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Mental Health Peer Support: Why Talking with Someone Who's Been There Matters
May 19, 2025
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mental health, Peer support, Substance Use Disorder, support
Since 1949, National Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed each May as a way to spread awareness, advocate for care, and break the stigma around mental health. This year’s theme is: “In Every
'This work makes my heart sing!' A talk with Peer Supporter Sam Frashier
October 31, 2018
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Addiction, Mental health, Peer support, Recovery
Peer supporters are making their mark with people in recovery. Check out this interview with Samantha Frashier, a peer supporter who works with inmates at the Warren County Jail. Her passion for what she does is clear - and her enthusiasm for helping others is contagious! Enjoy!
I know what it's like: a walk with a peer supporter
October 25, 2018
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Addiction, Coping, Counseling, Depression, Emotional wellbeing, Mental illness, Peer support, Recovery
NOTE: This is the first in a series of stories about peer supporters and their work with individuals in recovery from addiction and mental health issues. There's no mistaking Sarah Neff's enthusiasm for her
4 Common Fears of Heroin Addiction Treatment
January 30, 2018
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Addiction, Coping, Counseling, Drugs, Heroin, Opiates, Partners, Peer support, Recovery, Rx drugs, Treatment
For people who suffer from an addiction to opiates like heroin, quitting is always on their minds, yet recovery often seems unattainable. The seemingly endless cycle of addiction can prevent many people from even
"A Sense of Purpose": A Talk with a Peer Supporter
April 28, 2017
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Coping, Emotional wellbeing, Mental illness, Peer support, Recovery
by Compeer staff If I were to ask you about your favorite friend, does someone instantly come to mind? Is there someone that you know you can call to talk to when you are down? Someone that will listen to you? Someone