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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 18h

Day and night, mobile crisis outreach teams crisscross Salt Lake County, supporting people in mental health crises and saving lives. Settle in to read their stories now: bit.ly/4rJikyR

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Our 5th annual Mental Health, Brain, and Behavioral Science research day left us feeling inspired, optimistic, and in awe of the research happening on our campus. Brett Graham, President of the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, shares why events like this matter.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

What if you were absolutely certain something was true, but no one else believed you? Tyler Durns, MD, explains how to recognize delusional disorder and when to seek help here: bit.ly/3VbymWd @uofuhealth.bsky.social

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

What happens when care is closer to home? We are training the next generation of mental health providers in the communities that need them most, helping more people get support sooner. Read how this work is making a difference bit.ly/4x9riHU

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

A reminder for Mental Health Awareness Month, and every month 💚 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Get ready to explore our 2025 Annual Report! Discover inspiring stories of innovation, impact, and community connections. Follow us to stay updated and be the first to get the link!

The cover of a report titled "A Blueprint for Hope: 2025 Report to Our Community" from Huntsman Mental Health Institute at The University of Utah. The background features abstract technical drawings and symbols.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Becker's Healthcare: Inside Huntsman’s hybrid model boosting social worker capacity sixfold bit.ly/4tEwlhe

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

The Doctor Is Not In - But The Chatbot Is Chatbots that offer mental health support are in millions of people's pockets — the question is no longer whether to regulate them but whether we can regulate them while protecting vulnerable users. bit.ly/3PXrcCe @sci.utah.edu

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Nearly 500 scientists, engineers, and innovators were elected as 2025 AAAS - The American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellows, including our very own Hilary Coon, PhD. bit.ly/3NVSQ1V #HuntsmanMentalhealth #MentalHealthResearch

This image contains a congratulatory announcement for Hilary Coon, PhD, elected as a 2025 AAAS Fellow by the Council of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The announcement emphasizes recognition for contributions in research, leadership, or mentorship. A close-up photo shows a person smiling with a display of brain scans in the background. Logos for Huntsman Mental Health Institute and the University of Utah Health appear at the bottom.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Crisis Care Center's opening! We are so grateful to our community, who have trusted us with their care over the past year. It's a privilege to do the work we do. Here are a few stats to sum up our first year of care at the center.

A modern building with large windows surrounded by landscaped gardens featuring pathways and circular designs. A text box states, "9,500+ individuals received for crisis stabilization within first year of operation." Logos for Huntsman Mental Health Institute and University of Utah Health are displayed at the bottom.

A landscaped garden with spiral stone pathways and small plants. A red overlay reads, "6,301 days of inpatient care provided," along with logos for Huntsman Mental Health Institute and University of Utah Health.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

“Many environmental factors have been associated with short-term suicide risk, but very little has been done to consider what’s happening in a mixture.” -Amanda Bakian, PhD Learn more: bit.ly/4bJ8Vjs @uofuhealth.bsky.social @uuhsresearch.bsky.social

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Huntsman Mental Health Institute is proud to announce the publication of a pioneering framework designed to ensure AI systems used in health care are developed and deployed ethically, transparently, and with patient equity at the forefront. bit.ly/4rWwbR7

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

To the social workers who show up, stand strong, and keep believing—you make the world brighter. #SocialWorkMonth #HuntsmanMentalHealth

A quote card featuring a person in a hospital setting with a focus on hands. Text reads: "I've always wanted to be a social worker, since I was a child. I like to see the faces of people when they have conquered their fears or a goal. I believe all human beings deserve to live a good life." - Rosie Guzman, Social Worker at the Farmington Outpatient Clinic. Logos of Huntsman Mental Health Institute and University of Utah Health at the bottom.

