May is National Mental Health Awareness Month
May is a time to raise awareness about mental health conditions, and shift the conversation away from stigma towards normalizing these experiences. Mental health is a part of our daily lives, and should take priority alongside our physical health. Though 1 in 5 Americans are affected by mental illness, up to 90% of children and adults who receive mental health services are able to significantly reduce their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Knowing the warning signs can be the first...
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September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is: 1 (800) 273-8255. This month, we invite you to learn the warning signs and bring awareness to the second leading cause of death for youth. Suicide Warning Signs Suicide notes. These are a very real sign of danger and should be taken seriously. Threats. Threats may be direct statements (“I want to die.” “I am going to kill myself”) or, unfortunately, indirect comments (“The world would be...
Read MoreStories of Hope and Resilience – 2019-2020 Impact Report
