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April Simpkins, mental health advocate and mother of Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst

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Mental health advocate April Simpkins, mother of Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst — who later died by suicide, recounts Cheslie’s battle with high-functioning persistent depression and what she wants other parents to know.

If you or someone that you love is struggling with high functioning depression, or has suicidal thoughts, please visit NAMI.org for support and resources.

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Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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