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Crisis Intervention for Children, Teens, and Adults

When a person experiences a mental health crisis, immediate and qualified support can make a significant difference. Connecticut offers various services to assist individuals facing emotional or behavioral emergencies. Mobile crisis teams, comprised of mental health professionals, intervene in situations where an individual’s well-being or the safety of others is at risk. These teams can visit people at home or in community settings, providing crucial support during a difficult time.

For children and teenagers in crisis, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) offers Mobile Crisis Intervention Services. By dialing 2-1-1, parents, school personnel, case managers, or even the child themselves can connect with trained staff who will link them to the appropriate local mobile crisis team. This ensures children receive the support they need in a familiar and comfortable environment.

Similarly, the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) provides similar services for adults experiencing a mental health crisis.  Through crisis hotlines, mobile teams, emergency rooms, and walk-in clinics, adults can access immediate intervention and support. It’s important to remember that empathy and understanding are crucial during a crisis.  The resources available in Connecticut aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for those in need.

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Coping with a Crying Baby

Caring for a crying baby can be incredibly stressful for parents, especially when nothing seems to soothe them. It’s important to remember that most cases of child physical abuse, including Shaken Baby Syndrome, happen when a parent becomes overwhelmed and loses control. To help prevent this, consider the following strategies: For more information, visit https://uwc.211ct.org/crying-baby-tips-for-coping-tips-for-managing-stress/ 

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Quitlines and Smoking Cessation Programs

For those looking to quit smoking, there are various smoking cessation programs available in settings like hospitals, health centers, and counseling agencies. These programs often incorporate a range of methods, such as aversion therapy, hypnosis, acupuncture, acupressure, and individual or group therapy, as well as mutual support groups. These techniques are designed to help individuals […]

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Needle Exchange Programs and Fentanyl Test Strips

Needle exchange programs provide sterile syringes in exchange for used ones, helping to prevent the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs. These programs also offer free fentanyl test strips (FTS), an affordable and effective tool for detecting fentanyl in drug samples before they are used. In addition to these services, […]

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