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Symbol of support for various causes

The turquoise ribbon is a symbol used to represent support for a variety of causes. It is often worn or displayed to raise awareness and show solidarity with individuals affected by specific issues.

Uses

The turquoise ribbon is associated with several causes, including:

Addiction Recovery: The ribbon is used to support individuals recovering from addiction and to promote awareness of addiction issues.
Anxiety Disorders: It represents awareness and support for those suffering from anxiety disorders.
Dysautonomia: The ribbon is used to raise awareness about dysautonomia, a disorder of the autonomic nervous system.
Sexual Assault Awareness: It is also used to promote awareness and prevention of sexual assault.

History

The use of ribbons as symbols of support and awareness dates back to the early 20th century, but the specific use of the turquoise ribbon for these causes has developed more recently. The color turquoise is often associated with calmness and healing, which aligns with the themes of recovery and support.

Symbolism

The color turquoise is a blend of blue and green, which are often associated with tranquility and renewal, respectively. This symbolism makes the turquoise ribbon a fitting emblem for causes related to mental health and recovery.

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-'''Turquoise Ribbon''' is a symbol that represents several causes in the realm of health and wellness. It is often used to raise awareness for various diseases and conditions, including but not limited to, [[Interstitial Cystitis]], [[Addiction Recovery]], [[Native American Reparation]], and [[Dysautonomia]].
+{{Short description|Symbol of support for various causes}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== Interstitial Cystitis ==
+[[File:Turquoise ribbon.svg|thumb|right|A turquoise ribbon]]
-[[Interstitial Cystitis]] (IC), also known as painful bladder syndrome, is a chronic condition causing bladder pressure, bladder pain and sometimes pelvic pain. The pain ranges from mild discomfort to severe. The turquoise ribbon is used to raise awareness about this condition and to support those who are suffering from it.
+The '''turquoise ribbon''' is a symbol used to represent support for a variety of causes. It is often worn or displayed to raise awareness and show solidarity with individuals affected by specific issues.
-== Addiction Recovery ==
+==Uses==
+The turquoise ribbon is associated with several causes, including:
-The turquoise ribbon also symbolizes [[Addiction Recovery]]. Addiction is a complex condition, a brain disease that is manifested by compulsive substance use despite harmful consequence. Recovery is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.
+* '''Addiction Recovery''': The ribbon is used to support individuals recovering from addiction and to promote awareness of addiction issues.
+* '''Anxiety Disorders''': It represents awareness and support for those suffering from anxiety disorders.
+* '''Dysautonomia''': The ribbon is used to raise awareness about dysautonomia, a disorder of the autonomic nervous system.
+* '''Sexual Assault Awareness''': It is also used to promote awareness and prevention of sexual assault.
-== Native American Reparation ==
+==History==
+The use of ribbons as symbols of support and awareness dates back to the early 20th century, but the specific use of the turquoise ribbon for these causes has developed more recently. The color turquoise is often associated with calmness and healing, which aligns with the themes of recovery and support.
-The turquoise ribbon is also a symbol for [[Native American Reparation]]. This refers to the actions taken by the United States government, private companies, and individuals to compensate for the damages caused to Native American communities due to land confiscation, forced labor, and other injustices.
+==Symbolism==
+The color turquoise is a blend of blue and green, which are often associated with tranquility and renewal, respectively. This symbolism makes the turquoise ribbon a fitting emblem for causes related to mental health and recovery.
-== Dysautonomia ==
-[[Dysautonomia]] refers to a group of medical conditions that cause a malfunction of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). This can lead to all sorts of symptoms, including lightheadedness, fainting, unstable blood pressure, and many others. The turquoise ribbon is used to raise awareness about these conditions.
-== See Also ==
+==Related pages==
+* [[Awareness ribbon]]
 * [[List of awareness ribbons]]
-* [[Health awareness days]]
-== References ==
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+==References==
+{{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Health]]
+[[Category:Awareness ribbons]]
-[[Category:Medical symbols]]
-[[Category:Ribbons]]
-[[Category:Interstitial Cystitis]]
-[[Category:Addiction Recovery]]
-[[Category:Native American Reparation]]
-[[Category:Dysautonomia]]