LAWYERS CONCERNED FOR LAWYERS OF PENNSYLVANIA INC

#LCLPA is grateful to be onsite today for the Pennsylvania Bar Association Committee Section Day at the Red Lion Hotel in Harrisburg, PA. Brian S. Quinn, LCL's Education Coordinator, will be presenting "Intervention Strategies for Legal Professionals." The presentation will highlight LCL's invaluable services and how to recognize the early warning signs of distress and impairment due to substance use and mental health challenges. It will also cover best approaches for engaging with an impaired individual, and examine the existing barriers that prevent lawyers from seeking the help they need. If attending, feel free to visit the LCL table to speak with Abbie Dressler, Resource Coordinator at LCL. Abbie can provide you with free literature on a variety of mental health and substance use topics, and if needed, can also help you get started with any of our invaluable services. #LCLPA #PBACommitteeDay #LCLPAresources #substanceuse #mentalhealth #lawyerwellbeing #youarenotalone

In this season of gratitude and reflection, the LCL team recently donated or attempted to donate blood (PTO Free) to help address the critical blood shortage. As an organization, LCL wholeheartedly encourages "paying it forward" and supporting others year-round. Take the time today to see if you can donate by clicking the following link: https://lnkd.in/djVuV_X #LCLPA #LCLPAgivesback #gratitude #savealife #blooddonation #donatebloodtoday #bloodshortage #helpothers

#LCLPA is eternally grateful to all our veterans! We honor the brave men and women who have risked or sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom. Our deepest thanks go to all who have served, and continue to serve, our great country.???? If you or a loved one is a veteran in need of support, please know that help is available. The Veterans Crisis Line is here 24/7. Just dial 988, then press 1, or text 838255 to connect with someone who understands. National Center for PTSD - Access research-backed information and tools for veterans managing PTSD. ?https://lnkd.in/eFcK5ab ? Give an Hour - Offers free mental health support from licensed professionals.? https://giveanhour.org/ ? Headstrong Project - Provides trauma-focused, confidential, cost-free mental health care. ?https://lnkd.in/ezBSPMfy? ? Wounded Warrior Project - Offers a wide range of mental health programs tailored to veterans’ unique needs. ?https://lnkd.in/etDJq-s5. ? American Legion and VFW: Local posts provide community, support networks, and connections to mental health resources. ?https://lnkd.in/gDVSXjGc

Today is #NationalStressAwarenessDay, a day dedicated to highlighting the harmful impacts of stress on our physical and mental health. We understand the immense pressures you face in the legal industry, where the demands of daily life can feel increasingly overwhelming. If this resonates, know there are plenty of free resources available to help lawyers and judges, their family members, and law students deal with mental health and/or substance use challenges. Our 24/7 helpline (1-888-999-1941) is 100% confidential. "Tips and Tricks to Incorporate Mindfulness and Stress Relief Into Your Practice" -?https://lnkd.in/eCTrvhKe "Stress: coping with Everyday Problems" Mental Health America -?https://lnkd.in/e88SVrAe #LCLPA?#LCLPAResources?#stressawareness?#lawyerwellbeing?#mentalhealth?#SubstanceUseAwareness?#legalindustry?#LegalCommunityy?#YouAreNotAlone?#itsokaytoaskforhelp?

November marks Men's Health Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about critical health issues affecting men, including mental health challenges like anxiety and depression, as well as physical conditions such as heart disease. Unfortunately, societal stigma often prevents men from seeking the support they need. By breaking down these barriers, we can encourage more men to prioritize their well-being and access the resources available to them. 5 facts about men's mental health from The Mental Health Coalition (https://lnkd.in/dZCjUU6v) : ??Over 6 million men struggle with depression each year. ??Alcohol dependency impacts 1 in 5 men. ??Men die by suicide more than 4x the rate of women. ??About 10% of patients with anorexia-nervosa or bulimia are men. ??Of those who receive a schizophrenia diagnosis by the age of 30, 90% are men. If this resonates, know there are plenty of free resources available to help lawyers and judges, their family members, and law students deal with mental health and/or substance use challenges. Our 24/7 helpline (1-888-999-1941) is 100% confidential. #LCLPA #LCLPAresources #menshealthmonth #YOUmatter #breakthestigma #mentalhealth #substanceuse #wedorecover #youareNOTalone #lawyers #judges #lawstudents #legalcommunity

