Thread by @AGKarlRacine

Welcome to today's #AskDCOAG Tuesday Twitter Chat!

We hope to hear from you today about ways we can help children with anxiety.

You'll also hear info from our chat partners:

✅@DBHRecoversDC
✅@NAMIWDC
✅@DC_Advocate
✅@MicheleDcps, w/ @DCPSCounseling

#MentalHealthMattersDC

@DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps @DCPSCounseling District students looking to earn community service credit during today's chat must:

📣 Retweet chat content twice and comment four times
📝 Submit a 300-500 word essay

Learn more and submit essay: forms.gle/41GWrSQMHWidjN…
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

@DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps @DCPSCounseling May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, and now more than ever, DC residents are looking for ways to support their mental health during the #COVID19DC.

OAG helps District residents who might be struggling with their mental health connect with treatment options.

@DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps @DCPSCounseling Be sure to check out our #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth blog with simple, practical steps you can take to cope with anxiety and stress during #COVID19DC: bit.ly/3c5dNPO

@DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps @DCPSCounseling Q1: What is emotional wellness? How is it different from mental health?
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

@DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps @DCPSCounseling Q2: What is anxiety? What are ways to cope with anxiety?
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

Q3: I really want to hang out with my friends and I think that would help my anxiety. How do I balance my physical health during #COVID19DC and mental health needs?
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

Q4: Every time I pick up my phone I see a news alert with the number of people who have died from the virus and I start to feel my head spinning. How do I stay calm when I see bad news?
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

Q5: I have a friend who I talk to all the time, and I haven’t heard from them in a few days. How do I reach out without seeming too pushy?
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

Q6: What do I do if I or my family member is in the middle of an emotional crisis?
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

Thanks to everyone for participating in today’s #MentalHealthMattersDC Twitter Chat!

Today we heard some great information and resources about how to manage anxiety and promote emotional wellness. #AskDCOAG

Remember, School Based Mental Health Teams are supporting students virtually while learning from home.

Feel free to reach out to your principal or send an email to [e-mail] to be linked to a School Mental Health Provider. #AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

The @dcpublicschools School Mental Health Team has identified a list of resources to support students and families while learning from home.

You can access the list here: dcps.instructure.com/courses/179580…
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

@dcpublicschools Learn more ways to cope with stress during #COVID19DC by joining our #Take30 video chat this Friday with expert @meditationbob!

🗓Friday, May 8
⏰12:00pm - 12:30pm

Register: [e-mail]

@dcpublicschools @meditationbob Please follow our chat partners for more resources and information on #MentalHealthMattersDC:

✅@DBHRecoversDC
✅@NAMIWDC
✅@DC_Advocate
✅@MicheleDcps

#AskDCOAG

@dcpublicschools @meditationbob @DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps Don't forget: Students wishing to receive community service hours for this Twitter Chat can learn more and submit their 300-500 word essay at: forms.gle/41GWrSQMHWidjN…
#AskDCOAG #MentalHealthMattersDC

@dcpublicschools @meditationbob @DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps Remember, #COVID19 is a dangerous virus that spreads easily and can infect anyone. We must all work to #flattenthecurve and protect each other.

@dcpublicschools @meditationbob @DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps Let’s all #StayHomeDC, wear a mask and practice social distancing on essential errands, and wash our hands frequently.

If you experience #COVID19DC symptoms, please seek medical care.

Find more tips to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit coronavirus.dc.gov/lifeathome #AskDCOAG

@dcpublicschools @meditationbob @DBHRecoversDC @NAMIWDC @DC_Advocate @MicheleDcps Join us Tuesday, May 12 from noon to 1pm for our next #AskDCOAG Twitter chat as we discuss more ways to care for your emotional wellness during #COVID19DC.