Supporting a Friend or Family Member with Mental Illness

Supportive friends and family can play an important role in the mental health recovery process. But all too often, people respond negatively or dismissively when someone discloses that he/she has a mental health disorder. It is important to remember that mental health disorders are just as real as physical illnesses and that a person cannot just “snap out of it.” Attend this seminar to learn ways to help friends or family when initially diagnosed and going forward. Learn the importance of being an educated friend/family member in order to assist appropriately.

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