The Mail-Journal, Volume 26, Number 34, Milford, Kosciusko County, 7 October 1987 — Page 14

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., October 7,1M7

I llKi LJHSjL it BANNER IS PASSED — Lions Immediate Past District Governor William Bridenthrall of Warsaw and 25-G’s District Governor S. Glenn Yoder, Millersburg, are shown at the organization's annual Banner Night held at Wakarusa Saturday. The two men are shown with the district banner which is displayed by the district governor’s home club. The banner was passed on Saturday from the Warsaw club to the Millersburg club. James Cameron, Urbana, candidate for international director from the state of Indiana, was the speaker at the event. Yoder is one of eight district governors serving the Lions clubs of the state of Indiana. District 25-G is made up of the seven counties in the northcentral part of the state of Indiana.

Easter Seals conference set

The Indiana Easter Seal Society will hold its 48th Annual Meeting and State Conference on Use coffee jars Avoid such “pantry pests” as weevils or beetles by transferring all dry foods — cereals, crackers, flour, etc. — into clean, airtight containers. Large coffee jars are excellent for smaller packaged foods.

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Saturday, Oct. 10. Easter Seal volunteers from throughout Indiana will meet at the Sheraton Northeast, Northeast 1-465 and Pendleton Pike, Indianapolis. The society will announce its 1987 Volunteer of the Year during the conference. The conference will begin with the House of Delegates’ meeting. During the meeting, chaired by Bob Steffe of Jasper, new members to tho society’s

24-member Board of Directors will be elected. Nancy Dowden, Bloomington, Indiana Easter Seal Board President will preside over the award’s luncheon at 12:30 and Richard W. Harris, coordinator of Handicapped services, Ball State University, will be the guest speaker.

Mental illness recovery is a reality

Mental illness is a reality for some 29.4 million Americans who will suffer from a mental or emotional disorder or substance abuse addiction in any given six months. During Mental Illness Awareness Week, Oct. ,4-10, the Bowen Center, Warsaw, points out recovery is also a reality: • Nine in 10 stricken with major depression or anxiety can recover • Seven in 10 suffering manic depression can return to normal lives • Five in 10 with schizophrenia can improve; one in four can recover. The Bowen Center, along with other members of the National Council of Community Mental Health Centers, is joining with other national mental health organizations in observing the

Mental Illness Awareness Week

The week of October 4-11 has been designated by the National Alliance for the Mentally 11l and the American Psychiatric Association as “Mental Illness Awareness Week.” In observation of this occurrence, it is proper to review some of the myths and facts surrounding mental illness. Myth 1: Mental illness does not affect the average person. In truth, no one is immune from this disorder. The National Institute of Mental Health has learned one in five Americans has some form of mental illness in any given six-month period. For men, the most frequent disorders are alcohol and drug abuse, phobias and despondency; women suffer most frequently from the disorders of phobias, major depressive episodes, despondency and obsessivecompulsive problems. Suicides by persons under the age of 36 increased markedly between 1958 and 1982, and are the third leading cause of death for this age group. Myth 2: Children do not get mental illness. In reality, some 12 million children in the United States suffer form diagnosable psychiatric disorders such as depression, attention deficit disorders, pervasive developmental ailments and conduct disorders. These and other disorders can be accurately diagnosed and treated with individual and/or family therapy and, in some cases, medications. Myth 3: People never recover from mental illness. Actually, nearly eight in 10 persons with mental illness can effectively return to normal, productive lives if they receive appropriate treatment. While learning about various mental il-

“ Mental Illness Awareness Week is set aside to help people learn more about disorders that afflict one out of every five Americans,” Daniel D. Steiner, chief executive officer at Bowen, said. “Each year, the total costs of mental illness exceed those for cancer and heart disease. This observance has been established to encourage people to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental illness and to realize these disorders are highly treatable. ” The Bowen Center offers a complete range of mental health services for adults, youth and children — from services for the elderly to preschool classes for young children, three to five years of age. Counseling is available for individuals, families or couples. The qualified

rfiesses, scientists have discovered effective, specific medications and psychotherapies that restore patients to normal, happy lives. With appropriate treatment, the vast majority of psychiatric disorders are effectively cured or controlled. Treatment, which often combines medications and psychotherapy, can effectively stop acute symptoms in 80 percent of those suffering from schizophrenia, end the terror of phobic disorders, and halt the downward spiral in approximately 90 percent of those suffering from depressive disorders. Significant gains have been made in the treatment of alcohol and drug disorders as well. Tragically, less than one-fifth of those afflicted with these problems of living seek treatment from mental health specialists or general physicians. Instead, they suffer in silence, reproaching themselves for not “pulling themselves up by their bootstraps.” They don’t understand the illness itself destroys those “bootstraps.” Most people who take this approach will, in fact, never get well. Only by receiving appropriate psychiatric assessment and referral can those who suffer get well. Myth 4: A person’s health insurance is adequate. Even if a person did buy psychiatric benefits with a health insurance package, most plans don’t pay the same for treatment of mental illness as they do for other medical conditions. But a person has as much chance of being admitted to a hospital this year for a major mental illness as he/she does for cancer or heart disease. All should know what psychiatric coverage insurance policies provide. Persons would

professional staff of psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, nurses and mental health technicians work effectively with people who are experiencing chronic and major illnesses as well as more simple concerns in mental health. There are many educational and preventive programs available to enhance personal growth and family harmony. The Bowen Center serves all people regardless or race, sex, age, handicap, or national origin or economic status. Fees are based on a sliding scale which is geared to the income and number of dependents in each family. The 24-four emergency service provides the opportunity for anyone in the area to talk with a professional anytime, day or night. There is a deep commitment to respond to personal needs. Yes, “No one needs to stand alone.” For more information or to make an appointment, call toll free 1-800-342-5653. The 24-hour emergency is 1-800-342-5652. It's important A smoke detector in your home is important, but most important is for the family to have an escape plan in case of a fire.

