Shared Links (weekly) Nov. 20 2022
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Sexual abuse survivors launch national day to encourage others to speak up– The Aussie only came forward when he read another man tell his own story. This is why we speak.
Sexual abuse survivors launch national day to encourage others to speak up– The Aussie only came forward when he read another man tell his own story. This is why we speak.
I strongly agree with this: “My biggest suggestion is that we need to have conversations about mental health with more than just people in the mental health community. I love us, I really do, but talking in circles can only do so much for us. Definitely keep sharing your stories of mental illness through mental…
Even if you’re not interested in the podcast about mental health and religion, keep this page handy. It is chock full of resources of all types for suicide prevention. We need to make sure these resources are handy, and get them to people who need them! https://cxmhpodcast.com/show-notes/2017/9/28/bonus-suicide-prevention-resources
The article below points out what some of us already knew even before this pandemic situation. Yes, there are lots of services out there doing what they can to provide tips for dealing with anxiety, and how to support one another, and the numbers you can call in a crisis. But, there’s desperate shortage of…
Lots of good information in this article: Recognize the signs and know what to do for kids who have endured this trauma. It’s vital that all adults, but especially parents, know what to look for. Children being abused are going to be reluctant to talk about it, and they will do what they can to…
Found this review from a Twitter link. Things We Haven’t Said is a collection of stories. Important stories about surviving sexual violence. – This work contains 25 different stories from both men and women from a variety of backgrounds who have at some point in their lives been subjected to sexual violence. By allowing their words…
Ending Stigma about Suicide
Treating trauma early to help children cope down the line
The Cognitive Distortion Which Severely Hinders Recovery
Depression and the Holidays Often Don’t Mix
Coping with Unintentional Mental Health Stigma
Childhood trauma impacts millions of Americans, and it’s having devastating consequences
Toxic Positivity Is on the Rise. Are You Guilty of Spreading It?
Ottawa passes motion to create national, three-digit suicide prevention hotline
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