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Support and Hope: Essential Resources for Suicide Prevention Month

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September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time for communities to come together to raise awareness about mental health and promote life-saving conversations. With over 700,000 lives lost to suicide each year, it’s essential to know how to help. In this blog, we share key resources and hotlines to support those in crisis and their loved ones, empowering everyone to take part in prevention efforts.

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The Rising Mental Health Crisis: Bridging the Gap by Increasing Access to Care

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month and we’re addressing the rising mental health crisis among youth by sharing about the trends and contemporary stressors playing a big part. Learn how Camber is making a difference and how you can help.

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Know the Risk Factors, Warning Signs of Suicide in Teens

Did you know that young people 10 to 24 years old account for 14% of all suicides? This surpasses 6,500 deaths each year, making suicide the third leading cause of death for teens. As caregivers, it is important to know the warning signs and risk factors.

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Inclusive Language in Mental Health: The Power of Communication

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Using inclusive language when it comes to mental health is important and creates a more supportive environment.

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How to Talk to Your Child About Gender and Sexuality

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Talking about gender and sexuality with kids helps them feel seen, heard and supported, and leads to healthier future relationships.

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KVC Health Systems Receives Kansas SPARK Grant, Igniting $53M Campaign to Build Mental Wellness Campus

Children's Mercy Olathe + Camber Mental Health Inpatient Hospital and Campus in Olathe, Kansas opening late 2024 - Image is from groundbreaking event and includes elected officials Sharice Davids, Jerry Moran, Laura Kelly and others, along with Jason Hooper, Paul Kempinski, Kent Sunderland, Randy Vance, Ron Ryckman

KVC Health Systems, with a key partner and philanthropic supporters, is expanding inpatient pediatric and adult mental health treatment in Kansas City.

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A Year in Review: Camber Children’s Mental Health Makes a Positive Impact for Kansas Children in 2022

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The dedication of our professional team, volunteers, donors and community support shines through in Camber Children’s Mental Health’s 2022 impact report. We are proud of our growth throughout the past […]

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What You Need to Know About the Suicide Prevention Hotline Changing to 988

The number 988 will become a national suicide prevention hotline to help those experiencing mental distress receive efficient, expert support. Read this blog for everything you need to know.

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KVC Hospitals Is Now Camber Children’s Mental Health

KVC Hospitals is now Camber Children’s Mental Health. Learn more about this change and Camber’s expansion of services coming in 2023.

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How to Prevent Suicide Attempts From Over-the-Counter Medications

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As youth suicide attempts from OTC medications increase, learn about important steps for prevention and how to educate children and teens.

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