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be outraged if health insurance excluded good coverage for cancer. They should feel the same if coverage excludes mental illness. Myth 5: All mentally ill people are dangerous. In reality, people suffering from this disorder are no more violent than someone afflicted with any serious disease. Many psychiatric patients are so terrified of the world that they withdraw from others. No one can predict when a person may become violent because everyone has a stress threshhold that is unique. One’s personality, not mental or physical health, has more influence on the potential for violence. Linda Teplin, MD, a psychiatric researcher, found in a study “the mentally ill did not • present an overwhelming burden for police in terms of frequency of encounters. They did not commit serious crimes at a rate disproportionate to their numbers.” This material is presented by the Bowen Center for Human Services, Warsaw. If anyone is in need of or knows someone who is in need of assistance with an emotional problem, the center is available at all times to provide assistance. Learn the facts — get help, by contacting the Bowen Center at 267-7169 or 1-800-342-5653.

Humanly speaking —

Drinking, driving and the law

By JOAN R. WHITE, B.S. Substance Abuse Therapist Whitley County Office Bowen Center In 1983 and 1984 the Indiana General Assembly strengthened the law concerning driving and drinking. If conditions continue as Judge Patricia McNagny has observed in her Whitley County Superior Courtroom, the and driving laws will get even stricter. She stated there are more offenders, who by their own admission, are drinking larger quantities of alcohol than ever before, and there is no sign of a decrease in the foreseeable future. What should we know? 1. Automobile accidents kill more people under 40 than either heart disease or cancer. 2. If drivers wouldn’t drink and drinkers wouldn’t drive, we might reduce highway deaths by as much as 50%. Alcohol has been implicated in nearly half of all fatal accidents on our highways. 3. Drunkeness is determined by a fixed ratio of alcohol to body weight (BAC, or blood alcohol concentration). 4. ft takes an hour per drink for the body to rid itself of alcohol. One drink is the equivalent of one 12 ounce beer, 4 or 5 ounces of wine, or one ounce of 86 proof alcohol. MOre than this amount counts as more than one drink. 5. Should you get pulled over and drinking is suspected you will be offered the opportunity to submit to a breath, blood, and/or urine test within three hours of apprehension. 6. If the test result shows a bAC

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above 0.05%, your license may be confiscated, a receipt issued, and you can be charged with OWI (operating while intoxicated). ifTt you refuse the BAC test, your license could be suspended for one year. 8. You may be required to report to a court alcohol and drug program approved by the Department of Mental Health’s Division of Addiction Services. 9. Possible incarceration in the

Craig describes work of local police department

Jerry Craig, acting town marshal for North Webster, described the work of the local police department for Kiwanis Club of Lakeland, North Webster, on Monday morning, Oct. 5. Program chairman for the meeting was Roger Coldren. Before coming to North Webster, Craig had considerable experience in police work, which included three years as a military policeman and serving as a guard for a military officer. The North Webster Police Department has three officers. Although there are hours when a policeman is not on duty, an officer is always on call — 24 hours

Brochures completed for Warsaw Biblical Garden

The Warsaw Biblical project is moving forward with its planning for the development of the garden at the corner of Detroit and Canal Streets. The steering committee met recently and welcomed new committee members. Attending were new members Dick Adams, Joy Carlson, Liz Cutler, Savina Kralis, Leo Pfister, John Sadler, and Rosalee Spear. Another new ' I; ONE OF THREE WOMEN — Julie Dußois, CPP, of Sunrise Photography, North Webster, is noted for her creative and vibrant style of her subjects in senior and family portraiture. She has earned the designation of certified professional photographer, one of only three women in the state of Indiana to do so. She is also the recipient of numerous state and national awards for her portraits.

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the Nye Youth Cabin Board. She resides in Warsaw with her husband, Jerry, and daughter, Lori. Patricia Huffer, a five-year employee of the bank, is a graduate of Warsaw High School. She is a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rosary Altar Society and an inactive member of Delta Theta Tau Sorority. She and her husband William are the parents of four sons and reside in Warsaw.

local jail. These penalties will not lessen: the public can look forward to stricter, more expensive, DWI laws in the future. DRIVING IS A PRIVILEGE - KEEP IT BY DRIVING SOBER The Bowen Center provides a staff specializing in alcohol and drug abuse therapy. For information or to make an appointment to talk about special needs, call — 1-800-342-5653 or 267-7169.

a day. The marshal explained the North Webster Police Department must work with other police agencies, such as the Indiana State Police and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. It must also assist and cooperate with the fire department and the EMS. The local police have jurisdiction anywhere in the state including the lakes. He pointed out this type of authority is usually left to police agencies more directly concerned, such as a conservation officer of the Department of Natural Resources for violations on the lakes.

member, Louise Creighton, was not present. The Biblical Garden Steering Committee is a sub-committee of the Warsaw Community Development Corporation. Other committee representatives are Bess Joyner, Dorothy Sweeney, Pat Watkins, Velma Ball, and Saralee Levin, chairwoman. Brochures for the project have been completed, with the assistance of United Telephone. These brochures are being distributed around the community and are currently available at the three local funeral homes as a way to memorialize a friend or loved one. A draft lease has been developed between the City of Warsaw and the WCDC. The lease is the final step in securing the property at Canal and Detroit Streets between Kiddieland and the tennis courts. Another committee for the Biblical Garden project is being formed to review plans for fundraising. The master plan is complete and the funds must be secured before the development will begin. Anyone interested in learning more about the project or obtaining brochures can contact the WCDC office at 267-6419, or write P.O. Box 1223, Warsaw, Ind. 46580.