The Oltmanns Foundation
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Our basic mission is to educate, advocate, support, and help eliminate
the stigma surrounding mental illness in society
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Our basic mission is to educate, advocate, support, and help eliminate
the stigma surrounding mental illness in society
Hope
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Trauma is not a mental illness ~ Complex-PTSD is!
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/treat/essentials/complex_ptsd.asp
Remember: Depression is treatable—even if you have another medical illness or condition. For more information, see the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) booklet on Depression at http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression/index.shtml
Effects of Bullying >>>>>>>
Bullying can affect everyone--those who are bullied, those who bully, and those who witness bullying. Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes including impacts on mental health, substance use, and suicide. It is important to talk to kids to determine whether bullying--or something else--is a concern.
Kids Who are Bullied >>>>>>>
Kids who are bullied can experience negative physical, school, and mental health issues. Kids who are bullied are more likely to experience:
Depression and anxiety, increased feelings of sadness and loneliness, changes in sleep and eating patterns, and loss of interest in activities they used to enjoy. These issues may persist into adulthood.
Health complaints
Decreased academic achievement—GPA and standardized test scores—and school participation. They are more likely to miss, skip, or drop out of school.
A very small number of bullied children might retaliate through extremely violent measures. In 12 of 15 school shooting cases in the 1990s, the shooters had a history of being bullied.
We partner with like minded organizations that help the people of the world suffering with mental distress and related challenges, such as for instance, a Bipolar diagnosis, C-PTSD issues, and most mental health differences that can strip dignity and make it more difficult to handle basic
Independent living Environments.
Message/Mission - from the founder at: ~ The Oltmanns foundation ~