Conversation Starters – How to Talk to a Friend About Mental Health or Drugs

The CDC has released helpful resources and videos to help people talk to their friends about mental health challenges or substance use concerns. The resources provide support on choosing conversation starters, preparing for the conversation, and include a list of additional resources which can provide for help.

Learn more and access the webpage here.

View additional conversation starters from SAMHSA here.

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In the event of a mental health or substance use crisis, call to connect with a licensed counselor, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Bilingual support and medications to assist with recovery are available.

Call, chat, or text 988