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Teen Experiencing ‘Mental Health Crisis’ In Saugus Safely Collected By First Responders

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An emergency call pertaining to a suicidal teen on a bridge near Saugus High School resulted in a major response from law enforcement Wednesday. A teenage girl called 9-1-1 for help during a mental health crisis at about 1:20 p.m. Wednesday afternoon, prompting first responders to gather at a bridge over Bouquet Creek near Saugus High School. Emergency responders arriving ...

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How Can A Serious Injury Impact Your Mental Health? 4 Important Things To Know

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Dealing with a serious injury isn’t just a physical uphill battle; it’s like an intense round of emotional dodgeball. When your body takes a hit, your brain’s not far behind, reeling from the impact.   Truth bomb: getting sidelined by an injury can throw you for quite the mental loop. It’s more than just being laid up and binge-watching shows while ...

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Important Ways Southern Californians Can Address Mental Health Concerns

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Mental health, an essential aspect of overall well-being, often remains shrouded in silence, especially in bustling regions like Southern California. With its unique blend of urban sprawl and natural beauty, Southern California presents both challenges and opportunities in addressing mental health concerns. This article explores five key strategies that Southern Californians can employ to improve their mental health and well-being. ...

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Several LASD Employees With Ties To SCV Die By Suicide

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At least three Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department personnel with ties to the Santa Clarita Valley community have died by suicide in recent days. Ed. Note: Help is available. If you or a loved one is experiencing suicidal thoughts or ideation, please call 988 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. At least one reported suicide was of an individual assigned ...

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Parenting In Digital Age: What Should Parents Know About Sexting

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“Sexting” is generally the sharing of suggestive or explicit sexual content online via any technological device. It has been associated with poor mental health, increased sexual behavior, and drug use. Due to the increasing negative impacts attributed to it, including teenage suicide cases, this supposed-to-be harmless consensual sexting is now considered a criminal offense in many states in America, Australia, ...

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Providence Mission Hospital Supports Mental Wellness 

Providence Mission Hospital partnered with Marvin Behavioral Health to support mental wellness. Providence Mission Hospital, a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional care announced a strategic partnership with Marvin Behavioral Health, a trailblazing telehealth platform specialising in mental health services for healthcare professionals. “While we have consistently offered our caregivers and physicians a variety of mental health resources, this ...

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18-Year-Old SCV Mental Health Advocate Graduates From UCLA

As far as she can remember, 18-year-old Azaliah Oduwole, from Santa Clarita, has always helped in every way she could and at every opportunity since she was little. Whether it’s handing fresh food from restaurants to the homeless along with her mother and sisters, volunteering with her older sister Zuriel Oduwole to teach underprivileged youths especially girls a basic film ...

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Santa Clarita’s Barbara Wilson Releases Book On Mental Health

A guidebook to understanding the California Mental Health system has been released by Barbara B Wilson who runs Santa Clarita’s Mental Health Hookup.  The book titled “The Mental Health Handbook: A Guide to Understanding California’s Mental Health System” is set to be released on July 17 and is available for preorder on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.  The guide explores ...

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A Guide To Supporting Executives In Los Angeles Who Want To Overcome Addiction

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Drug addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their social status or professional achievements. Executives in Los Angeles, known for its fast-paced and demanding business environment, are not exempt from the devastating consequences of substance abuse. However, with the right support and resources, overcoming drug addiction is possible. In this blog, we will explore effective ways to help executives in Los ...

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Stop The Stigma Event To Help Residents With Mental Health

A mental health resource event was held on Saturday in Valencia to provide residents of Santa Clarita with mental health resources  On Saturday, Mental Health Hookup and several other organizations hosted “Stop the Stigma: SCV Takes Action.” at Henry Mayo Hospital.  “The purpose of today’s event is to address the number one barrier to people in Santa Clarita to look ...

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