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The Well is a community of people working to bring love and health to adults living with serious mental illnesses, empowering them through community.

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Are you doing #PrimeDay shopping? Consider adding a few items from the Well's Amazon wishlist to your cart! It's easy to shop and have your purchases sent directly to us, helping us serve our members amid the challenges of serious mental illnesses. https://t.co/mluHwGNSUC

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Many men who live with mental illness are loving and much-loved fathers. In honor of #fathersday, we're sharing the story of John, who was a beloved Well Community member, told by his daughter. https://t.co/xMiImWzBz9

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"At the Well Community, each member is encouraged to shed the preconceptions others have heaped on them and to just be themselves. No labels, no stigma. Just unique individuals, made in the image of God, with dignity and worth." Read more:
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June, #mensmentalhealthmonth, is the perfect time to notice and speak up about this issue for the sake of all of the men in our communities. Here are five key things to know about mental health in men. https://t.co/pH8F0y9ozc

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Did you know that, compared to women, men are four times as likely to die by suicide? Male deaths represent 79% of suicides, amounting to roughly 100 men dying by suicide every day—over 36,000 each year. #MensMentalHealthMonth

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Big thanks to Charmaine and Marcus Oladell (Co-Chairs of this year's Monster Mash Halloween Bash!) and Jennifer and Andrew Snow, who brought their families to serve at Thursday Night Life Tonight! We're so thankful for good friends like these!

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Though approximately one in five men lives with mental illness, their mental health is often downplayed or overlooked. Read more in our latest blog: https://t.co/sfEsDaIrUm

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It can be difficult to understand the impact of stigma if you haven't experienced it yourself. In this piece for @bphope4Bipolar, individuals living with bipolar disorder help see what it's like. https://t.co/STRGUD1Yh4

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When coming alongside someone struggling with their mental health, what you don't say can be as important as what you do say. From @WebMD eight things not to say: https://t.co/ty3tRtpBCc

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Wise words from Church and Mental Health during #MensMentalHealthMonth: "The Church has a unique opportunity to become a place where men can experience healing rather than hiding. Scripture reminds us that God does not shame us for our struggles."
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It's #MensMentalHealthMonth! Throughout this month, we'll be sharing some must-know facts about what @NAMICommunicate calls "a silent crisis in men’s mental health — one that too often goes unnoticed or unspoken."

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As #mentalhealthawarenessmonth come to an end, it's important to remember that mental health awareness is just the first step. On its own, increasing awareness doesn’t necessarily help those who are struggling get the help they need. Here's why. https://t.co/rRMZGl3sjC

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The language we use and our openness about mental health struggles have paved the way for better discussions and improved attitudes about mental illness, and they’re primed to continue to chip away at misconceptions. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

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Yes! As this article from Church And Mental Health says, "The Beatitudes remind us that God’s Kingdom belongs not to those who have everything together, but to those who recognize their need for Him." https://t.co/qQzRAKboOf

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Did you know? Texas ranks 50th among states in access to mental health care. This reflects both a lack of access to qualified providers and a low rate of insurance that covers treatment for mental illnesses.
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Here are six ways you can become an advocate for those living with mental illnesses by being able to help others gain awareness. https://t.co/mjEyn9rbB0

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"What makes the Well Community unique is the genuine sense of belonging that exists there. ... The Well creates an environment where people feel seen, valued and accepted, and I think that makes a huge difference in recovery and overall well-being."
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In honor of #mentalhealthawarenessmonth, the mother of one of our members shares how she has grown in understanding about mental illness over her lifetime. https://t.co/bmTqzVX7q3

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In honor of #mentalhealthawarenessmonth, the mother of one of our members shares how she has grown in understanding about mental illness over her lifetime. https://t.co/bmTqzVX7q3

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Did you know? Those living with mental illnesses are nearly three times as likely to suffer from a substance use disorder: 34.5% compared to 12.5%. These compounding challenges are known as dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders.
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