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TBI Behaviors Can Hamper Care for Persons in DV Programs
November 18, 2022
Anxiety and memory loss are both consequences of a Traumatic …
Factors Influencing Childhood Ideation about Suicide
November 18, 2022
Suicide rates have been on the rise. For the past …
Virginia’s Lock and Talk Program Deters Potential Suicide Risks
November 18, 2022
Lock up Medications. Lock up Guns. Talk about Safety. These …
Marcus Alert System Moves to 988 Number for Mental Health Crises
November 18, 2022
Despite increased training around how to navigate a mental health …
New Crisis Hotline 988 For Mental Health Issues
November 18, 2022
The existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (NSPL) is a 10-digit number — …
PRS CrisisLink offers Chat/Call Service For Suicide Prevention (Part One)
November 18, 2022
There are any number of reasons why, but the troubling …
PRS CrisisLink Sees Uptick In Families Under Stress (Part two)
November 18, 2022
Who should contact PRS CrisisLink for help: Anyone who feels …
As Suicide Rates Rise, Schools Play A More Active Role in Prevention
November 18, 2022
Schools can play a key role in suicide prevention. In …
“Seize the Awkward” Campaign Seeks To Remove Stigma of Talking about Suicide
November 18, 2022
Suicide is a tragic act that can often be difficult …
VISR Program Screens Military For Crisis/Suicide Preventio
November 18, 2022
The State of Virginia has a sizeable military and veteran …
Removing the Stigma of Talking About Suicide
November 18, 2022
Suicide is not an easy topic to talk about. It …
Virginia Departments Collaborate to Revise Suicide Prevention Guidelines for Students
November 18, 2022
Suicide is a serious public health problem among all age …
Outreach, Connection and Support Are Key Goals of Veteran Support Program
November 18, 2022
The Virginia Veteran and Family Support Program (VVFS) is operated …
Connection and Hope Are Vital for Health and Well Being
November 18, 2022
Communities, both in the sense of place and social groupings, …
Don’t Take Brain Injury Lightly! VA Organization Raises Awareness
November 18, 2022
These days, the danger of brain injury seems to be …
Screening for Brain Injuries Should Be Part of Routine Medical Care
November 18, 2022
Suffering a blow, or repeated blows, to the head, strangulation, …
Brain Injury Screening Should Be Part of Treating Domestic Violence
November 18, 2022
Screening for traumatic brain injuries (TBI) should be part of …
Access to Care Often Hampered By Undiagnosed Brain Injuries
November 18, 2022
Whether it’s a survivor of intimate partner violence, a student …

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