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Minnesota Tobacco Prevention Resources

“A study from the University of North Carolina found that the two primary ingredients found in e-cigarettes—propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin—are toxic to cells and that the more ingredients in an e-liquid, the greater the toxicity.” ~American Lung Association Tobacco Prevention is of extreme importance due to its profound impact on individuals and public health […]

Reframing Language: Why Changing Our Thinking, Our Actions And Our Language Matters.

Refraining language in mental health is a very powerful mechanism that can foster better understanding, empathy, and empowerment. By consciously sifting our words, and changing our perspectives, we can transform the way we communicate about mental health, with ourselves and with others. Reframing involves replacing stigmatizing or negative language with neutral or positive alternatives that […]