'To this day, even though they can cry out in agony when situations that are reminiscent of what they experienced become too much, they also help us handle whatever life brings our way.'

Read Jamie's story: buff.ly/3vvIlsR #StampOutStigma

'One night [my wife] confronted me about what has been going on. I debated with whether or not I would tell her or stay in that “I’m fine” zone. I broke down and started to open up to her. It was the best thing I have done.'

Tony's story: buff.ly/3PBg1fh. #StampOutStigma

When was the last time you took PTO?

Too long ago? — book the trip, take a break.

Take part in National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® and empower teens to find strategies to cope with stress and support their mental health with Nurturing My Mental & Emotional Health and Stressed Out activities offered by NIDAnews: buff.ly/4cnFBhG #NDAFW

In case you needed a reminder:

You are not falling behind.
Your feelings are valid.
You deserve good things.

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🗣️📢 Educators & teens! Do you know how to respond to someone experiencing an overdose? Take the new #NIDA Kahoot!! quiz to learn what signs to be aware of and how to take action as a bystander. loom.ly/mi8q73M #NDAFW

Do your teens know what causes drug overdoses and how to save a life using naloxone? Test their knowledge during #NDAFW with this new Kahoot! quiz from NIDAnews 👉
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#SelfCare is an essential part of mental & physical health. Take the extra 24 hours today as a chance to prioritize yourself. #FistDayOfSpring #Spring

This could look like:
✨ Meditating ☀️ Going outside 📔 Reading ✏️ Writing 🎶 Listening to music samhsa.gov/find-support/h…

Make an impact this National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® March 18-24!

Get started with science-based resources and activities on substance use prevention and mental health support: buff.ly/490VFTV #NDAFW

It’s National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week®!

Join us in empowering young people to learn the science of substance use: buff.ly/4cmnMji. #NDAFW NIDAnews

Calling all mental health and substance use prevention specialists!

Don’t forget to plan an activity for National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® from March 18-24. Register to join today! buff.ly/3wXPB15 #NDAFW

Every journey with substance use disorders is unique, but no one should feel alone. By sharing your story, you're not only breaking down barriers but also paving the way for others to seek help. Your voice matters. buff.ly/3Ip8oVj

Good morning! Getting back into a routine after the weekend can be difficult. Take a moment for yourself this morning. 💚

🎨: DeStress Monday

Good morning!

🗣 You deserve a break.
🗣 You deserve happiness.
🗣 You deserve to put your mental health first.

Mental health and substance use disorders continue to be misunderstood and rarely discussed.

We must educate and motivate ourselves and others to continue sharing their mental health stories. Share your story today: stampoutstigma.com/shareyourstory. 💚

Be easy on yourself this week. It's okay if you don't mark everything off your to-do list. ☀️

Be kind to yourself today. Ease back into your routine. You got this. 💪

Be sure to check-in and take time for yourself this weekend. 💚

Reminder: Talking openly about your mental health and recovery does so much to help push the dialogue forward and remind those who struggle that they are not alone. 💚

Learn the 5 action steps for helping someone in emotional pain to prevent suicide from the NIH. Measures include:

👉 Ask
👉 Keep Them Safe
👉 Be There
👉 Help Them Connect
👉 Stay Connected

Learn more: buff.ly/49sCW4I.