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Studies?have found that creative expression and exposure to the arts have wide-ranging effects on cognitive and psychosocial health. Engaging in art activities may even delay cognitive decline in very old age. #FunFactFriday #MentalHealthAwareness For resources, go to www.thrivingmind.org

Protect youth mental health For help: https://lnkd.in/d4zpTDUj Proteja la salud mental de los jóvenes Para obtener ayuda: https://lnkd.in/d4zpTDUj

What is CORE? The Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) Network is an initiative designed to establish a coordinated system of care for those seeking treatment for opioid use disorder. Patients seeking treatment for other substance use disorders can also benefit from CORE. To learn more: https://lnkd.in/eY3vg7fw

Did you know Thriving Mind has a team specialized in helping families navigate mental health and substance use treatment services for children and youth? Go to https://lnkd.in/d4zpTDUj?for resources

Something to look out for when concerned that a person may be suicidal is a change in behavior or the presence of entirely new behaviors. These signs are of sharpest concern if the new or changed behavior is related to a painful event, loss, or change. Most people who take their lives exhibit one or more warning signs, either through what they say or what they do. Pay attention and listen. Go to https://lnkd.in/egRDFJma for resources.

Take these daily actions to care for your mental health, and with the 988 Florida Lifeline, get your health back on track. For support, go to https://lnkd.in/egRDFJma

Studies?have found that the caffeine present in coffee contributes to significant decreases in a person’s risk of depression. The caffeine present in tea also has protective effects against depression, but is less effective than coffee. #FunFridayFact #MentalHealth

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Supporting Young Minds Mental Health America and Thriving Mind offer tools to help youth, caregivers, educators and more. For resources go to: https://lnkd.in/e_SG_tW7 and https://lnkd.in/d4zpTDUj -- Apoyo a las mentes jóvenes Mental Health America y Thriving Mind ofrecen herramientas para ayudar a los jóvenes, cuidadores, educadores y más. ? Para obtener recursos, visite: https://lnkd.in/e_SG_tW7 y https://lnkd.in/d4zpTDUj

Thank you to legislators for taking the time this week to meet with our CEO Dr. John Newcomer, CFO Steve Zuckerman, COO Laura Naredo and Board Chair Paul Imbrone to discuss funding priorities around mental health and substance use treatment and prevention in our region. Our team met with: Rep. Hillary Cassel, Rep Ashley Gantt (who sits on Thriving Mind’s board of directors), Rep. Sam Garrison, Sen. Erin Grall, Sen. Shevrin “Shev” Jones, Rep. Lauren Melo, Sen. Jason Pizzo, Rep. Felicia Robinson, Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez, Rep. Mike Redondo, and Rep. Marie Woodson.