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The Hub: Behavioral Health Action Organization for Southwestern CT
A division of the Regional Youth Adult Social Action Partnership (RYASAP)
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In the U.S., 1 in 5 adults and 1 in 6 youth (ages 6 - 17) experience a mental health condition each year.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight the mental health issues impacting millions of lives. Mental Health America began this awareness month in 1949 and they continue to raise awareness every year. Below is a variety of information and resources.
Visit Mental Health America for a variety of resources and free screenings.
New this year - Practical things you can do to improve your mental health
Crisis support
You can also be prepared by taking Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) suicide prevention training.
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Know the Warning Signs
Educate yourself so you can recognize warning signs of mental health conditions
Below are some common signs. For additional signs and more information, visit the NAMI website.
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Excessive worrying or fear
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Feeling excessively sad or low
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Confused thinking or problems concentrating and learning
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Extreme mood changes, including uncontrollable “highs” or feelings of euphoria
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Prolonged or strong feelings of irritability or anger
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Avoiding friends and social activities
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Difficulties understanding or relating to other people
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Changes in sleeping habits or feeling tired and low energy
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Changes in eating habits such as increased hunger or lack of appetite
Prevent a crisis. Reach out to one of the warmlines if you need to talk.
Teach Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Skills
Help children succeed in school and life by teaching social emotional learning (skills). SEL helps them learn to manage emotions, feel empathy and build positive relationships.
Click the chart below from Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) to learn more. You can also download a PDF with detailed information.
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