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You Are Not Alone
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. You Are Not Alone. March 31, 2015. Mental health conditions are common among teens. 1 in 5 live with a mental health condition; half develop the condition by age 14 and three quarters by age 24. For some, experiencing the first signs can be scary and confusing. Discussing what you are going through with others is an important first step to getting help. Speaking up and asking for help is a sign of strength. For support or visit NAMI.
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Mental Health Initiatives
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. Stigma is a sign or sense of disgrace that sets someone apart from others. When people living with a mental health condition are defined or labeled by their condition, they may become part of a stereotyped group that experiences shame, blame and secrecy. Social stigma may include prejudice, exclusion and discrimination toward Read More. Minority Mental Health Awareness. May is Mental Health Month. Mental health parity is now a reality....
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Hope Starts with YOU
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. Hope Starts with YOU. November 9, 2014. For many of the men and women who have served our country, the battle for mental health can be a daily challenge. The visible and invisible wounds that many carry can be life-threatening in ways that are sometimes difficult to understand. And when a veteran is struggling with a mental health challenge, their families are often struggling as well. Every 65 minutes a veteran loses their life to suicide.
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Events
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. NAMI Monroe County walked in support of mental illness advocacy and stigma elimination during Mental Illness Awareness Week while partnering with NAMI Dane County. We are raising funds in hopes to implement more opportunities in Monroe County (and surrounding areas) and, so far, we're doing pretty well. At the Walk event, NAMI Monroe won 1st place in Read More. Mental Illness Awareness Week. Connect 4 Mental Health.
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Suicide Prevention
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness, share resources and help others find support and understanding. Many individuals are not aware of the warning signs of suicide and are not prepared if a crisis does happen. By talking about suicide prevention and working on steps to reduce risk, we can Read More. Connect 4 Mental Health. Mental Illness Awareness Week. Contact NAMI Monroe County.
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Recovery
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. The recovery journey is unique for each individual. There are several definitions of recovery; some grounded in medical and clinical values, some grounded in context of community and successful living. One of the most important principles of recovery is this: recovery is a process, not an event. The uniqueness and individual nature of recovery must be honored. Connect 4 Mental Health. Mental Illness Awareness Week.
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Continue the Conversation
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. November 9, 2014. One area of real promise is early intervention before crises occur. Mental illnesses are diseases that strike early: the symptoms for approximately 50 percent of lifetime cases appear by age 14 and 75 percent by age 24. Becoming a member of NAMI Monroe County. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window). Share on Facebook (Opens in new window). Click to share on Google (Opens in new window). Connect 4 Mental Health.
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Awareness
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. NAMI Monroe County walked in support of mental illness advocacy and stigma elimination during Mental Illness Awareness Week while partnering with NAMI Dane County. We are raising funds in hopes to implement more opportunities in Monroe County (and surrounding areas) and, so far, we're doing pretty well. At the Walk event, NAMI Monroe won 1st place in Read More. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness, sh...
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In in a Crisis
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. In in a Crisis. 800) 273-TALK or (800) SUICIDE. The Information HelpLine is an information and referral service which can be reached by calling 1 (800) 950-NAMI (6264), Monday through Friday, 10 am- 6 pm, EST. Business callers, including those seeking particular NAMI staff members, should call 1 (703)524-7600. Girls and Boys Town National Hotline. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. National Youth Crisis Hotline. Alcohol and Drug Helpline.
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Advocacy
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NAMI Monroe County Blog. NAMI Monroe County Blog. If in a Crisis. Stigma is a sign or sense of disgrace that sets someone apart from others. When people living with a mental health condition are defined or labeled by their condition, they may become part of a stereotyped group that experiences shame, blame and secrecy. Social stigma may include prejudice, exclusion and discrimination toward Read More. Hope Starts with YOU. Over a year ago we joined with businesses, community leaders, advocates, governmen...
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