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Psychiatric Emergencies


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TW: self-harm, psychiatric emergencies 

This week Maryellen talks all about psychiatric emergencies: 

  • Why psychiatric emergencies are important to talk about 
  • The mental hygiene law 
  • The importance of safety relating to psychiatric emergencies 
  • The problem with current resources  
  • Systemic issues within health care 

  • If you need assistance locating long-term mental health resources, talking through a problem, or exploring mental health treatment options, call 211 to speak with someone who can help.

    Additional resources include the help hotline: 1-800-273-TALK or suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

    Always call 911 first if you or someone you love may be a danger to themselves or others.

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