Screening for Substance Misuse. The VA has developed a brief questionnaire to help Veterans identify possible signs or symptoms of a substance use disorder, completely confidential myhealth.va.gov/mhv-portal-web… #Missouri #Veterans

The Missouri Veterans Suicide Prevention Team trained 109 Legion members in Question, Persuade, Refer during the Missouri The American Legion state convention. Members learned to recognize the warning signs of suicide and how to provide help. #Missouri #SuicidePrevention #Veterans

Missouri Buddy Check 22 Day. Financial hardships may increase the risk of suicide. Help is available. Veterans Affairs FINVET makes it easier for #Veterans to navigate their financial journey. mirecc.va.gov/visn19/finvet/ When you “check in” today, share FINVET. #mobc22day #Missouri

Mental health and substance use disorders share some underlying causes, including changes in brain composition, genetic vulnerabilities, and early exposure to stress or trauma. #Missouri #veterans #militaryfamilies #mentalhealth #substanceusedisorder

MyPrime is available to #Missouri service members, #Veterans, and their families through the Missouri National Guard. This online course is free and helps to curb substance use behaviors before clinical treatment is needed. #servicemembers #militaryfamilies #substanceusedisorder

Too many of Missouri's service members, Veterans and their family members are dying by suicide, we need your help to change this. Looking for military-connected volunteers to provide no cost, suicide prevention training in communities across #Missouri. #veterans #MilitaryFamilies

Have you lost interest in things you used to enjoy? Do you avoid being around people? Are you feeling intensely sad or hopeless? Listen to veterans talk about their experiences with depression and recovery. youtu.be/-FYJRf5JNgA #Missouri #veterans #depression

Remember, you're stronger than you think. Embrace your inner strength and keep moving forward.

Community-based programs that offer a variety of services to support mental health. Reach out today. dmh.mo.gov

How you feel can affect your ability to carry out everyday activities. Here are 6 strategies for improving your emotional health. nih.gov/health-informa… #Missouri #wellness #Veterans

Targeted Care for Mental Health Issues Rolling Out Across Department of Defense dvidshub.net/news/478235/ta… #Missouri #ServiceMembers #MentalHealth

Giving Your Child a Happy, Healthy Start. Every parent wants to raise a happy, healthy, well-adjusted child. Here are some ways to help your children get healthy and happy. militaryonesource.mil/health-wellnes… #Missouri #militaryfamilies

Another tool for self-care (by Verywell Mind) Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is an anxiety-reduction technique that involves alternating tension and relaxation in all of the body's major muscle groups. verywellmind.com/how-do-i-pract… #Missouri #selfcare #wellness #veterans

Join us today, check in on someone. If they need help, be there for them. #mobc22day #Missouri #suicideprevention

Can you tell the difference between a mental health myth and fact? samhsa.gov/mental-health/… #Missouri #Veterans

Learn more about the facts of Methadone maintenance dmh.mo.gov/media/pdf/meth… #Missouri #Veterans #Recovery

We hope you join us this month in supporting suicide prevention #Missouri #servicemembers #Veterans #militaryfamilies #SPM24 #SuicidePrevention

We can all learn to recognize the warning signs and risk factors of suicide so we can offer hope and help to someone who may be thinking of or at risk for suicide: 988lifeline.org/how-we-can-all… #SuicidePrevention #SPM24 #Missouri

Today 1pm (EST) join the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention #BeThere Twitter/X Chat for a discussion on enhancing suicide prevention strategies, promoting open, safe, and effective communication, and important resources like 988. theactionalliance.org/bethere

Suicide Rates and Selected County-Level Factors-United States, 2022. CDC report on suicide rates and selected county-level factors. Rates were lowest in counties with highest health insurance coverage, broadband Internet access, and income. cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/7… #Missouri