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Examples of Love and Devotion

Akintunde, on the far right For 20 years, Akintunde worked as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in Dallas, Arlington and Grapevine, helping men and women who struggled with drug addictions receive appropriate treatment. When he ...
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Four Everyday Actions that Help Fight Depression

Depression is among the most common mental health conditions. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, over 8% of Americans have experienced at least one major depressive episode in the past year. In addition ...
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Stability in the Midst of Poverty and Mental Illness

Mental illness and poverty are often deeply intertwined. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), not only can living with a mental illness increase the risk of living below the poverty ...
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Thoughtfulness That Inspires

When Nicole, a graduate student working toward a master’s degree in social work with a concentration in mental health and substance abuse at the University of Texas at Arlington, heard about The Well Community’s internship ...
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Pets As Comfort Companions

Well Community members Lyndon and Angel with their dogs What’s more comforting than a cat curled up with you after a tiresome day? Or an energetic puppy bounding around the house, its little tail wagging ...
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Four Barriers to Minority Mental Health

Mental illnesses impact people of all ethnicities and backgrounds. While treatment can make these conditions more manageable, many minority populations face challenges that make it more difficult for them to get the care they need. ...
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