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The unifying voice of America’s mental health and substance use treatment organizations, serving more than 3,400 members across the country.

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If Olympian Michael Phelps can seek mental health help, so can you. "We’re supposed to be this big, macho, physically strong human beings, but this is not a weakness. We are seeking and reaching for help." #BH365
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We will always support @DDLovato and her recovery journey. Demi has been an integral part in breaking down the stigma associated with substance use disorders, and her passionate advocacy has no doubt saved countless lives. We stand with you and all others!
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. @Alyssa_Milano is breaking the stigma surrounding mental health disorders and bravely telling her story to help others. "Let’s remind each other that no one should have to face these challenges by themselves." #BH365
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Be The Difference. #MyMentalHealthIn3Words
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We’re grateful to partner with such a fantastic spokesperson for behavioral health! #Unite4BH
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Thanks to @LadyGaga and the @BTWFoundation , we've trained 150,000 people in @MHFirstAidUSA since August — giving people all over the country the tools they need to help save lives. #BeTheDifference []
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"With teen @MHFirstAidUSA we like to say, it’s okay to not be okay,” said @ladygaga co-founder of @BTWFoundation , as she spoke to 16 students who had just completed the first tMHFA pilot in eight schools across the country. #BeTheDifference
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Michael Phelps became a legendary Olympic athlete, but he's now focusing on an even bigger challenge: mental health. “I feel like with all the issues we have in this world, this is something where I can truly make significant impact."
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Let’s set the record straight. Statistics bear out that most people who commit mass violence do not have a serious mental illness. Let’s have a conversation about #mentalhealth . #EnoughIsEnough
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Comedian @Aparnapkin has made mental health a strong focal point of her work. "I would hope in the future we make mental health and self-care a bigger priority, because people’s brains can so easily become their own worst enemies." #BH365
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"Mental health is something that we all need to talk about, and we need to take the stigma away from it. So let’s raise the awareness. Let’s let everybody know it’s okay to have a mental illness, it’s okay to have an addiction problem." - @DDLovato #BH365
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We're proud to partner with smart, courageous women like @LadyGaga and @DDLovato , who are using their platform to advocate for and de-stigmatize mental health! #BH365
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“Medicaid pays for about a quarter of mental health and substance use treatment in this country. By and large, if we make major cuts to Medicaid, we lose any progress that we might make elsewhere." - National Council VP of Policy and Advocacy @BeccaCFarley
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We're excited to participate in the #BeVocalChat on 12/19 at 7pm ET! @HPLifestyle is hosting the discussion, in partnership with @Sunovion , @Jedfoundation , @NAMICommunicate , @mentalhealtham and @DBSAlliance .
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@ddlovato @HPLifestyle @Sunovion @DBSAlliance @jedfoundation @MentalHealthAm @NAMICommunicate Thank you for speaking out about mental wellness! Your work is truly changing people’s lives. #BH365
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See Beyond Silence, a film on the importance of speaking up about #mentalillness , executive produced by @ddlovato at 1:30 PM in WSCC: 303.
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For every person who dies by suicide, there are 278 people who think seriously about it. Help and hope is possible. This World Suicide Prevention Day, #BeTheDifference by joining @800273TALK , and learn how to answer the call for support: []
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Your teenager probably isn't going to just come out and tell you they're experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis. It's your job to make sure they're getting the help they need. Take Youth @MHFirstAidUSA and #BeTheDifference for the young people in your life.
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#HelloSeptember ! Did you know today kicks off National Suicide Prevention Month? Here's how you can show support:
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. @DDLovato continues to be an amazing ally for the mental health community. "I want to share my journey with people and my story so that it can open people's minds and see that there's nothing wrong with you just because you have a mental illness" #BH365
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Survey from @TrevorProject highlights the dire need for suicide prevention, support and education to protect #LGBTQ youth. #PrideMonth
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#teenMHFA taught me interfering and having the strength to have tough conversations can be the difference in someone’s life,” says student Jake B. Learn more about how @ladygaga 's @BTWFoundation & @NationalCouncil are expanding teen @MHFirstAidUSA .
