Mental Health First Aid News & Blogs
Read the latest blog posts and press releases from Mental Health First Aid to see the program’s impact on workplaces, schools and communities all across the country.
Press and media: To get in touch with our Public Relations team for your coverage, please visit our press page or contact Irene Tung at IreneT@TheNationalCouncil.org.
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The Path to Wellbeing
November 25, 2025
Mental health is a core component of our health. When you prioritize your own mental health and wellbeing, it opens opportunities to focus on the wellbeing of your family, friends, communities and organizations.
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First Aider Spotlight: Darren Wright and Ari, Oro Valley PD
If you had told Darren Wright 10 years ago that he’d be an outspoken advocate for mental wellbeing in law enforcement and trained in Mental Health First Aid, he “would have laughed you off.” Wright, a Marine and a volunteer firefighter, had a 31 year-career as a state trooper in Washington. He described himself as
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Mental Health Resources
If a mental health or substance use challenge is affecting you or someone you know, there are several resources available to learn more or get connected with help. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial 911 in case of emergency.
