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June 7, 2014

Inroads on mental health – New understanding guides local efforts

When you hear the term, “mentally ill,” what comes to mind? Typically, a community learns about mental illness in a…

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June 3, 2014

Free mental health first aid classes offered

Have you ever wondered what to do when someone you know is having an emotional crisis? One out of four…

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June 2, 2014

Would you recognize if someone had a mental health emergency?

The fine OpEd about college campus violence by professors Deborah Rogers and Howard Segal that appeared recently in the BDN…

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May 30, 2014

Fitzpatrick Calls for End to Mental Health Stigmas, Discrimination

Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick (PA-8), along with a bipartisan group of lawmakers, introduced legislation [H.Res. 572] earlier this month designating the first full…

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May 27, 2014

Governor Sam Brownback Announces Programs to Strengthen Mental Health Delivery…

Governor Sam Brownback, flanked by cabinet secretaries and advocates from across the state, today announced his administration’s plans to continue strengthening…

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May 24, 2014

Vt. agencies participate in Mental Health Advocacy Day

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing, representing over 2000 member organizations nationwide, held its annual conference in Washington, D.C., from…

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May 23, 2014

Apply for Mental Health First Aid Funding from SAMHSA

View the application guidelines   Washington, DC (April 18, 2014)– The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released…

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May 23, 2014

Mental health first aid can help prevent suicide

Kevin Hines said that he felt “instant regret” the moment he gave in to despair and catapulted himself over the…

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May 23, 2014

Neal Cash: Tucson is a model for expanding mental health…

Southern Arizona can be proud of the comprehensive and accessible behavioral health services right here in Pima County. In many…

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May 22, 2014

AYOTTE URGES ACTION ON LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS MENTAL HEALTH

With the nation observing Mental Health Awareness Month, U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) today called on Congress to act on…

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May 20, 2014

Hundreds trained in suicide prevention at ACC

“The first time I tried to kill myself, I was 11,” Casey McAndrew told the audience during the Stepping up…

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May 20, 2014

Brandon Marshall Discusses Mental Health Awareness on ESPN’s First Take Yes

Brandon Marshall, Chicago Bear’s wide receiver and Awards of Excellence winner, discusses mental health awareness on ESPN’s First Take with…

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