Crisis intervention training (CIT) educates officers on recognizing when individuals have mental illness and are symptomatic, de-escalating crises and navigating people toward resources and help. Learn more about CIT and why it should be implemented nationally. 

"I knew I was not well. But I was conflicted. The stigma with mental health treatment is a real thing for someone who works in the mental health field."

Crisis is often the most difficult part of mental illness. However, if you know how to prevent a crisis, how to handle one and what to expect, it can make things easier for indiviudals and their family members during the hardest times. 

"I am not suggesting that managing anxiety is that simple. My mental health will always be a work in progress, but I have found a tool that works for me."

"When I could, I typed out messages to myself on my phone from this calm part of me. Reading them later during a panic attack gave me hope and courage."

"I repeatedly told the doctor of my struggles that continuously grew worse with each visit, but she blamed everything on my “deficiencies” and told me to come back in a month after buying $150+ worth of vitamins."