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• Reducing stigma
o Activities to address self-stigma , community stigma , and institutional stigma such as the following .
• Enhanced public awareness and education
• Suicide prevention activities , enhancing behavioral health wellness , and early intervention
• Increasing services for higher-risk groups o
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People experiencing homelessness At-risk youth First responders Individuals of lower socioeconomic status Senior citizens Migrants People of color
• Breaking down silos o o
People who identify as LGBTQ Incarcerated individuals New moms , pregnant women , neonatals born with addictions
Increasing focus on public safety and jail-related issues , including community transitions Collaboration and communications
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