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Suicide Notes | What Every Person Thinking of Suicide Must Write in Theirs
Dear Suicide, I’ve come to know a few things about you. You are a liar. I don’t need ways out of my life. I need life now more than ever. You give me false pretenses and thoughts that “others don’t … Continue reading
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Crisis & Support Hotlines
If you or someone you love is experiencing an immediate, life-threatening mental health crisis, call 911, clearly state that the individual is experiencing a mental health emergency and ask that a CIT trained officer respond to the situation. A Crisis … Continue reading
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What does Mental Health have to do with Faith?
Good Mental Health is important, but what does faith have to do with it? Alot! All of us go through life experiences that challenge our mental health, but mental illnesses are more serious than the common ups and downs that … Continue reading
Hydroxyzine, Anxiety & You
The Good, bad and ugly of taking Hydroxyzine for anxiety disorders. What every person needs to know when taking Hydroxyzine for anxiety. The Good There are many other aspects of taking this drug, but its main use is to treat … Continue reading
A Mental Health Diagnosis & The Aftermath
What happens after your loved one is faced with a mental health diagnosis? The time in between treatments can be long but feel endless? Do you go home and carry on as though nothing has changed? Do you find yourself … Continue reading