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Family education course on mental illness to be offered

Salina Journal - 2/12/2017

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Central Kansas will offer a free Family-to-Family Education Program from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on 12 consecutive Thursdays beginning Feb. 23 at Ashby House, 142 S. Seventh.

The course is for families and close friends of adults with mental illnesses such as major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders and schizophrenia. Those attending will learn about symptoms, medications and side effects; develop strategies for handling crises and relapses; find out about community resources and support; and learn how to focus on self-care and cope with stress.

Reservations are required as space is limited. To register, call 342-3363 or email namicentralks@gmail.com.