Zero Reasons Why

Within any community, efforts span the entire mental health continuum of care, including resources and programs to help those who need support. Zero Reasons Why focuses on spreading awareness and promoting positive mental health among teens, aiming to prevent crises before they happen. Learn more about our strategy for stigma removal through mental health promotion on our blog. #continuumofcare #suicideprevention #mentalhealthawareness #stigmaremoval

We asked our teen leaders: “Who is a trusted adult you would feel comfortable going to for help?” These were their answers. If you hold one of these titles, please know that your presence and support in teens' lives can have a significant impact. Creating safe spaces and being willing to have honest, empathetic conversations about mental health is so important. #zeroreasonswhy #youthmentalhealth

Let’s talk about 9️⃣ 8️⃣ 8️⃣ 988 is the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a free and confidential resource available 24/7. Whether you prefer to call, text or chat, anyone, anywhere can access this service for support. No issue is too big or too small, and everything shared is confidential. You can help by spreading the word about 988 and encouraging people to get help when they need it. #988crisisline #call988 #mentalhealthcrisis

There are #ZeroReasonsWhy we should struggle alone. There are #ZeroReasonsWhy we can’t talk about mental health. There are #ZeroReasonsWhy we can’t remove the stigma. There are #ZeroReasonsWhy our voices can’t be heard. How do you fill in the blank?

Today is World Mental Health Day. It takes all of us to make a difference in removing the stigma and creating a better future where mental health and well-being are prioritized. Let's start today by taking one small step to move from awareness to ➡️ action: ➡️ Start a convo about mental health with a friend or family member ➡️ Reach out to a friend ➡️ Check in with yourself and ask for help if you need it (call or text 988 for help 24/7) ➡️ Share resources/encouragement with your friends on social media Action looks different for everyone. What will you do today to take action for yourself or your community? #worldmentalhealthday #mentalheathmatters #youthmentalhealth

We are hosting two Community Mental Health Forums in the Kansas City and Greater Wichita areas this month! These semi-annual gatherings are designed to create an open and supportive space for discussing mental health topics that matter to our communities. This fall, we're talking all about the impact of social media and technology on teen mental health. These conversational events include a panel of teen and adult advocates and round-table discussions where community members can join the conversation. Please join us and spread the word if you're in one of these regions! Johnson County panelists: - James Robert (Bob) Batterson, MD, Children's Mercy Kansas City, Associate Division Director, Developmental & Behavioral Health - Gretchen King, Screen Sanity, Partnerships Manager - Erin Little, sisu mental wellness, CEO Sedgwick County panelists: - Caleb Rivera, Architect Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapist - Dr. Rebecca Culver-Turner, LCMFT Program Director of Wichita MSFT Program, Associate Professor at Friends University - Dr. Brandon Whipple, Former mayor of Wichita, CEO of Air Capital Strategies RSVP for Johnson County (October 10): https://lnkd.in/gsqU87ys RSVP for Sedgwick County (October 22): https://lnkd.in/g9ss7J49

Some good news for youth mental health in Kansas! 👇 Mental Health America recently released its annual State of Mental Health report and Kansas rose in ranking from 50th to 16th in overall youth behavioral health from 2023 to 2024. States with higher rankings show a lower prevalence of mental illness and higher rates of access to care for youth. While there is still room for improvement, this is positive progress worth celebrating! See more key findings from the report in the infographic below. #youthmentalhealth #teenmentalhealth #stateofmentalhealth

Let’s talk about 9️⃣ 8️⃣ 8️⃣ ! 988 is the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a free and confidential resource available 24/7. Whether you prefer to call, text or chat, anyone, anywhere can access this service for support. No issue is too big or too small, and everything shared is confidential. You can help by spreading the word about 988 and encouraging people to get help when they need it. #suicidepreventionmonth #suicideprevention #crisisline #mentalhealthawarenesss

Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that with help from Verizon and T-Mobile, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will start routing calls to 988 based on the caller’s location, rather than by area code. This change will ensure that those seeking help are connected to local crisis centers and resources right away. Read more about this exciting update on the HHS website below. #988lifeline #crisisline #suicideprevention #mentalhealthnews

The best thing you can do if someone opens up to you about experiencing suicidal thoughts is to react with kindness and compassion instead of fear or shame. Save and share these responses! This can be heavy to handle on your own. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or ideations, please call a local or national crisis line for additional support. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741-741 #suicidepreventionmonth #suicideprevention #mentalhealthawareness