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West Fraser grant powers rural mental health outreach in South Carolina | Mental Health America
Mental Health America of South Carolina (MHASC) is taking big steps to support rural communities in the state, and it's all thanks to a partnership with Mental Health America National and West Fraser, a global wood products company. Through this partnership, MHASC received funding to extend its mental health services to rural South Carolina, and reach smaller towns that may not have access to mental health resources otherwise.
Care for the caregiver | Mental Health America
There are 91.3 million caregivers across the U.S., and of those, 14.3 million are caring for a wounded, ill, or injured service member or veteran. These military and veteran caregivers are the spouses, partners, parents, family members, friends, neighbors, and loved ones who provide countless hours of often unseen and unpaid care to their care recipient. Many have sacrificed their careers, education, and health to prioritize the needs of their loved ones.
Healing the Mind with Technology and Music | Mental Health America
My journey with mental health advocacy began in my sophomore year of high school. I watched as my friends and classmates were overwhelmed by endless assignments, such as chemistry lab reports or history presentations, regularly staying up past 2 a.m. Anxiety took over many of our lives. We were losing our peace of mind, our sense of who we were, and the simple joy of learning.
The big menopause secret | Mental Health America
In the past couple of years, I’ve begun to notice an increase in the mentions of menopause and perimenopause in my social feeds. It makes sense - I am a woman of a certain age. But the thing that bugs me most about all these articles and posts is just how little I actually know about menopause - even after reading them.
Guest blog: 5 things I wish I knew before being diagnosed with tardive dyskinesia | Mental Health America
Nearly 60 million adults in the United States are living with a mental health condition. Some people living with a mental health condition may also develop or already have tardive dyskinesia (TD), a persistent, involuntary movement disorder associated with the use of antipsychotic medication (APs) and characterized by uncontrollable, abnormal and repetitive body movements.
Day 3 recap of the 2024 Mental Health America Conference | Mental Health America
Day 3 Recap of the 2024 Mental Health America Conference Mental Health America wrapped up the third and final day of its annual conference with powerful programming that explored themes of novel approaches to substance use disorder, research informed by lived experience, student-led approaches to improving mental health on college campuses, and the vital role of spirituality in one’s well-being. It started with a keynote from Dr. Nzinga Harrison, Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at Eleanor Health.
Day 2 recap of Mental Health America 2024 Conference | Mental Health America
Mental Health America held the second day of main events at its 2024 Mental Health America Conference on Friday, beginning with music and conversation with the Me2/ Orchestra, the world's only classical music organization created for individuals with mental illnesses and the people who support them. The presentation was sponsored by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
Day 1 Recap of the 2024 Mental Health America Conference | Mental Health America
Mental Health America held the first day of main events at its 2024 Mental Health America Conference on Thursday with over 900 clinicians, advocates, and industry leaders attending in person and thousands across the country and globe virtually. The programming kicked off with remarks from MHA President and CEO Schroeder Stribling and Health Resources and Services Administration Administrator Carole Johnson at an opening luncheon.
Recap of the 2024 Mental Health America Affiliate Day | Mental Health America
On Sept. 18, Mental Health America conducted its 2024 Affiliate Day, an event held in advance of the 2024 Mental Health America Main Conference. The event spotlighted a handful of the most successful programs built by some of MHA’s 140 affiliates around the country, and featured presentations from affiliate leadership.
Recap of the 2024 Mental Health America Policy Institute | Mental Health America
On Sept. 17, Mental Health America conducted its 2024 National Policy Institute: Social Drivers of Mental Health in Washington, D.C. The program explored the impact of social drivers such as integrating care in schools, housing, food, and economic security on the mental health of youth and their families. Experts discussed the need for more social workers to meet the needs of students, how creating communities that support housing for all is the solution to homelessness, and how youth can rely on peers to know what is available to them in the form of economic support in our communities.
Youth Voices and Wellness: Two New Activities for Back-to-School | Mental Health America
Centering the voices, opinions, and needs of youth is an essential strategy to support the mental health and well-being of children. Educators play a critical role in building and sustaining these authentic youth-adult partnerships, especially with historically marginalized youth and those experiencing adversity.
Inaugural 988 Day kicks off with message of 'No judgment, just help' | Mental Health America
Content warning: Suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988, or text MHA to 741741. It's been two years since the launch of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which provides free, confidential access to trained crisis counselors 24/7 for those in distress.
