Contacting 988 provides a direct connection to support for anyone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, having thoughts of suicide, or being worried about someone who may need crisis support. “988 is an easy-to-remember number and an incredibly fast way to get anyone who experiences a behavioral health crisis the help they need […]
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, nearly 300 police officers die by suicide every year – more are suffering from addictions and mental health challenges. There are only a handful of rehab centers around the country where these officers can get the help they need. READ MORE
I just recently watched “Katrina Babies”, on @hbo. And, it broke my heart to hear the young adults speak. They talked about never being asked how they felt when they were kids. They dealt with tremendous loss, uprooted lives, and being considered refugees. It was the hardest time in their lives and no one EVER asked […]