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What a Difference a Friend Makes

Welcome! This site is here for people living with mental illness—and their friends. You'll find tools to help in the recovery process, and you can also learn about the different kinds of mental illnesses, read real-life stories about support and recovery, and interact with the video to see how friends can make all the difference.

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Multicultural Campaigns

Anyone can experience mental health problems. Get information, hear stories on support and recovery, and learn how to help people in your community:

  • - African American:  View real-life stories and resources to help in the recovery process.

  • - En Español: Conoce herramientas que te ayudarán apoyar a un amigo con problemas mentales.

  • - 中文: 您的支持是最寶貴的禮物,幫助支持有精神健康困擾的親人或朋友康復.

  • - American Indian: Learn myths and facts about mental health problems, and see how you can make a positive impact.

Getting Better All The Time

Myths and facts about mental illness

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Breaking the Myths About Mental Illness

Myths and facts about mental illness

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