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It's BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, so let's be intentional about learning to better serve the African-American community. Therapists and therapists in training register today for our free one-day conference on supporting the mental health of our African American clients. The conference will be held 9/20/24 at TAMUCT in Killeen, TX. Registration is required, CEUs, breakfast, and lunch will be provided. Space is limited! Register today! -> https://form.jotform.com/241756095066058

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July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month–a time to focus on the unique strengths and challenges that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) face when it comes to mental health.

Click this link for a mental health screening to check on your own mental health. -> http://mhascreening.org/

Use this link to access BIPOC mental health resources and share them from your page. -> http://mhanational.org/july

Just a reminder...Check social media influencers credentials to help determine if they are a creditable source.

Determining The Credibility of Social Media Mental Health “Experts” It’s important to distinguish between peer support and information from the care of licensed practitioners.

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The next time you are sitting next to your partner and are tempted to look at your phone, turn towards your partner instead and initiate a conversation. Even if it is just a check in about how your day was, it can have a positive impact on your relationship.

Nicole Schiener (Peace and Possibility) is a Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Gottman Bringing Baby Home Educator and Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional in Ontario Canada. In this latest article, she shares 6 reasons why people turn to tech and how to turn to each other instead. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/467ruJY

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A: 988 was established to improve access to crisis services in a way that meets our country’s growing su***de and mental health-related crisis care needs. 988 provides easier access to the Lifeline network and related crisis resources, which are distinct from the public safety purposes of 911 (where the focus is on dispatching Emergency Medical Services, fire and police as needed).

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Attempt Survivors The aftermath of a su***de attempt can be filled with raw and complicated emotions. Finding hope after surviving a su***de attempt is possible. Whether you have had recent history with an attempt or your experience was in the past, the Lifeline is available for support, 24/7.

Virginia Satir reminds us so often what is important in life. This saying came from "Simple but Profound Sayings of Virginia Satir" published by Virginia Satir Global Network and edited by Dr. John Banmen and Sharon Loeschen

If you're seeing this, here's a gentle reminder to relax your shoulders, unclench your jaw and take a deep breath.

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Determining The Credibility of Social Media Mental Health “Experts” | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness It’s important to distinguish between peer support and information from the care of licensed practitioners.

Don't forget to check-in on others - you never know what someone may be going through 💙

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The Importance Of An Apology To A Child's Self-Worth When we choose image maintenance over connection, we actually hurt our relationship with our children. Here's why apologizing to our children is one of the most important things we can do.

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De-escalation Strategies For Jingled Out Kids December is a sensory-overload kind of month. It’s loud. It’s busy. It’s flashy. For a lot of kids, it can be so overwhelming that they may just jingle all the way to a meltdown. For this reason, it’s good to have a few de-escalation strategies in mind. Here are 5.

The holidays can be stressful for a variety of reasons. If you're feeling overwhelmed, read this fact sheet to learn whether it’s stress or anxiety, and what you can do to cope. https://go.usa.gov/xetAG

The longest night of the year is upon us: the . While many people feel less happy at times during cold, gloomy days during the winter, these “winter blues” are usually temporary and do not interfere with a person’s functioning. In contrast, some people may start to feel consistently “down” when the days get shorter in the fall and winter and begin to feel better in the spring with its longer daylight hours. Is it just the 'winter blues' or seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? This infographic may help guide you on when to seek professional help. https://go.usa.gov/xezdp

Statements That Deepen Connection Feeling more of a connection is as easy as your next conversation. Here are simple ways to build trust and friendship in your relationship