The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD’s Post

Did you know that BIPOC communities face unique mental health challenges?  From systemic racism to cultural stigmas, these barriers often prevent individuals from seeking help. July being the BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, is an opportunity to educate ourselves and work towards creating supportive environments for everyone. #BIPOCMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #DEI Key Stats Sources -  1. https://lnkd.in/g5vawSX6 2. https://lnkd.in/g7YZHwKe 3. https://lnkd.in/gu9758ww.

💚In honor of Mental Health Month, we wanted to take the time to let you know who you should contact when you are not feeling okay all the time. If you or someone you know needs someone to talk to, do not hesitate to call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This lifeline provides 24/7, free, confidential emotional support for people who are in a mental health crisis. 📱Call or text 9-1-1 ONLY if you have a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate assistance from police, fire, or medical responders. Call if you can, text if you can't. #suicideandcrisislifeline #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #suicide #ghc911 #callifyoucantextifyoucant #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

As National Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end, we wanted to share this special message. Suicide rates in rural areas are 1.5 times higher than for urban residents according to the CDC. Please always take care of yourself not just this month, but always. #nationalmentalhealthawarenessmonth

Today, we join the world in observing #WorldMentalHealthDay 🌍 This global event is all about raising awareness, promoting education, and advocating against the social stigma surrounding mental health. As we reflect on this year's theme - promoting mental health in an unequal world - let's remember that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, deserves access to mental health services. Let's unite and continue the fight against stigma because mental health matters. #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #EqualityForAll #GlobalAwareness 💪🏽🧠💚

Mental Health Speaks 5 is in 10 days!!! No, mental health does not apply to only those in psychiatric facilities but extends even to functional and productive members of the society. The sooner we foster open communication about mental health, the sooner we can improve intervention measures and the better for everyone. Let's break down the barriers and stigma surrounding mental health by discussing issues that impact us all! Don't miss out on #MHS5. Secure a slot by signing up below: https://lnkd.in/dkRB5KQp #mentalhealthspeaks5 #MHS5 #mentalhealthconference #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #septembertoremember #suicidepreventionday #ASADS

Today is 'Time to Talk Day', encouraging the nation to have more conversations about mental health, run by Mind. A simple conversation has the power to make a difference! We take the mental health of our colleagues, seriously. As well as access to counselling sessions and a GP line for all colleagues, we have 5 colleagues that volunteer as Mental Health First Aiders, and are on hand to anyone across the society. 1-4 of us will experience mental health problems in any given year and all too often it's easier to tell people we're 'fine' than it is to say how we really feel. Let's reduce stigma, have those conversations and empower people to seek help when they need it. #TimeToTalkDay #mentalhealth #mhfa

This day serves as a reminder of the importance of mental well-being, encouraging individuals and communities to prioritize self-care and seek support—especially, to foster a more compassionate and understanding society. 💚 If you need someone to talk to, you can visit the following websites for mental health crisis hotlines: Philippines - https://smpl.is/7xfao Worldwide - https://smpl.is/7xfap #OneCoreDevIT #WorldMentalHealthDay

European Mental Health Awareness Week This week is the European Mental Health Awareness Week. Mental health is a public health issue that needs to be urgently addressed, through easy and affordable access to necessary treatments and the elimination of stigma. According to data published by the European Commission in 2023, mental and behavioral disorders are the second leading cause of death among young people. If you need help or know someone who may need it, don’t wait until is too late, speak up! Each of us is unique and unrepeatable. We need you. No mind is left behind. #Nomindisleftbehind #Mentalhealthawarenessweek #Wearehere #Reducethestigma

Today, we join the world in observing #WorldMentalHealthDay 🌍 This global event is all about raising awareness, promoting education, and advocating against the social stigma surrounding mental health. As we reflect on this year's theme - promoting mental health in an unequal world - let's remember that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, deserves access to mental health services. Let's unite and continue the fight against stigma because mental health matters. #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #EqualityForAll #GlobalAwareness 💪🏽🧠💚