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Miracle Has a Monster
Emily Metheny (Student)
A children's SEL picture book and full classroom curriculum for anxiety management. Externalizes anxiety into a relatable "monster" character with five structured lesson plans covering breathing techniques, grounding, and supportive self-talk.
Living with PCOS: A Teen's Guide
Dr. Sahitya Kommuru (Student)
A 32-page medical guidebook bridging clinical expertise with patient advocacy. Explains diagnostic criteria, insulin resistance, and treatment options with practical tracking tools and appointment prep guides.
Unlocking More
Alison Wintermute (Student)
A middle-grade fantasy-adventure (ages 7–12) where characters transform perceived weaknesses into collaborative strengths. Advocates for Natural Freeplay as mental health intervention. 400-book institutional pre-order through Pierce Cedar Creek Institute.
ABC's for Our New World (Edu. Ed.)
Art Fuller
An educational edition ABC book for a new generation of readers. Currently pending professional review.
College Student Mental Health Conversations: Research, Importance, and Non-Clinical Solutions
Art Fuller
Analysis of how peer-to-peer conversations serve as the primary mental health support pathway for college students, with 48-54% citing friend conversations as influential in seeking care—more than trusted adults.
•70% of college students tell a friend they're struggling BEFORE telling anyone else
•48-54% of students say friend conversations influenced their willingness to seek professional care
Behavioral Health vs. Mental Health: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters
Art Fuller
In-depth analysis clarifying the distinction between mental health and behavioral health, exploring clinical implications, policy significance, and why the shift toward comprehensive behavioral health represents fundamental evolution in wellness conceptualization.
•Behavioral health is broader than mental health - it includes mental health, substance use, lifestyle factors, and social determinants
•50% of individuals with substance use disorders also experience mental health conditions - integrated treatment is essential
Behavioral Health Literacy: Current Research, Importance, and Critical Areas for Improvement
Art Fuller
Comprehensive review of behavioral health literacy research demonstrating its critical role in reducing stigma, improving treatment outcomes, and advancing health equity across diverse populations.
•Mental health literacy interventions produce sustained improvements with effect sizes of d = 0.48 for literacy, d = 0.30 for stigmatizing attitudes, even after 5 months
•Up to 70% of individuals needing mental health treatment fail to access services - literacy interventions can close this gap
Perceptions With Impact: A Qualitative Study of African American College Students and Their Perceptions of Possible Careers in Behavioral Health
Arthur L. Fuller, Jr.
Art Fuller's doctoral dissertation examining how African American college students perceive behavioral health careers and the factors influencing their career decision-making processes.
•The Definition Gap: Most students could not define 'behavioral health' before education, creating a foundational literacy barrier
•Latent Capacity Model: Once given clear definitions, students demonstrated sophisticated understanding and reasoning about the field
CCBHC Career Pathways Guide
Comprehensive guide to the 13 career categories in Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics.
Behavioral Health Workforce Summer Internship
Paid summer internship program for undergraduates interested in behavioral health careers.
$15/hour + stipend