EveryMind Hotline

Things MoCo teens tell hotline counselors but not their parents. @NWHSPTSA @RMHS_PTSA @BCCPTSA @BlairPTSA @DHSPTSA @ptsa_ehs @einstein_ptsa @GHSPTSA1 @KennedyHS_PTSA @PaintBranchPTA @qoptsa @rockville_ptsa @SherwoodPTSA @springbrookptsa @TSWoottonPTSA ow.ly/ZBqq50Bxf1X

Eight things teens tell us on crisis hotline that they don't tell their parents. @BBYOInsider @BBYODC @Collab_Council @MCPS @FAMILYMagDC @washparentmag @ymcadc @silverspringdcy @YCentralMD @mcpsslu @MCC_PTA @mocoboe rb.gy/tudlab vimeo.com/459896895

Thank you so much @RepRaskin for your kind words to our hard working Hotline Specialists! It touched our hearts and really made a difference to have you recognize the essential work we do. vimeo.com/451475776/956e…

Self-care is different during COVID - sometimes much harder. We are happy to help you brainstorm ideas or just vent. 301-738-2255 every-mind.org/chat

Should you call 9-1-1 if you see someone experiencing mental health issues - 1 perspective huffpost.com/entry/call-pol…

While the start of the school year is typically full of hope and promise, this year is causing stress and anxiety for many. I urge you to take it ‘one step at a time.’ Don’t think about where you want to be, rather where you are each day. You’ve got this! 👏

Back to school (on zoom or in person) this year will bring a lot of stress for kids, parents, teachers, support staff, and more. This tool kit can help. Also we are always here to listen to YOU. 301-738-2255 or every-mind.org/chat

EveryMind offers #MentalHealthFirstAid locally - often at low or no cost thanks to grants from the County. Check out our website for more information every-mind.org

We know not everyone is excited for the weekend. If you want to talk about it - we are here. 301-738-2255 or every-mind.org/chat

Trigger Warning: Suicide “The pandemic created a perfect storm of economic malaise and social isolation, leading many to predict a spike in deaths of despair.” harvardpolitics.com/features/epide…

There is no shame in asking for help. We are all in this together.

In conjunction with @BTWFoundation, #MHACONF20 will host a youth panel that will share perspectives on the best ways to bridge the gap between #mentalhealth resources and those who need them. Learn more and register for the free, virtual conference at mhanational.org/conference.

We are hiring! If you or someone you know is empathic and has some experience (personal or otherwise) with mental health issues and is willing to learn consider becoming a Hotline Specialist. workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default…

Learn the three simple steps that can help you save a life! Register now for QPR on August 24th from 3:30-4:30 pm. ww2.eventrebels.com/er/Registratio…

Physical activity can make a big impact on mental wellness! Glad to see these new faces that will inspire and make a difference. For more info on mental wellness check out every-mind.org

It’s normal to have a smaller window of tolerance during stressful times. (@lindsaybraman)

When people volunteer for a hotline they go through a long, detailed, accredited training. Only 50% pass the training but the people who do really want to be there for you. They really want to help, to listen. 301-738-2255 every-mind.org/chat

"The experience of racism – both direct and indirect in the form of micro-aggressions or exposure to racism via the media – can have a devastating effect on the mental health of black people." Why race matters when it comes to mental health: [bbc.in/3fUrulw] via @BBC

Self-care is different for everyone. Do what works best for you.

The World Health Organisation (@WHO) has ranked #depression as the fourth among the list of the most urgent health issues worldwide and has predicted it to become number two “in terms of disease burden by 2020 overriding diabetes, cancer, arthritis and so on.