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September is National Recovery Month National Recovery Month takes place each September, reminding us that recovery from substance use and mental health challenges is possible. As August gives way to the month ahead, we encourage North Carolina communities to plan meaningful ways to learn, connect, and show support. Recovery is personal, and no two paths […]

Why September Matters for Healing and Hope September gives us two powerful chances to talk honestly about pain, healing, and hope. National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month both lift up the same core truth: people can and do recover, and with the right support, many crises can be prevented. When we talk about […]

How Friends Can Save Lives in a Substance Use Crisis A fun night with friends in North Carolina can change in seconds when someone overdoses. One person steps away to the car and is gone too long, another starts nodding off and will not wake up, or breathing suddenly slows. In that moment, friends and […]

When Every Minute Counts: Knowing Your Crisis Options When a mental health or substance use crisis hits, it can feel confusing and scary. Thoughts race, emotions feel out of control, and it is hard to know what to do first. In those moments, having a simple plan can make a hard situation a little more […]

Stronger Communities Start with Behavioral Health Behavioral health touches every part of community life in North Carolina. When kids head back to school, churches plan fall activities, and workplaces gear up for busy seasons, stress and pressure often rise. During these times, more people quietly struggle with anxiety, depression, or substance use. Behavioral health includes […]

Recognizing Behavioral Health Crises in North Carolina Summers Summer in North Carolina can bring sunshine, cookouts, and time off from school, but it can also bring extra stress that affects mental health. When routines change and the weather gets hot and humid, some people are more likely to feel overwhelmed, use substances, or slip into […]