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Your #MentalHealthMonday reminder that #mentalhealth care IS health care. Make your mental health a priority. ⠀
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. @PJK4brainhealth & @newtgingrich spoke to @KHNews about the #opioid epidemic & what's needed to stop it: #BH365
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TV host Carson Daly has opened up about managing his anxiety and panic attacks, showing that behavioral health challenges can happen to anyone at any time. “I really wear the way I am like a badge of honor. This is who I am and I’m proud of it." #BH365
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#LivingWithMentalIllnessIs remembering your #mentalhealth is just as important as your physical health. Take care of yourself today! 💙
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On this President's Day, we remember the Community Mental Health Act signed by John F. Kennedy, which inspired a new era of optimism in mental health care. [] #Unite4BH
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It's #InternationalSelfCareDay , and we've got some tips for making this summer a healthy and happy one! Use these self-care suggestions to stay well in the summertime, and share them with friends to #BeTheDifference for others.
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. @duranduran duo teamed up w/ youth in @roadrecovery programs for this new song: @rollingstone #BH365 #recovery
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#hillday17 advocates presenting @SenatorCollins with the 2017 Behavioral Health Champion award. Thank you for your hard work!
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Breaking FCC news: They have unanimously voted to implement #988 as the national suicide prevention hotline by 2022! Thank you @FCC for beginning this significant and life-saving process.
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The FCC’s new rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for suicide prevention services will make it easier for Americans in crisis to connect with counselors who can help. Details: #SuicidePrevention
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An important read by @ASlavitt . Finding bipartisan solutions is not an impossible dream! #MondayMotivation
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. @NPR reports on new research that shows when teens are treated for depression, their parents' mental health also improves. #BH365
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A3: Use person-first and non-stigmatizing language when talking about #mentalhealth conditions and substance use disorders. When talking about addiction, this infographic is a good place to start. #teenMHFA
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Some of our biggest mental health hospitals are jails simply by default. During Mental Health Month, we must remember how important it is to train law enforcement to interact with people experiencing behavioral health challenges so we can properly take care of them. #BH365
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. @BTWFoundation founder and Lady Gaga’s mother, @momgerm , accepts the Change Champion Award for Born This Way Foundation. “In May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we will encourage everyone to get trained [in @MHFirstAidUSA ]
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Congratulations to #NatCon18 Change Champion Award honoree @BTWFoundation ! @LadyGaga and @MomGerm 's extensive efforts with Born This Way Foundation have led to more than 150,000 people being trained in @MHFirstAidUSA and changed the lives of thousands in the process!
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The holidays are coming up, and we want you to have the knowledge to take care of yourself! Here are some tips to avoid the holiday blues. #BH365
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“We should treat #addiction with the same urgency and attention as we do any other illness.” 👏👏👏
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A2. 1) It’s just as important as physical health. There is no shame in seeking treatment. It's a sign of strength, and recovery is possible. 2) Don't let the fear of being labeled with a mental illness prevent you from seeking help. 3) You are not your illness. #BeVocalChat
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Question 2... #BeVocalChat
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“I've been shocked how many people live in fear and in silence because of their #mentalillness .” - Prince William
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Sen. Warren, Rep. Kennedy Reintroduce Bill to Strengthen Parity #MentalHealthMonth #Unite4BH
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A1. There is still a stigma associated with mental illness. This causes people to feel ashamed and unwilling to publicly speak about their illness. Although it has gotten better in recent years, society in general has stereotyped views about mental illness. #BeVocalChat
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Question 1... #BeVocalChat
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We won't end the suicide epidemic that's plaguing our country until we start to treat it like the crisis it really is. #BH365
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We have an obligation to teach our children about their mental health so that they can both understand how it impacts their lives and realize the resources available to get help. It starts with us. #BH365
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Subtle changes to our language can have an extremely powerful effect on breaking stigma surrounding mental health and addiction. During Mental Health Month, remember that what you say matters. #BH365
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. @samhsagov #CCBHC grants are helping more Michigan clinics implement comprehensive mental health & substance use care by becoming Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics. Thanks to @CMHAMich , @SenStabenow & @GovWhitmer , for your leadership!
