McLean Hospital

11/11/2025

We showed up. We walked. We connected. The Deconstructing Stigma team, alongside McLean staff, was so proud to join thousands at the recent American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Community Walk in Boston, walking together to challenge the stigma that too often comes with suicidality and suicide loss.

Read our full story and discover how awareness becomes action:
https://deconstructingstigma.org/latest/afsp-walk-2025

11/10/2025

Feeling down as the sun disappears earlier? You're not alone! Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is real, it's treatable, and understanding it is the first step. Explore the science behind SAD and discover proven strategies to reclaim your winter.

Read the guide now:
https://deconstructingstigma.org/guides/seasonal-affective-disorder

11/07/2025

From loneliness to memory loss, older adults face unique challenges that shouldn't be ignored. Understanding these issues is key to healthy aging!

Click below to learn practical ways to support yourself or a loved one.
https://deconstructingstigma.org/guides/older-adult

11/05/2025

This National Stress Awareness Day, remember: Stress is manageable. Whether you're overwhelmed by work, family, or life's challenges, there are proven strategies to help you regain control and peace of mind.

Read more by clicking the link below!
https://deconstructingstigma.org/guides/stress

11/03/2025

Please join us in welcoming Susan Szulewski, MD, MBA, as our new President & Chief Operating Officer at McLean Hospital!

"McLean's legacy is rooted in people. Together, we'll carry that forward, putting you and those we serve always first." — Dr. Szulewski

Here's to the leaders who built McLean into what it is today—and to Dr. Szulewski as we write the next chapter together.

10/29/2025

Struggling with screen time battles on this National Internet Day?

In this quick, 6-minute video, McLean’s Dr. Jacqueline Sperling shares practical strategies for creating a family screen time plan, protecting kids on social media, and building healthy digital habits that stick.

Watch now: https://deconstructingstigma.org/webinar-screen-time

10/27/2025

Strong mental health starts in childhood. In this training, McLean’s Dr. Jacqueline Sperling shares expert guidance to help your kids manage stress, build confidence, and develop lifelong coping skills.

Watch the free training now!
https://deconstructingstigma.org/webinar-kids-thrive

10/23/2025

LGBTQ+ individuals face mental health challenges at higher rates—stigma and discrimination are key factors. Join expert Jeff Day, DNP, for a free training on supporting LGBTQ+ mental well-being and breaking down barriers to care.

December 5 @ 12pm ET.
Register for free today!
https://deconstructingstigma.org/webinar-lgbtq-day

10/21/2025

Mentorship changes lives. Bridgewater State's MENTOR program connects first-gen students with mental health professionals at McLean Hospital, opening doors to careers they might not have accessed otherwise. 💙

Read more:

As a first-generation student, Johanne Barthold, ’25, didn’t have the same roadmap as some of her peers when it came to navigating college.“I never had any examples from anyone who went through this process before,” she said. Johanne (in featured photo) initially started college in her 20’...