Three Ways Parents and Educators Can Build Connection at School | Mental Health America
Since the pandemic, we continue to hear concerns about kids and their mental health at school. Those concerns include increased isolation, loneliness, feelings of anxiety, school avoidance, and a widening gap in academic achievement. One way to help protect the mental health of children this back-to-school season is through connection. When kids feel connected at school, it improves their mental health by:
Prioritizing Areas of Importance to Youth and the Leadership of Young People In Mental Health Research Decision-making | Mental Health America
Mental health research is a specialized field dominated by academic medical centers. There are continued debates about how to allocate limited research dollars. But an important voice has been missing from those conversations: the voice of young people. Given the early onset of mental health conditions and the poor outcomes experienced by American youth, this voice is essential to fair and equitable allocation of resources.
Trailblaze the Future of Youth Peer Support with Our New Policy Report | Mental Health America
Youth Peer Support is Growing—MHA’s Youth Policy Accelerator Has Answers After wrapping up our inaugural Youth Policy Accelerator (YPA), we’re thrilled to share Mental Health America’s new report, Trailblazing the Future of Youth Peer Support: A Youth-driven Policy Guide. This report represents the work of an outstanding group of young leaders who have spent the last year meeting with legislators, launching a new national youth peer support coalition, and more.
Internet Self-Care Day for neurodivergent brains | Mental Health America
When it comes to screen time, most experts agree: less is more. Time in nature, connecting with people we care about, and other screen-free activities are certainly beneficial for our health. But for neurodivergent brains, a more nuanced approach to internet self-care is needed to make space for the complexities that come with living in a world built for neurotypical brains. Sometimes, more screen time may actually be a self-care practice for neurodivergent people.
‘Breaking the Algorithm’: key takeaways from the young leaders behind a national convening on digital well-being | Mental Health America
In an era where social media shapes the daily lives of young people, understanding its impact on mental health is critical. In light of this, Mental Health America recently hosted “Breaking the Algorithm,” a youth-led summit seeking to foster collaboration and creativity among key stakeholders from diverse sectors related to social media and/or youth mental health.
International Self-Care Day: What’s Your ONE THING? | Mental Health America
Self-care has recently become a buzzword used to describe things from taking a bubble bath to improving your spending habits. There are messages all around us that encourage “self-care” and the infinite ways we could and should be taking care of ourselves. Self-care to the max
Considerations for Working with South Asian Therapy Clients | Mental Health America
When we think of mental health treatment, phrases that often come up include “boundary-setting;” “culturally informed care;” “self-care;” and “individuation.” However, these interventions can look very different when working with South Asians from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds and generational lines.
Letting Go of Identity Labels: A Healing Practice | Mental Health America
What is an “identity label?” It’s a phrase that stands to represent a part of ourselves and our shared experiences with others. Such phrases are critical parts of communication, but they are also limited. The phrase isn’t the experience itself but, rather, is shorthand to express that experience.
Building Generational Resilience: Supporting BIPOC Grandfamilies and Kinship Families' Mental Health | Mental Health America
Have you ever felt the need to be seen and acknowledged? It's a universal desire, right?! Unfortunately, the Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) community often doesn't receive the recognition it deserves, especially concerning mental health and wellness. That's why July is dedicated to BIPOC Mental Health. Let's take a moment to discuss something important without taking up too much of your time: the mental health needs of BIPOC grandfamilies and kinship families.
Good news in the LGBTQ+ community | Mental Health America
From anti-LGBTQ+ legislation to identity-based violence, the LGBTQ+ community has experienced significant trauma over the past few years. This Pride Month, it is important to acknowledge the challenges that the LGBTQ+ community has faced, while also celebrating moments of joy and positive news. Here are 10 pieces of good news for the LGBTQ+ community to start your Pride Month off with a smile:
The Impact of School Mental Health Services on Reducing Chronic Absenteeism | Mental Health America
Students who are experiencing well-being and feel engaged are much more likely to attend school and achieve academically. Recently reported declines in student mental health are raising concerns among educators, families, and pediatricians and may be contributing to the drastic rise in chronic absence seen in most schools today.
Interview: Editor Lauri Hornik and Mental Health America show young people “Where to Start” their mental health journey in new book | Mental Health America
Lauri Hornik worked with MHA & artist Gemma Correll to create "Where to Start: A Survival Guide to Anxiety, Depression, & Other Mental Health Challenges."
Guest blog: Does shame serve a purpose? | Mental Health America
Some of us feel ashamed for losing a relationship or not meeting a specific goal we set out for – which is particularly acute in the New Year when there is pressure to start over, as if we were lacking or inferior before. It can be a dark place to exist. We seem to forget that our worth is constant and not based on real or perceived failures. To me, shame is the feeling of guilt magnified.
States should prioritize youth mental health: Governors Association Playbook is a welcome guide | Mental Health America
As legislators prepare for a new year and grapple with budget decisions that put to use their surplus or address shortfalls, there are significant opportunities for states to go big for youth mental health. The time is now.