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Save these graphics! #SOSChat

A7: @StampStigma, @ABHWorg, and @AFSPNational are all great resources. Of course, @800273TALK is always a great resource if you or someone you know is in a crisis. #SOSChat

A6. Schools & communities can work together to organise workshops, local advocacy drives, training programs, awareness campaigns & strive to be safe spaces - it's never too early or late to have these conversations, and what better place than our schools & communities. #SOSChat

A6: Everyone should learn the warning signs of suicide. We should all also have mental health resources on-hand, encourage everyone to seek help if they need, and to stay connected. #SOSChat

A5: We’re going to flip this 🙈. @NAMICommunicate has a great “guideline” for how to disclose your mental illness to others: buff.ly/2FZvMGA #SOSChat

A4: If someone tells you they're suicidal, please take them seriously and ask direct questions. #SOSChat

A3: Check in and let them know you're worried. Don’t be afraid to be direct. Tell them there's help available and offer to help them find it. #SOSChat

We always have to share this graphic from @afspnational! #SOSChat

A2: Something to look out for is a change in behavior or the presence of new behaviors. If a person talks about feeling hopeless or being a burden to others, it’s important that you take action. #SOSChat

@EPICLongIsland Great tips! It's especially important now to focus on how isolation can play a role. Thank you for mentioning this! #SOSChat

A2: Signs include: Talking about suicide, feeling trapped, being a burden to others, withdrawal & isolation, changes in sleeping or eating habits, increased use of alcohol or drugs, looking for methods to use, giving away personal possessions. #SOSChat

A1: Studies show that half of those who will develop mental health conditions show symptoms by age 14. Unfortunately, signs are often ignored and not met with support for the child. Read more from @MentalHealthAm here: buff.ly/2rtPtl8 #SOSChat

We are a remote social media agency specializing in mental health nonprofits. We're tweeting from New Jersey today! #SOSChat

Happening now! #SOSChat

A8: Wow. There have been so many great resources shared on today’s chat! We have so many tweets bookmarked. #MHMChat

A7: We will continue to have the necessary resources on-hand in case they are needed. We will also continue to share as many resources as possible. #MHMChat

A6: 🚨 Mental health is just as important as physical health. 🚨 #MHMChat

@YouthMOVE @StampStigma As a social media professional, that's probably average! #MHMchat

@StampStigma Is 13 hours of scrolling too much? Asking for a friend.... #MHMchat

Love this idea. It's easy to get stuck scrolling through Twitter (let's be honest - its' TikTok). Set daily limits on your your phone so you know when you might need a break. #MHMChat

A5: Although taking steps to chat with friends and family is important, you shouldn’t hesitate to reach out if you need help. If virtual appointments are an option for you, take advantage of it when you can. #MHMChat

A4: Social media can be a great tool to stay connected. Even this Twitter chat is helping us stay more social right now. #MHMChat

@afspnational @MentalHealthAm @NAMICommunicate A3: @APA has also compiled a list to help community members find local mental health resources during the COVID-19 crisis here: buff.ly/2UVohel #MHMChat

A3: Even though access to mental health services can be even more difficult to find now, check out these compiled list of resources from @afspnational (buff.ly/34UuRVI), @mentalhealtham (mhanational.org/covid19), & @namicommunicate (nami.org/covid-19-guide). #MHMChat