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Our goal is Mental Wellness in Music City. We're here to help you and your loved ones do more than sing the blues - while supporting, educating & advocating.

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We’re excited to announce two FREE upcoming educational sessions with local experts. ⬇️

Register for "Psychiatric Care of Serious Mental Illness in the Community:" https://t.co/c68TxMkeis

Register for "Understanding Psychiatric Medications:" https://t.co/PCvgpgaOG5

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Noticing behavior or mood changes in yourself or your loved ones can help prevent devastating outcomes. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat https://t.co/htOT2Nk4LZ.
#bethe1to #suicidepreventionweek #suicideprevention

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We all experience overwhelm; sometimes, so much that it feels like we can’t catch a break. While your schedule might not allow for extended mindfulness sessions, these small moments can help you ground yourself. cc:@huffpost

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After finishing his documentary "Stutz," which features his journey with a therapist, actor Jonah Hill won't be promoting his films as a result of the progressive worsening of anxiety attacks involving media appearances and public-facing events.

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We all have good days and bad days, but when you're coping with a mental illness, the bad days can feel especially hard. Here are some simple self care ideas when you find yourself in a funk.

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Call for participants! We're looking for individuals living with mental health conditions to participate in a FREE project to create visual stories expressing their thoughts and emotions. If interested, please email [email protected] or call 615-891-4724.

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In this free two-hour webinar hosted by @NAMI_Tennessee in partnership with the Tennessee Parity Project, you will learn history and laws around insurance parity, what parity violations look like, and how to file complaints/appeals. Register: https://t.co/95fiP2RxML

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All throughout the month of August, @actionhappiness is sharing daily actions to create a wave of kindness in the world. Today's action is all about fostering friendships that are near and dear to us! Who are you reaching out to today?

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You are not alone in your grief journey. GriefShare is a 13-week grief recovery support group led by Christ Church Nashville where you can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one. You can find more event details and register at https://t.co/drnXMyyLnp.

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We are offering a FREE, 8 week session of our evidenced-based Family-to-Family class. The in-person class is facilitated by individuals who have firsthand experience with family members dealing with mental health issues. Register ➡️ https://t.co/ZBVBAd6q7V

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Trying to tell the difference between what expected behaviors are and what might be the signs of a mental illness isn't always easy. Each illness has its own symptoms, but here are a few common signs to look out for.

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Access matters. Inclusion matters. Today, we celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act that works to increase equity and inclusion for people with disabilities across all aspects of American society, including employment.

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We love seeing people out in the community moving and bonding over mental wellness. 👏

📷: @betsyderr on Instagram

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Sometimes it's hard to put feelings into words. That's what makes art therapy such a valuable tool for coping with mental illness.

What's your favorite way to make art? 🎨

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988 will finally be available to every caller nationwide starting this Saturday, July 16. Anyone can call or text 988 (or chat at https://t.co/htOT2N2tnp) and be connected to trained crisis counselors that are part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline network.

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If you are living with schizophrenia it is important to remember that this condition, alone, is not all of who you are. If you're struggling, we urge you to consider joining a support group or attending our peer social group. Learn more at https://t.co/Ckcmga4tEs.

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Mental health conditions do not discriminate based on race, color, gender or identity. However, background and identity can make access to mental health treatment much more difficult. We offer free support groups for individuals of all cultures, backgrounds and experiences.

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July can be a triggering time for those with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) due to heightened firework activity. Here are some tips to help prepare and cope.

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Distressing news cycles can trigger feelings of anxiety and depression. Don't forget to prioritize your mental health, even if it means unplugging.

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Happy #InternationalYogaDay! How are you centering yourself today?