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🧠 Fact Friday 🧠 Did you know that suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for people ages 10-34? 💔 But here's an important fact: Talking about suicide doesn't cause suicidal thoughts. In reality, open conversations about depression and suicidal feelings can be the first step toward getting help. 💬 That's why programs like QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) are so crucial. Just like CPR, QPR teaches us how to respond in moments of crisis. Region 3 Behavioral Health Services offers skilled trainers ready to work with a variety of ages and skill levels. Let’s be prepared to make a difference! 🙌 ➡️https://region3.net/ #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone

Did you miss our Behavioral Health Business webinar with the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) and Mass211 on expanding access to crisis care by breaking sown social and technology barriers? Good news! You can watch it on-demand at https://bit.ly/4ew3u7s to learn about the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline’s impact, current challenges and innovative strategies and solutions to overcome them. #WeAreBambooHealth #CrisisManagement

Children are especially susceptible to the effects of domestic violence. Oftentimes, a child's health takes on dramatic changes when processing trauma. Have you heard of bed wetting regression or diabetes being linked to traumatic experiences? It's true - PTSD can onset many health conditions that drastically change a person's life. This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, be vigilant and be knowledgeable. Knowing the signs can save someone from abuse. It's time to #EndDomesticViolence. #DVAM2024 #DomesticViolenceAwareness #DVAM #SignsOfDV #DomesticViolence

BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION gatesfoundation.org TCI GALLERY SPRING 2024 THEMES: Tenri.org CRYPTOCURRENCY CAPITALISM'S BEST*END HOMELESS. https://lnkd.in/e55sRd8b CRYPTO-FINANCE & WHAT'S ON THE TABLE. MR. MS. TEEFEY & SELENA GOMEZ-Rare-SuperStar WonderMind.com*SelenaGomez.com I ABSOLUTELY SEE NOTHING WRONG WITH CRYPTOCURRENCY. I CAN UNDERSTAND WHY THE INFANT DEMOCRATIC-CAPITALISTIC MINDS OF TODAY BLAME THE USA GOVERNMENT. THAT SAID THEN IS ANY GOVERNMENT TO BE BLAMED FOR THE HOMELESS PROBLEMS PLAGUING THE WORLD.?... NO. GOD KNOWS ALL THE HEADACHES USA GOVERNMENT HAVE WITH THE FOREIGN AFFAIRS. THE NEW WORLD IS PRACTICALLY A SHOCK TO WITNESS. PEOPLE "ONLY WORKING" TOGETHER FOR A COMMON GOAL... "IN THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS." THUS DOESN'T THAT ALSO INCLUDE THE HOMELESS. THE HOMELESS ARE OUT THERE... ARE YOU.? HOMELESS A OPPORTUNITY MISUNDERSTOOD..... The modern economic system is a market economy, which is a capitalist economy where people, not the government--NOT THE GOVERNMENT--own most businesses. In a capitalist economy, prices allocate capital and labor between competing uses, and capital assets like factories, mines, and railroads can be privately owned and controlled. https://lnkd.in/eB98Jnv9 GOOGLE. EXAMPLE, IF YOU NEED TO RAISE MONEY FOR ANY REASON OR MORE SO LETS SAY THE "HOMELESS" PROBLEM WHICH IS BELIEVED TO BE TIME & MONEY CONSUMING BUT IN ONE DIRECTION TOWARD THE HOMELESS. HOWEVER CRYPTOCURRENCY CAN POSSIBLE ALLOWS AN EXPENDITURE OF CURRENCY TO BENEFIT ALL WHO USES THE CRYPTO & REGARDLESS OF HOW IT'S CONSUMED. THEREFORE IF A CRYPTO "HOMELESS" CURRENCY EXISTED IT'S MORE HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE HOMELESS PROBLEM CAN BE VANQUISHED BECAUSE CURRENCY-FINANCES IT'S ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO BE TAPPED INTO FOR HOMELESS RESOLUTIONS. THANK YOU FOR READING.

Recently, at an internal conference for our board members – that brings together eight different Boards of Directors (all under the Centerstone umbrella) – we hosted a panel on: What the Election Results Mean for the Future of Behavioral Health. Our internal “All Boards” meeting was about one week after the General Election. As it neared closer to the event, even for me, it felt like we were taking a risk – we had never brought a bipartisan policy dialogue so fresh off an election – to the forefront of our boards. However, I also knew the caliber of our panelists – deeply respected and trusted professionals with immense subject matter expertise as well as our mission (Delivering Care that Changes Lives) – would be the core of any conversation. After that panel, here is some of the feedback I’ve heard from our board leadership: 💡 The candor and professionalism of the three panelists created an opportunity for an intellectual and honest dialogue that was thought provoking, inspiring, and truly refreshing to hear ✔ I learned so much ✔ It was the best event I’ve attended as a board member ✔ It was realistic, direct, and collegial – the kind of conversation I’ve been wanting to hear for some time For me, this event and the dialogue that occurred was a powerful reminder of the meaning that can be found in candid, collegial dialogues across multiple perspectives and how - we, as leaders - can facilitate those opportunities to strengthen culture and mission.  #DeliveringCareThatChangesLives

Join the movement for a healthier community! Check out our latest blog highlighting "5 Ways to Promote Prevention in Your Community" during #NationalPreventionWeek24. From education campaigns to youth empowerment, there are actionable steps we can all take to prioritize mental health and combat substance abuse. Read the full blog here: https://loom.ly/Ofm2xzY #healthycommunity #prevention #latestblog

October is Substance Use Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness, break the stigma, and support healthy choices. PREVENTION strengthens protective factors and REDUCES RISK factors in individuals, families, schools, communities, and society. PREVENTION helps us get ahead of substance use and mental health challenges so that youth, families, and communities can THRIVE. As a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, together, we can empower individuals and communities to build a brighter, addiction-free future. https://lnkd.in/g82-t-Wg donna@lifebydesigncounselinggroup.com 214-960-3632 #preventionmonth #substanceuseprevention #substanceusepreventionmonth #samhsa #preventsubstanceabuse #prevention #preventionovercure #preventionisbetterthancure #recovering #LCDC #licensedchemicaldependencycounselor #chemicaldependency #chemicaldependencycounselor #donnabgill #lifebydesigncounselinggroup

October is Substance Use Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness, break the stigma, and support healthy choices. PREVENTION strengthens protective factors and REDUCES RISK factors in individuals, families, schools, communities, and society. PREVENTION helps us get ahead of substance use and mental health challenges so that youth, families, and communities can THRIVE. As a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, together, we can empower individuals and communities to build a brighter, addiction-free future. https://lnkd.in/g9S2EZhw donna@lifebydesigncounselinggroup.com 214-960-3632 #preventionmonth #substanceuseprevention #substanceusepreventionmonth #samhsa #preventsubstanceabuse #prevention #preventionovercure #preventionisbetterthancure #recovering #LCDC #licensedchemicaldependencycounselor #chemicaldependency #chemicaldependencycounselor #donnabgill #lifebydesigncounselinggroup

▶️ Ready? Registered? Now REVIEW! Are you ready to get the most out of the upcoming Sept 19 webinar with Christina Bertera and learn more about the intersection of criminal justice and behavioral health? Oh... you haven't REGISTERED for the September webinar? That's ok! Here's the link! 👇 https://lnkd.in/gFm5PKx9 Watch the recording soon, and don't forget to register! #lawenforcement #criminaljustice #behavioralhealth