
Each week a quote is shared for your consideration. Some quotes might offer comfort, hope, a challenge, a chuckle, or inspiration. You may or may not agree with the quote, but it is offered simply to help you reflect and ponder.
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
- Eleanor Roosevelt
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
This week’s recommended Health and Wellness Activity
MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE USE, AND NURSING ARTICLES
A Deadly Love Affair with a Chatbot (opens new window)
Sewell Setzer was a happy child - before he fell in love with a chatbot and took his own life at 14. His mother has now filed a lawsuit against the most powerful company in the world. Read more (opens new window)
Why the World of Mental Health is Changing (opens new window)
The world of mental health is undergoing a quiet revolution—one that is shaking the foundations of how we understand psychological suffering and what it means to live a full and meaningful life. The era of syndromal diagnosis, based on latent disease categories, is slowly fading, and something far more personal, precise, and human is emerging in its place. Read more (opens new window)
Mental Health AI Chatbot Rivals Human-Based Therapy in Less Time (opens new window)
A generative artificial intelligence (Gen-AI)–powered therapy chatbot known as Therabot was associated with significant reductions in several mental health conditions, including major depressive disorder (MDD).
Developed by members of the investigative team, Therabot is a mobile app that allows users to interact with a digital presence they understand is not a real person. Using user prompts and conversation history, the chatbot delivers tailored dialogue, including empathetic responses and targeted questions. Read more (opens new window)
Three U.S. health surveys indicated increasing prevalence of poor mental health (opens new window) from 2011 to 2022. (JAMA Network Open). The FDA is reviewing whether investigational suzetrigine (opens new window) -- billed as a nonaddictive opioid alternative -- should be approved for acute pain. (Washington Post) Read more (opens new window)
MFP/ANA ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS
"What began as a vision earlier this year has blossomed into reality - a private practice created specifically to address the structural stigma affecting our intersecting communities. As a PhD student with limited time and resources, I couldn't have done this alone. The power of community made it possible. From the elders who shared their wisdom and resources to my dearest Grandma whose angelic memory continues to guide me - your support has been invaluable."
Decoding the Code: Provision 3
Become a stronger advocate for your patients' rights, health, and safety. Enroll in the Decoding the Code: Provision 3 online CNE course and take your ethical leadership to the next level. Start learning now (opens new window)!





Season 5 of Mental Health Trailblazers: Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up Premieres April 28!
After a stimulating Season 4 celebrating 50 Years – Reflect and Project, Mental Health Trailblazers: Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up! the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association’s podcast is returning with Season 5, bringing fresh conversations and bold insights into the future of mental health care.
This season’s theme, "Nurse the Future: Advancing Care for Youth, Families & Communities," will shine a spotlight on the behavioral health needs of children, youth, and their families from underserved communities. Through compelling interviews and expert discussions, we’ll explore innovative strategies to address the growing mental health crisis among young people and their caregivers, tackle challenges in access to care, and uplift the role of psychiatric nurses as trailblazers in the field.
Season 5 will feature a dynamic lineup of guests, including leaders in mental health research, policymakers, frontline psychiatric nurses, and current MFP fellows and alumni, all sharing their expertise and experiences in advancing responsive care for all.
Plus, nurses can earn FREE Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credits for listening to the podcast! Each episode offers valuable insights that contribute to professional development while keeping nurses at the forefront of behavioral health advancements.
Details on securing free CNE credits for Season 3 are included in each episode description - (Click to know more (opens new window))
Season 4 CNE credits are available: Click here (opens new window)
Don’t miss the premiere! Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform or visit emfp.org (opens new window) for updates. Follow us on social media for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes conversations.
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Podcast Throwback: Our very first episode - Four years later, even more riveting! - Listen Now (opens new window)
We are thrilled to welcome you to the MFP/ANA Mobile App, a platform designed to connect Alumni like yourself in a mobile network of support and collaboration. Whether you are looking to share experiences, seek advice, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, this app is here to facilitate meaningful interactions within our community.
As an Alumni, your unique perspective and expertise are valuable assets that contribute to the richness of our network. We encourage you to explore the various features of the app, participate in discussions, and engage with fellow members to make the most of your experience. Together, we can create a supportive and empowering environment where ideas thrive and connections flourish.
To Connect:
- Use this link (opens new window) to access the community and create an account.
- Complete the 4 brief items to get the most out of the mobile app community including:
- Fill out your profile
- Introduce yourself
- Adjust your notifications so you know when things are happening
- Download the mobile app!
Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will make within the MFP/ANA Mobile App community.


“What happens when you become an MFP Fellow?
You have your finger on the pulse of the community. You are able now to discern, decipher, where we are being marginalized. You now have a skill set because you are paired with a mentor who can guide you through the process. Whereas when we came along without MFP, you didn’t have that. You were alone… [The MFP] opened that door for us to know that there was help out there, there was support for us - not only to become better educated, but also to be influencers.”
- Dr Linda Washington-Brown
Listen to the full episode here (opens new window) and earn FREE CNE Credits!