The reality of mental health treatment
Commentary by Carey Juez-Perez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker For decades, the media have portrayed mental health treatment as scary, intimidating and undesirable. It’s no surprise, then, that only half of those with mental health disorders seek treatment, according to the National Alliance on Mental Health. Although there are numerous reasons that contribute to this staggering […]
Dos Mundos scribe reflects on first-time fatherhood
By Melissa Arroyo Growing up, Dos Mundos contributing writer Dermidio Juez-Perez knew he wanted to be a dad someday. During Father’s Day last year, he had a feeling. “I told (my wife), that she was probably pregnant,” Juez-Perez said. “She was like, ‘There’s absolutely no way.’… After we went for dinner that night, she bought […]
Consequences of Trump’s orders
Our brothers and sisters are in danger Commentary by Dermidio Juez-Perez When a president makes a decision like the executive order on immigration that President Trump signed recently, the consequences go beyond what the average citizen sees. During the first 100 days of Trump’s administration, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested more than […]