#JCJPA is thrilled to be on site and networking for day two of the Judicial Summit at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, PA! If attending, feel free to visit the JCJ table to speak with Laurie Besden, Executive Director of JCJ & LCL. Laurie can provide you with free literature on a variety of mental health and substance use topics, and if needed, can also help you get started with any of our invaluable services. #JCJPA #LCLPA #JCJResources #LCLPAresources #mentalhealth #substanceuse #yourenotalone #judicialsummit

We are deeply grateful to participate in today's Judicial Summit at the stunning Hershey Lodge in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This remarkable event, attended by over 480 judges, probation officers, and mental health professionals, aims to identify priorities and key strategies that will enable courts and communities to better address behavioral health challenges. ?If YOU or someone you know is struggling with substance use or mental health, Judges Concerned for Judges of Pennsylvania (JCJ) provides free, confidential assessments, resources, and support. For more information, visit our website ( https://www.jcjpa.org/ ) or call our 24/7 confidential helpline at 1-888-999-9706. #JCJPA #LCLPA #JCJResources #LCLPAresources #mentalhealth #substanceuse #yourenotalone #judicialsummit

Yesterday, #LCLPA was thrilled to collaborate for the first time in an event like this with the Pennsylvania Board of Law Examiners at Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law. During the event, students' questions (that were anonymously submitted prior) about LCLPA's services and the bar exam process (mainly character & fitness) were addressed. It is imperative to state that #LCLPA remains entirely confidential and operates independently from the Pennsylvania Board of Law Examiners (as well as the other boards of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court). Also pictured, Laurie’s mom, Roberta Besden, and Laurie’s sister, Jaime Cohen. ?? Interesting fact: Peloton lead instructor, Robin Arzon, is a 2006 Villanova University's Charles Widger School of Law graduate! #LCLPA #LCLPAresources #lawstudentwellness #lawstudentmentalhealth #barexam #characterandfitness #youcandothis #legalcommunity

The greatest barrier to achieving success in law school may surprise you. It’s not your fellow students, the competitive grading system, or even your professors; it’s your own self-perception. The true constraints you face are rooted within you, not in your surroundings. Keep in mind that even minor advancements in your personal development can lead to significant improvements in your law school journey. Pinpoint one of these internal challenges and dedicate yourself to overcoming it! ?? ?Check out "I Don't Belong" - Imposter Syndrome in the Legal Profession, ?presented by Brian S. Quinn, Education and Outreach Coordinator here at #LCL. Click the link to learn more! https://lnkd.in/eXW9XzG #LCLPA #LCLPAresources #LawStudents #LawSchool #LawStudentWellness #LawStudentMentalHealth #mentalhealthmatters #ImposterSyndrome #Stress #YouCanDoThis

Law school is widely recognized for its high levels of stress, with research indicating that both lawyers and law students experience depression at rates exceeding those of the general population. In response to this issue, the American Bar Association has established October 10th as #LawStudentMentalHealthDay, coinciding with the World Health Organization's #WorldMentalHealthDay. Today, we aim to raise awareness about the significant levels of stress, anxiety, mental health challenges, and substance use that frequently affect law students, attorneys, and other professionals in the legal field. Let us work together to eliminate the stigma surrounding these challenges! ?? Register for today's FREE collaborative panel ""I Don't Belong": Imposter Syndrome in the Legal Profession. Brought to you by LAWYERS CONCERNED FOR LAWYERS OF PENNSYLVANIA INC & the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eWGZ3ryj ?? Mental Health & Substance Use resources through the ABA: https://lnkd.in/gkGxYktK ?? Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the lead public health and service delivery efforts that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and supports to foster recovery while ensuring equitable access and better outcomes. https://www.samhsa.gov/ ?? Lawyers Depression Project is an online peer-to-peer support group for legal professionals (attorneys, paralegals, law students, and admin) who have suffered from depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, eating disorders, trauma, sexual abuse, addiction, and other mental health conditions, or who just don’t feel quite right.?Confidential and Anonymous. https://lnkd.in/gcEQers ?? 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline : Call or Text 988, chat via 988lifeline.org/chat ?? The Steve Fund supports the mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color. If in Crisis, Text STEVE to 741741. https://www.stevefund.org/ #LCLPA #LCLPAresources #LawStudentWellness #mentalhealth #substanceuse #legalcommunity #breakthestigma #wecare #YouAreNOTAlone #askingforhelpisnotaweakness