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Grief can have a tremendous impact on a person’s mental health and lead to depression, anxiety, sleep issues and isolation. County employee Elene Bratton lost her son Jamie more than 20 years ago. Her painful journey that followed taught her the importance of support systems and to honor her grief.
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San Diegans are invited to walk together for mental health at the annual San Diego NAMI Walks and Mental Wellness Expo this Saturday, April 27, 2024. This year’s theme is “I am NAMIWALKS.”
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Lisa Garcia is a survivor. She attempted suicide twice. Today, she is thankful for every day, every milestone and every celebration. This is her story.
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After years of declines, confirmed suicide deaths in San Diego County rose to 360 in 2022, slightly more than the 358 recorded in 2021, which was the lowest number of deaths in 10 years.
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People accused of low-level, non-violent crimes will be redirected away from jails. The County Board of Supervisors approved this major shift in direction with the Alternatives to Incarceration plan.
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Walking, creating art or even doing Tai-Chi can help improve your mental health and you can do it all at one place this Saturday, April 29 at the 19th annual San Diego NAMIWalks and Mental Wellness Expo.
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A partnership between Paradise Valley Hospital and the County was celebrated today with an official unveiling of the Crisis Stabilization Unit at the Bayview Campus.
