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Helpful Resources During Suicide Prevention Month 2022

My Brains Not Broken

The Lifeline provides “free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.” By texting ‘TALK’ to 741741, you can have a confidential text conversation with someone. Crisis Text Line. Trans Lifeline.

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Resources to Know During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 2023

My Brains Not Broken

The Lifeline provides “free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.” By texting ‘TALK’ to 741741, you can have a confidential text conversation with someone.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

Additional Resources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , Recovery Is for Everyone: Understanding Treatment of Substance Use Disorders. The CDC explains what substance use disorders are along with different treatment and recovery options and the importance of reducing stigma.

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. Dial 988 on your phone to get free and confidential support services. Monteiro, MSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker in Boston.

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

This publication from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration provides valuable tools to help people during these challenging times. Dynamics of Abuse . This blog from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence discusses the dynamics of abuse and helpful resources. Military One Source.

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September is National Recovery Month: Supporting the Journey to Recovery 

Social Work Blog

Additional Resources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , Recovery Is for Everyone: Understanding Treatment of Substance Use Disorders. The CDC explains what substance use disorders are along with different treatment and recovery options and the importance of reducing stigma.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system. Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality is essential.