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Huntsman Cancer Institute @huntsmancancer.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

The words we use around cancer shape how people see themselves and their experience. We encourage language that honors each person’s values, reduces stigma, avoids blame, and supports emotional healing. Dr. Kevin Byrne explains why this matters: bit.ly/4l8x3QC @uofuhmhi.bsky.social

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day! Life has its ups, downs, and everything in between, but through it all, choosing to love yourself is what makes the biggest difference. #Love #UofU #HuntsmanMentalHealthInstitute

The image shows two individuals holding signs that spell "YOURSELF" in front of a large red sculpture that reads "LOVE." To the right is a banner for Huntsman Mental Health Institute, University of Utah Health. The setting is an outdoor area with mulch and a building in the background.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Early results are in! Dr. Warren Pettine is developing an AI tool to improve research reproducibility. VERA reads machine‑learning papers and automatically reruns their experiments to verify the results. Exciting progress! #Research #AI #HuntsmanMentalHealthInstitute

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Healthcare is personal. It’s complex. It’s meaningful. And none of it happens alone. Healthcare Stories invites you to pause, reflect, and connect through moments of vulnerability, resilience, and shared humanity bit.ly/4nlJCZi

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Tuesday marked the 10-year anniversary of SafeUT. The program has become so successful, Representative Steve Eliason told KSL NewsRadio, he has been working with Senator John Curtis on taking this technology national. bit.ly/45VeGIw

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Yesterday we celebrated 10 years of SafeUT! The life-saving successes in the past ten years include: - 203,340 chats - 80,658 tips - 2,760 emergency interventions - 329,642 app downloads Learn more: bit.ly/4sYx11p @uofuhealth.bsky.social

Utah Attorney General Derek Brown is delivering a speech at a podium with informational banners about SafeUT in the background

Three promotional banners displayed on stands, each featuring a portrait of an individual associated with the Safe UT program, with text excerpts describing their contributions or roles.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute Chief Administrative Officer Dave Eldredge speaking at a microphone during an event, wearing a blue suit and red tie.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

As we honor Dr. King's legacy, we commit to advocating for care that is fair, accessible, and just for every community. ✨ #MLK #HealthEquity #JusticeInHealthcare

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Trigger Warning: Suicide About half of those who die by suicide have no documented prior thoughts or behaviors. Learn more from Hilary Coon, PhD: bit.ly/49fwyQs

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Can psychedelics transform mental health care? Ben Lewis, MD, joins Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West to discuss the promise of psychedelic-assisted therapy for substance use and beyond. 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/4aTf1ic #MentalHealth

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Behavioral health is chronically underfunded. Huntsman Mental Health Institute, Sorenson Impact Institute & U of U CTSI Health Economics Core teamed up to quantify the socioeconomic impact of behavioral health care. See the findings: bit.ly/3KBs2SX

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Wishing you a season of peace, hope, and healing.

Promotional image from Huntsman Mental Health Institute featuring a holiday message from Brett Graham, Interim CEO. The message discusses resilience, hope, and healing during challenging times, and expresses wishes for peace, strength, and renewal in the year ahead. The background is in shades of red with white text.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Thrilled to see Nina de Lacy, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, in this incredible group of scholars and researchers!

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Grateful people are healthy people. Practicing gratitude slows the effects of neurodegeneration and leads to decreased inflammation and lower blood pressure. Learn more about the power of gratitude from Kristin Francis, MD, here: bit.ly/49thH5r

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Quote about the benefits of practicing gratitude on brain health by Kristin Francis, MD, mentioning its positive impacts on dopamine and serotonin levels.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Remember to be gentle with yourself and use self-compassion today, and every day. #InternationalSurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

When life won’t give you a straight answer, stress can take over your body, your mood, and your decisions. Psychiatrist Dr. Jason Hunziker joins this episode of The Scope podcast to dig into why uncertainty hits differently—and what to do when it does. bit.ly/49hS2wG

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

We want to express our gratitude this Veterans Day to those who served and continue to serve. We are always here to help if you are struggling. Call us at 801-583-2500 or call/text 988 at any time. #VeteransDay

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Benjamin Lewis, MD, recently joined "The Last Show" podcast to discuss his study on the use of psilocybin to reduce burnout among healthcare workers. Listen now 🎙️ 🎧 bit.ly/3L7Sq6Q

Benjamin Lewis, MD, smiling in front of a brick wall with text about his podcast appearance on "The Last Show," discussing a new psilocybin study.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Frontline healthcare workers struggling with depression after the COVID-19 pandemic experienced significant relief during a supervised clinical trial, from a treatment combining psilocybin group therapy with mindfulness training. bit.ly/3WT41Jr

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Spotted! A Huntsman Mental Health sticker on the mailbox at the top of Deseret Peak. Thanks to Rep. Steve Eliason and his son for the photos 😀

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Research Day is a time for learning, discovery, collaboration, and innovation!

