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Quote: President Kennedy, February 5, 1963

Wednesday, Oct 25, 2017

President John F. Kennedy

“We must promote–to the best of our ability and by all possible and appropriate means–the mental and physical health of all our citizens.” – President Kennedy, February 5, 1963

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  • Wednesday, May 6, 2026

    Mental Health Awareness Month: The Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Use

    BHDD encourages families to check in and start conversations ahead of summer

    Observed each May, Mental Health Awareness Month highlights the importance of understanding the connection between mental health and substance use, particularly for teens and young adults. The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) encourages families to use this time to check in and start open conversations before summer break.

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