Peer Support Specialists… they are you and me, they are the nice lady that you spoke to the other day that changed your life in some way. They are that person that said that thing and it has stuck with you. They are a sounding board, they are a friend. They care what happens to […]
The Marius Maximus Foundation is committed to raising awareness about mental health and combating the stigma associated with it. One of our significant initiatives, the Faces of Suicide Awareness Walk, stands as a powerful testament to their dedication. In this blog post, we will delve into the importance of this event and how it sheds […]
How does mental health and substance abuse go together? Well, let’s look at that. Mental health affects over 48.3 million Americans a year. Mental health ailments more often than not go hand in hand with substance abuse, most individuals that turn to substance abuse do so not because of choice, but because of circumstances. Some […]
Mental health has always been stigmatized. As a society we keep our mental health in the dark, we hide behind our smiles and masks pretending to be okay. My question would be this. Does hiding our emotions impact our children and the way they perceive the world? According to an article by NIHM (National Institute […]
CategoriesVolunteersTo volunteer your time for the benefit of others, is the greatest gift any one could ever give. The way the world is today, with hate, racism, religious differences, a great divide between our people, who all bleed the same, being a volunteer can and will make a change even if it is just small […]
CategoriesVeteransThis information is for veterans who feel that they may suffer from PTSD, and who do not know how to seek help. Help is out there, we understand, and we want to help. Please know that you are not alone, you do not need to fight this battle alone. You are needed, you are loved […]
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