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AutismSpeaks.org, one of the Autism Organizations that we donate to, is doing a huge promotion this April 1&2 to help raise awareness of the growing problem of Autism in our world.

To celebrate this day, prominent buildings across North America and the world — including the Empire State Building in New York City The Miami Tower,  the Port of Miami in Miami-Dade County and the Christ the Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil , — will turn their lights blue to raise awareness for autism and to commemorate the fourth World Autism Awareness Day .

Their aim is to light the world blue all throughout April — city by city, town by town — by taking action to raise autism awareness in our communities.

Take a moment to View the Light It Up Blue Video, it show us how impactful this campaign is, it really brings the world together on this issue.

YOU CAN HELP!

Get your friends, family, employees and neighbors to wear an Autism Bracelet in April and help raise awareness! We’ve got a great price on these awesome bracelets. Click here to shop now!

Are you planning a fundraiser, large or small, for your favorite cause? Whether you’re helping to raise Autism Awareness this April or you’ve just started training for a Team in Training marathon this fall, we can help you make your fundraising goals!

Our wide selection of products and our low prices are just the beginning! If you’re working on putting together your fundraiser, give Lorraine, our fundraising specialist, a call! She can help you pick out products that will best help your specific fundraising format.

If you’re ordering bracelets for your Avon Walk Team to all wear together or looking for a ribbon pin or charm to re-sell and raise money from, Lorraine will help you choose the best product to suit your goals. She can also help with figuring out order estimates (hard for a first-timer!) and getting your order to you in time for your event (whoops! Did you procrastinate? We can help!). Call her today!

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March is Kidney Cancer Awarness Month as well as Colon Cancer Awareness Month and Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month.

Show your support this month by wearing one of our “Awareness” Bracelets or one of our Awareness Angel Pins. Each of these products comes in a wide selection of awareness colors – simply choose the right one as you check out!

We’re proud of our wide selection of Awareness Colors and products. We want to help you raise funds for the cause that’s close to your heart. If you’re planning a fundraiser, make sure to contact our fundraising specialist, Lorraine, for help with choosing great products to make your event a success! Just call our toll-free number, 866-982-3524, and ask for Lorraine. We want to help you succeed!

Many people ate hesitant to get help for mental health problems because they don’t know what treatment will be like. They may also have misconceptions about what treatment is like.

Sometimes people don’t know how to find a mental health professional.  One way is to look on one of the following websites:

National Institute on Mental Health: How to Find Help

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Mental Health Services Locator

Psychology Today: Therapist Search

It is best if you can get a referral from your doctor’s office or through a friend.

When you call the mental health professional they or their secretary will usually ask you some information and schedule an appointment.  When you see the mental health professional they will ask you some questions in order to evaluate what the beast treatment options will be.

Most mental health professionals offer psychotherapy/counseling (mental health counseling and psychotherapy are basically the same thing).  They will ask you questions about your problems, feelings, family or other relationships, and any physical symptoms you might have.  They will then come up with a plan for treatment. They may also suggest you see your doctor to make sure their are not any medical conditions that might be effecting your mental health.

A psychiatrist may suggest medication if they think it is necessary.  For example: clinical depression, severe anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other more serious mental problems. A Psychiatrist may also do counseling/psychotherapy with you or refer you to counseling if they do not do counseling themselves.

Mental health professionals who are not Psychiatrists my refer you to a Psychiatrist or another doctor for a medication evaluation (Usually only medical doctors can prescribe medications).

For serious mental health problems usually a combination of counseling and medication is most effective. If you are uncomfortable with taking medication, counseling without medication is usually very effective .

Counseling is usually weekly. It can last until your major problems are resolved or be more long-term.  It depends on the individual’s particular problems and issues.  In counseling you talk about your problems, thoughts, feelings, relationships, etc. You will talk with your counselor about how to solve your problems and deal with life more effectively. Counseling is hard work, but the more effort you put into it, the more effective it will be.

Distinguishing between the different types of mental health professionals confusing.

Psychiatrists: A Psychiatrist is medical doctor (MD) who has specialized in mental health problems. Since they are medical doctors, they can prescribe medications for treatment. Many psychiatrists also do counseling /psychotherapy.

Psychologists: A Psychologist a scholar or professional who studies human behavior. A Clinical Psychologist or Counseling Psychologist does counseling/psychotherapy.  A Psychologist has a PhD, PsyD (Doctor of Psychology), or EdD (Doctorate of Education.

There are a number of different kinds  master’s level mental health practitioners.  Sometimes the name is based on state regulations.

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT): A LMFT has at least a master’s degree and is trained in counseling/psychotherapy with individuals, couples, families, and children.  MFT degrees used to be called MFCC (Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling).

Licensed  Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, (LCPC), & Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC): These councilors have at least a master’s degree and sometimes a doctorate. They are trained to do general counseling, career counseling, and/or psychotherapy.

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW): Social workers sometimes work at social service agencies doing case management and coordinating community services. Many clinical social workers are trained in and do counseling/psychotherapy.

Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC): These counselors have a master’s degree and specialize in treatment of alcoholism, drug addition, etc.

All of the above mental health professionals have to be licensed or certified by the states they practice in and in their respective fields. They have to require many hours of training and clinical experience under supervision before they are authorized to practice on their own.

To get help with mental health problems:

National Institute on Mental Health: How to Find Help

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Mental Health Services Locator

Psychology Today: Therapist Search

AwarenessDepot.com has posted an new calender of awareness observances.

Awareness Depot is now your one-stop destination for awareness dates and gifts!

Our calender has over 360 awareness observances and is more comprehensive than any patriotic calender that we could find on the internet.  If we have missed a date, please let us know!

Its not to late to order from AwarenessDepot.com!

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Christmas shopping schedule (Continental U.S. only):

All orders placed up until 3 pm EST December 20 can select UPS ground for guaranteed arrival on or before Dec. 24th.  Order by 4pm EST Dec 21st and select 3rd Day Select to get by Dec 24th.   Order by 4pm EST Dec 22nd and select 2nd Day Air to get by Dec 24th.  Order by 4pm on EST Dec 23rd and select Next Day Air to get by Dec 24th

Giving awareness products as gifts helps support your cause as raise awareness.

We have lots of different products for many causes.

We have a large selection of cancer and Autism awareness products.

Awareness magnets and decals make great inexpensive gifts. We have a large selection of ribbon magnets (even animal awareness, sports and cross magnets).

Awareness pins and charms make great stocking stuffers! So do awareness bracelets!

Make sure to get your order in by December 21 in order to receive it by Christmas!

Keep track of your name badge, keys, etc. and raise cancer awareness at the same time!

Our Find it, Fight it, Cure it Cancer awareness Lanyards hang conveniently around your neck for easy access and come in 113 different colors. viagra lanyards are great for fundraisers and other events, or even convenience around the office.

They also make great gifts for the holidays!