Mental Health Awareness Month

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Check out how different organizations and cities are coming together to prioritize mental health this May!

Mental Health Awareness Month is in full swing, with various organizations and cities taking proactive steps to raise awareness and support mental health initiatives. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters and HHSC are actively highlighting the importance of mental health through events, webinars, and resources. Dr. Nicole Karcinski is making a difference by focusing on the Gators' mental well-being, while NYC Health + Hospitals is offering convenient telehealth services for patients in need. Additionally, Westchester County and NAMI are running empowering campaigns to promote mental health awareness.

IDOI has kicked off its second annual Mental Health Parity Ad Campaign, featuring a new animated character to spread awareness about parity laws. With mental health encompassing emotional, psychological, and social well-being, it's crucial to take the time to understand and address its impact on individuals' lives. Observing Mental Health Awareness Month teaches us the significance of developing healthy coping mechanisms and practicing mindfulness to manage stress and emotions effectively.

As a fun fact, did you know that NAMI's “Take the Moment” campaign was launched by the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Arlington, Virginia? Furthermore, the Illinois Department of Insurance introduced a new animated character for its Mental Health Parity Ad Campaign, aiming to spread awareness and education on mental health parity laws.

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Teamsters Recognize Mental Health Awareness Month (International Brotherhood of Teamsters)

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is dedicated to helping create a society that recognizes the importance of mental health, reduces stigma, ...

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HHSC Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month (Texas Health and Human Services |)

HHSC is highlighting events, trainings, webinars and resources to raise awareness about mental health in May.

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Gators, New Addition Karcinski Spotlight Mental Health Awareness ... (Florida Gators)

Dr. Nicole Karcinski seeks to help the Gators be the best they can be by caring for their mental health.

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As Part of Mental Health Awareness Month, NYC Health + Hospitals ... (nychealthandhospitals.org)

With NYC Health + Hospitals' Virtual ExpressCare telehealth service, patients can speak to a provider on demand via video or phone 24 hours a day, ...

Westchester County Recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness ... (westchestergov.com)

On Wednesday, May 1, County Executive George Latimer officially launched the month of May as “Mental Health Awareness Month” in Westchester.

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NAMI's “Take the Moment” Campaign Celebrates Mental Health ... (NAMI)

Posted on May 1, 2024. ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today launched Take the Moment, a campaign that empowers people to ...

IDOI Kicks Off its Second Annual Mental Health Parity Ad Campaign ... (IGNN)

The campaign introduces a new animated character to get the message out about parity laws. Chicago - The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) announced ...

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Mental Health Awareness Month resources (ChicagoBears.com)

Mental health includes emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also determines how we handle stress, ...

Observing Mental Health Awareness Month: Why it Matters - Virginia ... (Virginia Department of Health)

Developing Healthy Coping Mechanisms can help manage stress and difficult emotions: Practice Mindfulness: Being in the moment and accepting your thoughts and ...

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Mental Health Awareness Month: How we are making an impact (Orlando City SC)

Orlando City, Orlando Pride to host Stress Management and Mental Health workshops and more during Mental Health Awareness Month.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month (Media Alert: Daily COVID-19 Case Counts* for DuPage County)

The need for immediate crisis support is more critical than ever. The 988 hotline serves as a lifeline for individuals experiencing mental health crises. By ...

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President makes proclamation for National Mental Health ... (The Fort Hood Sentinel)

During National Mental Health Awareness Month, we recognize the bravery and resilience of the tens of millions of Americans living with mental health ...

Governor Hochul Proclaims May 'Mental Health Awareness Month ... (ny.gov)

State Buildings and Landmarks to be Illuminated in Green on May 1 to Raise Awareness and Reduce Stigma. Highlights Nation-Leading $1 Billion Plan to ...

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West Virginia Department of Human Services Observes Mental ... (West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources)

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH) unites with agencies across the state and country during Mental ...

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month - Events and Resources ... (Fairfax County Government NewsCenter)

Mental Health Awareness Month, observed every year during the month of May, is an opportune time to fight stigma, provide support, increase awareness and ...

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Center for Children and Families helping amid Mental Health ... (KOCO Oklahoma City)

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Center for Children and Families is offering its resources to help and educate families dealing with abuse, ...

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How to prioritize mental health and have healthy conversations ... (MyCG)

The month of May is dedicated as Mental Health Awareness Month throughout the United States. It's an opportunity to bring attention to the importance of ...

Statement from Secretary Becerra and Deputy Secretary Palm on ... (HHS.gov)

Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra issued the following statement on World Mental Health Awareness Month ...

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