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Noticing if your teenager is struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder isn’t always easy. Take Youth @MHFirstAidUSA and learn how you can #BeTheDifference in the life of your child.
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Childhood trauma should be treated as a public health crisis. "It has to be a discussion we have on a public health policy level." #BH365
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Anthony Bourdain's tragic passing proves that we might not know what people are going through unless we are proactive about it. It's crucial that we break down the stigma associated with mental health challenges and get people the help they need. #BH365
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The holidays are an important time to practice self-care. You can say no! Don't overbook yourself with too many obligations and remember to always say no if you aren't feeling up for something. #BH365
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Only 15% of returning veterans in need receive mental health care. We have to work together to fix this, and @MHFirstAidUSA is one of the best ways to do it! Learn how to #BeTheDifference for the veterans in your life with this invaluable training: []
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A6: Simply put -> Mental health is just as important as physical health. #MHMchat
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"I have to focus on my mental health and not jeopardize my health and wellbeing.” We support you for prioritizing your #MentalWellbeing , @Simone_Biles . It takes courage to share your mental health experience and do what's right for you!
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. @grl performs their song "Lighthouse" in memory of their friend & band member Simone Battle #ChangeMentalHeallth http://t.co/SapYPjFs7W
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Happy #MentalHealthMonday ! Here's a little motivation to get you through the day.
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New York will become the first state to teach mental health literacy, a much-needed curriculum designed to help prevent and treat mental health disorders. “It's really about empowering youth." #BH365
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What you say matters even if you don't think it does. Language is powerful and we can all help break down stigma around mental health by learning how to accurately and appropriately talk about it. #BH365
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You have the power to help a loved one in need! Using these 7 skills, you can forever change the life of someone experiencing a mental health challenge. Take the time during this Mental Health Month to learn these skills and know that you can #BeTheDifference for someone else.
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"Are we willing to live in a world that is governed by fear, or are we willing to fight for a world that is grounded by, driven by and sustained by love? That's the most pressing question of our time. Do we choose love or fear?" - Former Surgeon General @Vivek_Murthy #NatCon18
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We must stop punishing people with mental health disorders in jails and prisons for their symptoms. Our prison system unfortunately acts as a de facto mental health institution, and we have to train its employees accordingly. #BH365
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Former NFL player @4everUSM24 courageously details his mental health struggles to show others they're not alone. "If you’re struggling, don’t wait for something bad to happen. Talk to somebody. It’s not as scary as you think. There is hope" #BH365 #SMTTT
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If you're experiencing depression, you're not alone. Millions of people across the globe are also affected by this #mentalhealth disorder, including Olympic swimmer and international superstar Michael Phelps. #BH365
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Yesterday, the National Council Medical Director Institute released, “Mass Violence in America: Causes, Impacts and Solutions,” a new report following recent episodes of mass violence. Learn more and access the full report: #EnoughIsEnough #mentalhealth
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Today more people die from drug overdoses than from car accidents, guns or falls. We need to #Unite4BH !
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It’s official – we have changed our name to the National Council for Mental Wellbeing! “By changing our name, we are changing the conversation,” said president and CEO @ChuckIngoglia .
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Your seasonal fun doesn't have to be compulsory! Be mindful of your bandwidth and know that saying no is okay when it comes to your mental health. We hope you and yours have a happy and healthy holidays! #BH365
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"I have a chance to save a life, and that’s way bigger than ever winning any gold medals." - Michael Phelps #BH365
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Many depressed teenagers never receive the help they truly need. Promoting yearly depression screenings for children and adolescents is a proven way to save lives and give our next generation a brighter future. #BH365
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On this #WorldMentalHealthDay , let's work together to implement commonsense solutions to address the mental health challenges our adolescents face: [] "Children are the living messages we send to a time we will not see." – Neil Postman
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A big thanks to @LadyGaga , who surprised cyclists at @SoulCycle in support of @MHFirstAidUSA ! She's the true embodiment of someone who wants to #BeTheDifference in the lives of others. Find a Mental Health First Aid course near you today: []
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We're proud of @selenagomez for prioritizing her #mentalhealth .
