James Donaldson on Mental Health - Statement from NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. on Supporting Mental Health During Times of Community Stress Related to Immigration Enforcement Actions

“Across the country, people are experiencing fear and trauma during times of heightened community stress. As people speak up and seek to be heard, responding with violence is never the answer. These ongoing activities are taking a toll on individuals and families, with particularly deep impact among our country’s tight-knit immigrant communities, leaving many people living with fear and uncertainty. The extent of the direct and vicarious impact can be difficult to fully understand and could have lifetime mental health impact. NAMI stands in solidarity with everyone affected across the country. You are not alone.”

#James Donaldson notes:
Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.
Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.
Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticle
Find out more about the work I do on my 501c3 non-profit foundation
website www.yourgiftoflife.org Order your copy of James Donaldson's latest book,
#CelebratingYourGiftofLife: From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy

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If you or someone you love is feeling overwhelmed, support is available. You can contact the NAMI HelpLine at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text NAMI to 62640, or visit nami.org/help for free, confidential information, referrals, and peer support. If you are in immediate distress or crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7 in English, Spanish, and other languages.

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