetics, personal choices, or luck, but rather a complex mix of factors within the circumstances of a person’s life. Though an individual may do all the “right things” to stay healthy, such as getting regular check-ups and eating well, conditions in one’s external…
In this day and age, self-care and mindfulness are often be the last thing on many of our minds. One of the reasons many of us shy away from practicing self-care is a misunderstanding of what it is – it isn’t only limited to warm baths or binge watching a TV show. True self-care comes from organizational systems that are…
This April, the Social Policy Institute is celebrating exciting milestones , including the announcement of our San Diego HOPE Training Hub, upcoming CEAL Spring Symposium and Webinars, and a new Service, Access, and Equity (SAE) project through the California Department of Developmental Services. We also join partners and communities in the national recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month by highlighting…