NAMI Maine
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PublishedMay 20, 2021
Amid heightened concern over police use of force, law enforcement trains to talk
Out of 720 hours of basic training at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, only 23 are dedicated to communication training, such as interviewing techniques and crisis conflict management.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2021
For students who need help, there are resources — if they know where to find them
While seeing the signs of mental health distress can be challenging, a Pittston mother and NAMI Maine representative have seen the need for community support to help students navigate their hard times.
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PublishedDecember 8, 2020
Death of Brunswick teen who took his life a sign of pandemic’s toll on young people
The midcoast community is mourning the loss of a high school football player whose parents have cited the coronavirus pandemic as a factor affecting their son's mental health.
