Living With Family Mental Illness and Addiction
Thursday, October 23, 2025 3:00–4:00 PM
- Location120 Curtis Street, CMHS
Description
This group is designed for students who have a family member or loved one living with mental illness and/or addiction. Through shared experience with others, students will make connections and become more confident telling their own story. We will also cover information about resources, common challenges, and strategies for setting healthy boundaries. For inquiries and to schedule a required pre-group meeting, contact Deborah.Siegel@tufts.edu or complete an interest form at www.tinyurl.com/cmhsgroups
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