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Mental Health in the Black Population: A Focus for Black History Month 

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Black History Month serves as a time to reflect on the history, culture and contributions of Black Americans. It is also a time to acknowledge the challenges that continue affecting Black communities today – challenges like the mental health disparity faced by too many individuals in this population. Despite historical advancements in civil rights and […]

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The critical role of conversations in preventing suicide

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For the nation, September 1st marks the beginning of Suicide Prevention Month, and now is a more critical time than ever to elevate the conversation around suicide and its preventability.    Suicide prevention demands a comprehensive approach that encompasses education, support systems and open dialogue. Central to this approach is destigmatization, as destigmatization is far too

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Zarrow Mental Health Symposium opens early bird registration through August 19th

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🌟Here’s your chance to attend a nationally-recognized mental health conference at a special low rate🌟  🎉 Calling all mental health professionals, advocates and supporters! Secure your spot at the 30th annual Zarrow Mental Health Symposium by registering early and enjoying exclusive benefits! This year’s theme is Life Stages: Mental Health Across a Lifetime.  📅 Date:

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MHAOK offers free suicide prevention training during Mental Health Awareness Month

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Today we offered our annual suicide prevention training, called QPR, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. QPR stands for Question Persuade Refer, and it is an hour-long course that teaches lay people how to intervene if they suspect that someone is battling suicidal ideation. It provides anyone the basic tools to keep those in

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The Zarrow Symposium Call for Presentations deadline is extended

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If you missed the April 9th deadline, you have a few more days! The Call for Presentations deadline has been extended to April 15th. See below for more information. The theme for this year’s event is Life Stages: Mental Health Across a Lifetime. We are seeking 60 and 90 minute breakout session proposals where you can

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Resources for those in need

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MHAOK reaffirms its commitment to ensuring all Oklahomans have access to the resources and services they need to thrive. Our goal is to, in collaboration with other extraordinary organizations throughout our state, create a safer, more compassionate community. If you or someone you know is in need of support, please know that there are experts

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Zarrow Mental Health Symposium opens its call for presentations

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Join us as we explore the many influences throughout our lifetime that can shape our mental health, impact our resilience, and support our recovery. The 2024 theme for our Zarrow Mental Health Symposium is “Mental Health Across a Lifetime.” Mental Health Association Oklahoma is seeking symposium presentation proposals from presenters around the globe interested in sharing information

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