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"Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in youth & young adults ages 15-24. There are many factors associated: Social isolation, lack of access to care & knowing someone who has died by suicide." - Dr. Anita Everrett @samhsagov #HeroesofHope #MentalHealth
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“I am here using my celebrity, using my voice, to put a face to this, because I also suffer from depression and anxiety." Thank you to @TherealTaraji for using your voice to advocate for #mentalhealth on Capitol Hill.
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Always remember this. You are not alone!
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This Valentine's Day, remember that you are loved!
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If you're waiting for your teenager to walk up to you and voluntarily tell you everything they're feeling, you'll be waiting a long time. It's up to us to be proactive using @MHFirstAidUSA so we can #BeTheDifference for our young people.
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A new bill in Congress proposes a 3-digit number as the nationwide hotline for suicide prevention and #mentalhealth crisis. Contact your member of Congress and ask them to cosponsor H.R. 4194, the Nat'l Suicide Hotline Designation Act. @NAMICommunicate
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Congratulations @linda_rosenberg for receiving the National Council Lifetime Achievement Award. #NatCon19
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. @Ddlovato is on a mission to spread hope and strength throughout the mental health community. “Imagine the hope we can give back to people by creating widespread support and showing the world that it’s possible to get through the darkest times." #BH365
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Does #mentalillness cause mass violence? A comprehensive report published by the @NationalCouncil Medical Director Institute says no. #EnoughIsEnough
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October is National #BullyingPreventionMonth ! Every day thousands of young people experience bullying from their peers while at school. Let's stop bullying before it starts. Encourage students to be supportive of their peers and remind them that their actions matter. #connectedmh
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#Mentalhealth challenges affect young people at school and beyond -- know how to help! Get trained in @MHFirstAidUSA today! #BeTheDifference
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It's time to recognize #mentalhealth as essential to physical health!
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You are much more likely to see someone in the throes of a mental health or addiction crisis than you are to see someone having a heart attack. That's why we're dedicated to training every American we can to #BeTheDifference with @MHFirstAidUSA : []
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Do you know how to access a crisis center if you're experiencing a mental health emergency? Check out the highlights of our Twitter chat with @800273TALK to learn how you or someone you love can get help immediately. #BH365
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Calling all artists: Help us build awareness of mental health and addiction by sharing your art! If you’ve experienced a mental health or substance use challenge, submit original artwork that reflects your journey for our national #ArtInMind campaign.
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"If you see somebody that's hurting, don't look away. And if you're hurting, even though it might be hard, try to find that bravery within yourself to dive deep and go tell somebody and take them up in your head with you." - @LadyGaga #BH365
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We applaud the @SenateCommerce Committee for unanimously approving S.2661, designating 9-8-8 as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Thank you @SenCoryGardner , @SenatorBaldwin , and Senator @JerryMoran for your leadership.
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Thank you all for joining us at #NatCon19 ! We can’t wait to see everyone next year at #NatCon20 in Austin!
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Your #MentalHealthMonday reminder that #mentalhealth care IS health care. Make your mental health a priority.
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A5: It can be as simple as asking “How are you, really?” Listen and be supportive. #MHMchat
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Is your teen feeling stressed? Here are five ways to help from @MHFirstAidUSA #BeTheDifference
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The holidays can bring on or worsen stress, anxiety, and depression. Check out these coping tips from @NAMICommunicate to help you manage your mental health during the holidays. #thursdaythoughts
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It's Mental Health Monday! Here's a little #mondaymotivation to get you through the day.
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College years can be rough. Did you know 75% of mental illnesses occur before the age of 24? Students on campus are taking control of their mental health. Check out this excellent model for how we can all offer support to peers and coworkers. #BH365
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