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May is National Mental Health Awareness Month

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Take Action for Yourself

Taking care of ourselves and our own physical and mental health is important to overall wellness.  Finding ways to support our own mental health through self care, setting boundries or by reaching out for support can have a lasting impact.   Check Out MHA's calendar that features 31 days and 31 ways to support your own mental health

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Take Action for Others

You don't need to be an expert to make a difference!

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CHECKING  IN

Often it's as easy as just checking in with someone you feel might need a bit of support.  Reaching out lets someone know you care and  that is a great start to helping them  feel better.

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​PROVIDE RESOURCES

Knowing where to direct folks for help is also super important .  Familiarize yourself with the resources available or click on the link below to see our list

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Take A
Screening Test

Ever wonder if what your feeling could be a mental health condition?  Screenings are free and confidential.  

Online screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.

Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible.

Let's Turn Awareness into ACTION!

BECOME A MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AIDER

Learn how to recognize early signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge and how to tackle those difficult conversations by becoming certified in Mental Health First Aid.  Our Epic Project has certified close to 100 MHF Aiders here on the OBX!  

MORE INFO

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