Tweaks in state opioid funding could mean big changes for people with addiction
North Carolina lawmakers passed their state budget compromise last week, and there was a noticeable change in the way they described funding to help people with substance use disorder.
Social media posts criticize the 988 suicide hotline for calling the police. Here’s what you need to know.
When the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline launched last month, many mental health providers, researchers, and advocates celebrated. Although a national suicide hotline had existed for years, finally there was an easy-to-remember three-digit number for people to call, they said. The shorter number would serve as an alternative to 911 for mental health emergencies.
What is Anti-Racism?
Anti-racism is a process of actively identifying and opposing racism. The goal of anti-racism is to challenge racism and actively change the policies, behaviors, and beliefs that perpetuate racist ideas and actions.
The Insidious Nature and Absurdity of Stigma
According to Dictionary.com, stigma is “a mark of disgrace or infamy; a stain or reproach, as on one's reputation.” Stigma can be the result of various circumstances or events in…
Two great resources for the black community to care for your mental health.
Anti-racism is a process of actively identifying and opposing racism. The goal of anti-racism is to challenge racism and actively change the policies, behaviors, and beliefs that perpetuate racist ideas and actions.
AFSP resources surrounding COVID-19
We are amid an unprecedented public health crisis, yet we also have an extraordinary opportunity to come together within our families and our communities to improve the understanding of mental…