Mental Health
Come along with us on a journey to Become more aware of Mental Health.
Here is what we will be covering in the second quarter.
Come along with us on a journey to Become more aware of Mental Health.
Here is what we will be covering in the second quarter.
Click on the tab for the month you’re interested in learning more about!
April
Autism
April is Autism Awareness Month. Autism is a spectrum disorder that is a condition of brain development that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others. People who have autism can suffer from mental health issues. Learn more in this month’s content.
May
Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. There are many different types of Mental Health Issues. This month we will discuss Mental Health in general to not only help to make us more aware, but also to give us some information to help us start to accept the issues that are out there.
June
Homelessness and Addiction
Two big issues for teens are homlessness and addiction. Sometimes because of addiction related issues with family members or themselves, teens find themselves homeless. This month we will take a look at these two issues to create an understanding and acceptance.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives. They do this through their five core values.
Hope: We believe in the possibility of recovery, wellness and the potential in all of us.
Inclusion: We embrace diverse backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.
Empowerment: We promote confidence, self-efficacy and service to our mission.
Compassion: We practice respect, kindness and empathy.
Fairness: We fight for equity and justice.
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is our featured resource this quarter while we talk about the importance of mental health and how to obtain help.
Learn more about
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
in the dedicated blog post coming out on:
May 22, 2023
