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The impact of climate change on behavioral health can be very significant. Through our prevention, treatment and recovery services and supports, SAMHSA is committed to addressing the threats associated with climate change. samhsa.gov/climate-change #EarthDay
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As we take time today to celebrate #EarthDay 🌎 make sure you also take time to check in on your loved ones. Your support can play a major role in helping with their mental health or substance use.
💙 💚 Share with your friends to let them know you’re thinking about them!
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#TakeBackDay collection sites are open today from 10 am to 2 pm nationwide!
Help keep your community safe by cleaning out your medicine cabinet and taking back unneeded meds for safe disposal. Find a collection site near you.
DEATakeBack.com
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Hear the stories directly from parents on why easy and equitable access to prevention resources is key to helping them best care for their children. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #ThrivingFamilies fal.cn/3xChR
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Is someone you know in crisis? Stay with them until you can get help. Call or text 988 or chat 988Lifeline.org #988Lifeline #BeTheLifeline
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Save & share this #SuicidePrevention wallet card to offer support to those who may be struggling 💙 If someone is showing any of the warning signs, urge them to contact a mental health professional or
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Dispose of your unneeded Rx drugs, no questions asked! #TakeBackDay is TOMORROW 4/22 10am-2pm. Find a collection site near you at DEATakeBack.com
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Thank you to , a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, for hosting Deputy Secretary Palm for a visit! Behavioral health care IS health care & HHS is committed to supporting the providers working tirelessly to enact this pillar of our administration’s vision.
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Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue. Proper disposal of unneeded drugs saves lives and protects the environment and our overall community. Share this post and start preparing now for the next #TakeBackDay Saturday, 4/22. DEATakeBack.com
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How much do you really know about the effects and risks of marijuana? You might be surprised. Let’s test your marijuana IQ.
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Save the date! Join us for the 6th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium on May 11. This all-day online event is free to attend. Register today to attend! 👇
connect.ncoa.org/oamhad2023 #MentalHealth #OAMHAD #MentalHealth #OAMHAD
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Don’t forget to focus on self-care for your mental and physical health. Here are some ways to take care of yourself one small way each day.
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It's #NationalHighFiveDay! #BeThe1To give yourself and your friends a pat on the back or high five to celebrate all accomplishments.
💜 If you know someone who may be in need of help on their road to recovery, reach out and give them hope and support
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Lights, camera, action potential! 's #BRAINInitiative Show Us Your BRAINs! Photo & Video Contest is now open for submissions! braininitiative.nih.gov/news-events/sh #studyBRAIN
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When we invest in children, we are investing in our communities. This April, help us bring attention to all the different ways we can help children and families thrive. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #ThrivingFamilies childwelfare.gov/topics/prevent
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April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, a time to honor the voices of survivors. Trauma can have an effect on mental health. SAMHSA has resources to help with the healing and recovery process:
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It's Spring, time to CLEANUP your medicine cabinet of unneeded Rx meds and drop them off on April 22, 10am-2pm, local time, for proper disposal. Find out where now: DEATakeBack.com #TakeBackDay
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If you're #Deaf or Hard of Hearing and experiencing emotional distress related to any disaster, consider using the 24/7 direct videophone service staffed by crisis workers fluent in #AmericanSignLanguage.
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Understanding the issues concerning suicide & mental health is an important way to take part in #SuicidePrevention help others in crisis & change the conversation. Some warning signs may help you determine if a young person in your life is at risk:
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Feeling stressed? 😬🙃🤯😰 Support is available for everyone in the United States no matter what problems or type of stress you’re dealing with. Visit samhsa.gov/find-help #StressAwarenessMonth
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#NationalPreventionWeek23 is May 7-13! How can you get involved? Tag us on social media, share your #MyPreventionStory, and tell us about your prevention events! Visit samhsa.gov/prevention-week for more ways to get involved. #NPW2023
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Families and communities can view this webinar: “Supporting America’s LGBTQ+ Youth: Approaches, Strategies and Opportunities,” at: nfstac.org/events — hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center. #LGBTQI #LGBTQIHealth #HealthEquity
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The #DEATakeBackDay event offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at thousands of local drop-off locations nationwide.
Properly dispose of your unneeded Rx drugs this Saturday, April 22, 10 am-2 pm. Find a collection site near you: DEATakeBack.com
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The most important thing we can do to help children thrive is to support families before they reach a crisis. Learn more during #ChildAbusePreventionMonth. #ThrivingFamilies fal.cn/3xvAQ
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There are safe and effective ways to find long-term recovery. Visit FindTreatment.gov to find treatment near you. #RecoveryIsPossible #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
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April is the #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild. Check these resources from National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) specialized for Military and Veteran families ➡️
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Connect with your community by hosting a Parents’ Night Out event! 👩👦 Listen to the new episode of the “What Parents Are Saying” Podcast🎙 to hear how community members hosted a successful session! Visit #TalkTheyHearYou and tune in! 📱 fal.cn/3xvuP
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#TakeBackDay is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old and unneeded medications safely and anonymously. On Saturday, April 22, from 10am-2pm bring those old and unneeded medications to a collection site near you: DEATakeBack.com
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Adults on the autism spectrum can benefit from services and supports that improve quality of life across the lifespan. Visit go.usa.gov/xdQUV to learn more about autism. #shareNIMH #AdultAutismAwarenessDay
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Appreciated meeting with impressive young guests from 4-H and listening to their ideas about ways to improve mental health and social connection through social media. Engaging the voices of young leaders is invaluable to the work we do. #N4HC23 #MentalHealthGoesPink #GoingPink
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