The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission is Sponsoring “Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Violence”

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MEDIA CONTACT: Cincinnati Human Relations Commission at 513-352-3237

The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission is Sponsoring “Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Violence”

Cincinnati, OH- The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission (CHRC) is hosting a free workshop for Minority Health Month at the Carl Linder YMCA on April 25 and 26. The theme for these events is “Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Violence.

Thursday April 25 the workshop will take place from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at the YMCA (1425 Linn St.). This workshop will include how attendees can increase their knowledge about the connection between mental health and substance abuse and how these disorders impact violence in the community.

Friday April 26 the workshop will take place from 5:30 am - 8:00 pm also at the YMCA (1425 Linn St.). This workshop will include the risk factors that contribute to the increase in violent behaviors when mental health disorders exist. A panel discussion will be presented that will include personal experiences.

Please RSVP for this event to the Carl Linder YMCA at 513-241-9622. This event is free and open to the public.  

The Cincinnati Human Relations Commission is a non-profit organization that deals with human relations issues and discrimination in the City of Cincinnati. For more information on CHRC visit the website at www.chrc.us or call the office at 513-352-3237.