July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month

July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month

Presented by Mental Health America, this month is important for its recognition of BIPOC individuals and their rich histories. While there are stories of resilience born out of oppression, persecution, and abuse, there is immeasurable strength in each of these cultures. In an increasingly diversified America, we acknowledge the specificity of individual and group experiences and how it relates to their beliefs and well-being. BIPOC communities are significantly more likely to develop mental health conditions, and major barriers to mental health treatment are access and the need for understanding mental health services. Read More
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 1 marks the beginning of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Why is this month so important? Globally, 1 in 3 women worldwide has been subjected to either physical or sexual violence in her lifetime. In the U.S., someone is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds. We need to increase awareness about this very real issue now! Read More
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