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

This is more than a conference; it's a hub for innovation and translation! Mental Health, Brain & Behavioral Science Research Day 2025 Friday, October 3, 2025 | 9 AM - 3 PM Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House | bit.ly/3TM2EuI

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Brent Kious, MD, Ph.D., recently spoke with Bryanna Moore, Ph.D., HEC-C, to discuss AI-based digital mental health platforms. Read Dr. Kious' thoughtful and insightful answers from this timely @psychologytoday.com‬ interview here bit.ly/45F4vrM

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 11/08/2025

As students begin to move onto campus this week and school begins next week, @uofuhmhi.bsky.social has some pointers on how to mentally prepare for the new academic year. Plus, how can you tell the difference between normal stress and something more serious?

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Prepare your mind for the move to campus - @theU

How can you tell the difference between normal stress and something more serious?

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Julie Kiefer @julieckiefer.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Fruit flies on cocaine could help reveal the biology of addiction + better therapies for cocaine use disorder, which affects 1.5 million Americans @uofuhmhi.bsky.social @uuhsresearch.bsky.social Below: Movement of sober flies, on low-dose cocaine, on high-doses healthcare.utah.edu/newsroom/new...

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

University of Utah Health researchers Nina de Lacy, Michael Ramshaw, & Wai Yin Lam have developed an open-source software toolkit that uses Explainable AI to predict whether individuals will develop progressive & chronic diseases before symptoms appear bit.ly/3YnKvpP

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University of Utah Researchers Develop Explainable AI Toolkit to Predict Disease Before Symptoms Appear

Researchers have developed RiskPath an open source software toolkit that uses Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) to predict whether individuals will develop progressive and chronic diseases yea...

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Autism prevalence among eight-year-old Utah children remains steady at approximately one in 37, according to a new study from the CDC Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network in collaboration with several University of Utah Health scientists healthcare.utah.edu/press-releas...

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Autism Prevalence in Utah Remains Steady, Lower than Nation: Report

Autism rates among Utah’s children remain steady and below the national average, according to new CDC data. The report highlights key demographic trends, early diagnosis progress, and Utah’s ongoing e...

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Huntsman Mental Health Foundation @hmhf.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

💚 Breaking Barriers: Seeking Help for Mental Health 💚 A powerful documentary sharing real stories of resilience, hope, and the impact of mental health on people from all walks of life. Don’t miss its premiere on @ksl5tv.bsky.social this Sunday, April 6. #MentalHealthMatters#BreakingBarriers

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Taylor Randall, UofU President @uofupresident.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Celebrating a milestone for mental health care in Utah, with the grand opening of the U of U Health, Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social Kem and Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Care Center. healthcare.utah.edu/press-releas...

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute Opens Utah’s First Comprehensive Crisis Care Center

Huntsman Mental Health Institute opens the Kem and Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Care Center, Utah’s first comprehensive crisis care facility. The Center offers 24/7 crisis support, inpatient c...

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Understanding the intricate causes of suicide, like genetics, childhood adversity, and social determinants, is key to prevention - Dr. J John Mann from @columbiauniversity.bsky.social enlightened us at last week's #GrandRounds

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Julie Kiefer @julieckiefer.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Research in fruit flies @uofuhmhi.bsky.social @uuhsresearch.bsky.social has found specific brain signals and groups of cells involved in alcohol-induced insomnia. This work could ultimately help people recover from alcohol use disorder. healthcare.utah.edu/press-releas...

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Research in Fruit Flies Pinpoints Brain Pathways Involved in Alcohol-Induced Insomnia

The research could ultimately lead to targeted treatments for alcohol-related sleep loss, helping people recover from alcohol use disorder.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute @uofuhmhi.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

We're thrilled to announce that our very own Dr. Kristi Kleinschmit has been elected to the prestigious American College of Psychiatrists! This accomplishment is a testament to her profound skills and esteemed reputation within the psychiatry field. #psychiatry #ACP #leadership

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Love, Your Mind @loveyourmind.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

Being your best means taking care of your mind. That’s why #AtlantaFalcons and @UGAFootball.bsky.social are encouraging fans to prioritize their mental health. For resources on how to look after your mind, visit LoveYourMindToday.org. #LoveYourMind, from Ad Council & #HuntsmanMentalHealth.

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