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Did you know... #BeThe1To is the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s message for National Suicide Prevention Month and beyond, which helps spread the word about actions we can all take to prevent suicide. The Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Sabias que... #BeThe1To es el mensaje de 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline para el Mes Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio, que ayuda a difundir información sobre las acciones que todos podemos tomar para prevenir el suicidio. La red Lifeline y sus socios están trabajando para cambiar la conversación del suicidio a la prevención del suicidio, a acciones que puedan promover la curación, ayudar y dar esperanza.

Tips for Talking With a Health Care Provider About Your Mental Health Don’t wait for a health care provider to ask about your mental health. Start the conversation. Here are five tips to help prepare and guide you on talking to a health care provider about your mental health and getting the most out of your visit. https://go.usa.gov/xV3hH  #shareNIMH _______________________________________________________________________________________ Consejos sobre cómo hablar con su proveedor de atención médica sobre su salud mental. No espere a que su médico u otro proveedor de atención médica le pregunte sobre su salud mental. Comience usted la conversación. Aquí le damos cinco consejos que le ayudarán a prepararse y le guiarán sobre cómo hablar con su proveedor de atención médica acerca de su salud mental para que aproveche su consulta al máximo. https://go.usa.gov/xvs6p . #shareNIMH

5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain. How can you make a difference in suicide prevention? Learn about what to do if you think someone might be at risk for self-harm by reading these 5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain:https://go.usa.gov/xyxGc  #shareNIMH ________________________________________________________________________________________ 5 medidas que puede tomar para ayudar a una persona con dolor emocional ¿Cómo puede marcar la diferencia en la prevención del suicidio? Aprenda lo que debe hacer si cree que alguien podría estar en riesgo de hacerse daño. Lea estos 5 pasos que puede seguir para ayudar a alguien con dolor emocional: https://go.usa.gov/xyJAd . #shareNIMH

September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. An awareness day always observed with the purpose to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides. El 10 de Septiembre es el Día Mundial para la Prevención del Suicidio. Un día de concientización que siempre se observa con el propósito de brindar compromiso y acción a nivel mundial para prevenir los suicidios.

Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide. For more information, visit https://go.usa.gov/xVCyZ  #shareNIMH El suicidio es complicado y trágico, pero a menudo se puede prevenir. Conocer las señales de advertencia del suicidio y cómo obtener ayuda puede contribuir a salvar vidas. Aprenda sobre los comportamientos que pueden ser una señal de que alguien está pensando en suicidarse. Para obtener más información, visite https://go.usa.gov/xVCyZ  #shareNIMH

Save the number, save a life. Add the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit https://go.usa.gov/xyxGa  for more info. #shareNIMH Guarde el número, salve una vida. Agregue el 988, el número de la Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis a su teléfono ahora. ¡Podría salvar una vida más adelante! Hay especialistas capacitados para casos de crisis disponibles para hablar con usted las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, los 365 días del año. Para obtener más información, visite https://go.usa.gov/xANyj . #shareNIMH

If you’re in crisis, there are options available to help you cope. You can call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at any time to connect with a trained crisis counselor. For confidential support available 24/7 for everyone in the U.S., call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org, or visit https://go.usa.gov/xyxGa . #shareNIMH

Help raise awareness about suicide prevention by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Everyone can play a role to help save lives. Share science. Share hope. https://go.usa.gov/xvWK6  #shareNIMH

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Raise awareness for suicide prevention and treatment, know the risk and warning signs for suicide and what to do in a crisis... For more information visit https://988lifeline.org/

Quick exercises to try during an anxiety or worry episode.

What is Autism? / Que es Autismo? Autism is a neurological disorder. It is part of a group of disorders known as autism spectrum disorders. Currently 1 in 68 children are diagnosed with Autism. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, using language and abstract concepts, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and high function. El Autismo es un trastorno neurológico. Es parte de un grupo de trastornos conocidos como Trastornos del Espectro Autista (TEA). Actualmente se diagnostica con Autismo a 1 de cada 68 niños. En el Autismo las interacciones sociales con otras personas, tanto físicas y verbales no son fáciles de llevar. El autismo daña la capacidad de una persona para comunicarse y relacionarse con otros. También, está asociado con rutinas y comportamientos repetitivos, tales como seguir rutinas muy especificas o arreglar objetos obsesivamente. Los síntomas pueden variar desde severos y leves o de alta función. https://bebo.appmountain.net/education/

Family Treatment Program at our McAllen ISD's Annual Back to School Fair, our one stop to get ready for school, on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at De Leon MS, 4201 N 29th Street, McAllen

The mental health implications of vaping are largely unknown but available data suggest that vaping is associated with mental health changes similar to those seen with combustible tobacco cigarettes. Understanding the mental health impact of “vaping” will be challenging and research is needed. McAllen ISD is a smoking and vaping free District. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7837520/

Staying physically healthy can improve your emotional well-being. Here are some ways to improve your health: Eat healthy. Have fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat or no-fat dairy. Limit foods with unhealthy fats, salt, and added sugars. https://www.cdc.gov/.../healthy-eating-tips/index.html

We are excited to announce that May is Mental Health Awareness Month! McAllen ISD, Family Treatment Program present at the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, accepting Proclamation recognizing Mental Health Awareness.

For many, dangerous coping mechanisms like self-injury are difficult to understand because it goes against the natural human instinct of self-preservation. They can’t imagine being in a state of mind where they would hurt themselves, so they can’t really fathom why anyone else would. That lack of understanding, unfortunately, creates a stigma of shame and embarrassment, making it hard for people who self-harm to get the critical help they need. While any person can self-harm, the largest percentage of people who engage in self-injury are teenagers and young adults. Approximately 17% of teenagers admit to at least one episode of self-harm, according to the National Alliance on Mental Health. To help raise awareness about the hazards of self-harm and other dangerous coping behaviors, South Texas Health System Behavioral will host a virtual discussion entitled “Let’s Talk Dangerous Coping Mechanisms.”

Counselor Recognition Training | McAllen ISD. At McAllen ISD our Counselors make it their top priority to put the needs of our students above all else. On February 20, 2023, the McAllen ISD Counseling department held a training/luncheon for the district's Counselors. During their training they focused on key topics such as emotional intelligence and self-care. Hear what two of our counselors who received special recognition have to say about their experience working for McAllen ISD. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx640-jy5PM