Posts tagged rural mental health
The Stories We Tell, The Truths We Live: A Raw Look at Addiction
The Stories We Tell, The Truths We Live: A Raw Look at Addiction

Some stories take years to tell. At the 2026 Summit on Behavioral Health in Energy Country, Lisa Kostelecky shares an honest and deeply human conversation about addiction, mental health, recovery, and the power of telling the truth about what we carry.

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Behavioral Health, Recoverry Support, Summit Speakers, Addiction Recovery, Mental HealthLydia DeJesusLisa Kostelecky, addiction recovery, behavioral health, mental health, trauma informed care, recovery journey, lived experience, behavioral health summit, North Dakota behavioral health, addiction and mental health, recovery stories, stigma reduction, community healing, peer support, behavioral health conference, rural mental health, resilience, emotional healingComment
Some Things Are Hidden in Plain Sight
Some Things Are Hidden in Plain Sight

Human trafficking is often hidden in plain sight. Stacey Schaffer of 31:8 Project brings a grounded perspective to the 2026 Summit, helping communities recognize what is often missed and respond with clarity and care.

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Behavioral Health, Community Health, Public Safety, Prevention and Awareness, Rural HealthLydia DeJesusbehavioral health, human trafficking awareness, trauma informed care, community safety, rural mental health, prevention strategies, public health, North Dakota, behavioral health summit, community engagementComment