The Value of Lived Experience

Published: Feb. 22, 2021, 3 p.m.

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Dianne Sherrod and Sarah Mays tell their stories of recovery and how they use their lived experience to help others.

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TW: This episode does contain conversations regarding substance abuse and mental health, including talk of suicidal ideations and sexual assault. If you or someone you love is thinking about suicide, help is available with the following resources:

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In Tennessee: the statewide crisis line is a 24/7/365 call system to help anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.

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All calls are routed to a trained crisis specialist within your area. The service is free.

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Call 855-CRISIS-1 (855-274-7471)

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Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), a free, 24-hour hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

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Your call will be routed to the nearest crisis center to you.

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Or, to chat online, visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/.

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has a Spanish Language line at 1-888-628-9454.

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Alternately, you can text TN to 741741 to connect to the Crisis Text Line and a trained counselor.

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