Understanding the connections between suicide, substance use, the opioid crisis, mental health and interpersonal violence is crucial for addressing the broader public health crisis they represent. These issues are not only serious on their own but also influence each other, making it important to address them both individually and together for a more effective response. […]
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Culture Matters Suicide is the leading cause of death among Asian Americans aged 20-24 years. In Asian American communities, mental health is viewed as a weakness and talking openly about anything emotional (i.e. sadness, disappointments, various life events, etc.) is rarely encouraged. Stoicism rules while physical touch and verbal affirmation can be seen as coddling.
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The horrors of any war and conflict are often quantified by the death and destruction they wreak on nations and communities. Yet, equally catastrophic – and less discussed – are the human rights violations committed in the name of war that leave indelible scars on generations to come and threaten peace and security long after
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We are deeply saddened by the recent surge in hate crimes and violence affecting our communities, both across the nation and here in Georgia. Our hearts go out to all those impacted, including individuals and communities who endure the weight of hate, trauma, and bias resulting from these atrocities, whether directly or indirectly. To support
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Domestic Violence & Stalking January is National Stalking Awareness Month (NSAM), a time to reflect on how stalking and domestic violence intersect. Stalking is a prevalent victimization that often co-occurs with — and increases the risks of — domestic violence. Millions of individuals of all genders are stalked every year in the United States and
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January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Human trafficking cannot be prevented by any one individual, community, organization, or government. To improve the lives of those we serve, we must activate connections throughout the systems that impact individual, family, community, and societal health and well-being. Visit OTIP’s website throughout January for news, resources, and national events.
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Support for Survivors of Murder Suicide/Violence (GA) SAFE HOUSING/SHELTERS RESOURCES IN GA Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence 404-209-0280 List of GA Shelters DomesticShelters.org List of GA Shelters LiveSafeResources 770-427-3390 Transitional Housing & DV Shelter Women’s Resource Center To End Domestic Violence 404-688-9436 Safe House for Survivors Emergency Housing Voucher Program (Not immediate assistance) Pet-Friendly Domestic
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We’re back at it! This April, we are participating again in @NSVRC (National Sexual Violence Resource Center)’s social media campaign challenge #30daysofSAAM, to spread awareness and in honor of survivors of sexual assault, stalking, and bullying. SAAM stands for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This year’s theme is Building Safe Online Spaces Together.
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On day 6 of #Raksha31daysofDVAM, we discuss control as a form of abuse. Some facts: It IS considered domestic violence even when physical violence is not present but there are controlling behaviors. Having to report to your partner when and where you are going every time, it IS a sign of an abusive relationship Coercive
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Raksha sends love, light and healing to our community as we grieve the lives attacked and lost as a result of hate and gender based crimes nationally and locally targeted toward AAPI Communities. In our home state of Georgia, Raksha stands in solidarity with the victims, witnesses, families and community impacted by the shootings at
