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How to take care of your #mentalhealth as we monitor the #corona virus. #phillyburbs #CDC #pagov #mentalhealthmatters https://afsp.org/taking-care-of-your-mental-health-in-the-/

The power of #peerspecialist https://www.dbsalliance.org//dbsa-promotes-the-value-of-t/ #bipolar #mentalhealthmatters #recoveryispossible #advocacy

With celebrities being more open about their mental health strides are being made toward reducing stigma. Katrina Gay, Director of #NAMI, indicated research shows if people can relate to someone with mental illness it's the best way to change their beliefs. That is why as celebrities are sharing their stories it's helping to decrease stigma and allow people to see opportunity to be more open about their own mental health. This started with the beloved Robin Williams and has continued with recent celebrities such as Demi Lovato who has a #bipolar disorder and Taylor Swift who has shared struggles with an eating disorder. #washingtonpost #endthestigma #mentalhealthmatters #peersupport https://www.seattletimes.com//celebrities-are-talking-mor/

In January Governor Wolf announced a multi-focused effort and antistigma campaign "Reach out PA: Your Mental Health Matters". Have you heard about this yet and been following updates? #mentalhealthmatters #reachoutpa #pagov #phillyburbs https://www.governor.pa.gov//pennsylvania-launches-reach-/

https://fox56.com//wolf-administration-provides-naloxone-t #narcan #pa

#mentalhealthawareness

Be The Expert Of Your Own Recovery. https://www.peercovery.com/philadelphia-region

People Who Are Suicidal Don't Want to Die, They Just Want the Pain to Stop via The Mighty "I know this is an extremely sensitive topic, but it is one that need...s to be discussed. Because I know for a fact that at one point in our lives, we have been suicidal or have known someone struggling with these thoughts. One in five people struggle with mental health issues." #beheretomorrow Crisis Text Line National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'

According to the National Institute on Health, relapse rates for Substance Use DIsorders are 40-60%. A good relapse prevention plan is essential to sustain longterm recovery. #Recovery Coaches/Peer Specialists can act as tools for sustained recovery and assist by helping individuals with support, empathy, and accountability in their recovery journey. Message us now to get matched with a Certified Peer Specialist /Recovery Coach. https://www.npr.org//recovery-coach-helps-an-addict-resist #substanceuse #addiction #werecover #gethelpnow #peersupport #chescopa #mainline #phillyburbs

Alcohol use and misuse is a growing concern with #olderadults. Knowing what to look for and how to approach the situation are important. Peercovery helps families talk about next steps. www.peercovery.com https://www.iadvanceseniorcare.com/alcohol-abuse-among-sen/

With bills like SB 432 on the Governor's desk and a growing understanding of the opioid epidemic, prescriptions for opioid pain medications are down and alternatives to pain management are starting to be optimized. https://local21news.com//growing-number-of-doctors-no-long

Looking for something to do this Thursday? Consider this free Women's Leadership event at Neumann University (lunch included). It's not too late to register!

Warnings about #Graydeath a heroin so toxic it’s dangerous to touch. Called Gray Death for its gray color and deadly toxicity it’s a #heroin base often mixed with #fentanyl, carfentanil, or a synthetic opioid U-47700. It can be absorbed through skin and is toxic in low quantities depressing the respiratory system. Need help with recovery contact us www.peercovery.com Read this #CBS report to learn more. https://www.cbsnews.com//gray-death-heroin-fentanyl-carf/ #chescopa #phillyburbs #peersupport

17 year old Jackson Snelling shares a song he wrote after losing a friend in 2017 to #suicide entitled If I only Knew. Using music as a part of his journey to grieve and heal he’s also raising awareness regarding this important #mentalhealth issue. #musictherapy https://www.wave3.com//local-teen-produces-song-raise-awa/