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Bradley Cooper in A Star is Born with Lady Gaga

The Failure of “A Star is Born” & Suicide

A Star is Born, a new movie remake by Director Bradley Cooper, left me with some concerning thoughts.  The movie is great, but also is one of the biggest failures.  Why...

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Suicide Notes

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....

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2018 NAMI NEWSLINE FALL

Fall 2018 | NAMI CCNS NEWSLINE

NAMI Newsline Fall 2018

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faith and mental health

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...

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Hydroxyzine Side Effects

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...

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David Spade Donates

David Spade Steps Up in Major Way

David Spade is honoring his sister-in-law and designer Kate Spade after her suicide at the age of 55. PEOPLE exclusively confirms the actor and comedian, 53, has made a $100,000...

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Kate Spade Suicide

Kate Spade Suicide | A Note to Loved Ones

Kate Spade was a fashion inspiration around the world.  It was the story of a fashion fairly tale with a love for work and family.  Seemingly she had it all...

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2018 NAMI Newsline Jan-May

NAMI CCNS | Newsline May 2018

All the latest news and events here at the National Alliance on Mental Illness | Cook County North Suburban. NAMI CCNS NEWSLINE May 2018 PDF Download

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NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE & IN-PERSON (Saturdays @ 9AM)

Date Mar 28, 2026 Time 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE & IN-PERSON (Saturdays @ 9AM)

It gives family members of those who have a loved one with a mental health…

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Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

Date Mar 28, 2026 Time 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

This group provides a space for participants to find healthy ways of remembering and honoring…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

Date Mar 28, 2026 Time 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

Date Mar 30, 2026 Time 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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