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October 9, 2024

Ten Ways To Take Action This World Mental Health Day

It’s World Mental Health Day! Today, we celebrate not only the importance of mental health awareness but also a significant…

News
September 6, 2024

Stories of Impact: Suicide Prevention Through Mental Health Education

In 2022, about 49,476 in the U.S died by suicide — an average of one person every 11 minutes —…

Mental Health First Aid, News, recovery, Suicide
September 3, 2024

National Recovery Month 2024: Stories of Transformation Through Mental Health…

September is National Recovery Month 2024 — a time to honor the resilience of those who have faced mental health…

Homepage, Mental Health First Aid, News, recovery
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group of smiling people huddling in a circle
September 3, 2024

Suicide Prevention Month: A Resource Guide

In 2022, nearly 49,476 people in the U.S. died by suicide — an average of one person every 11 minutes —…

Be The Difference, Mental Health First Aid, Suicide
Dr. Julio E. Sabater with a Team Changing Minds participant
July 25, 2024

Empowering Youth Mental Health: Insights from Team Changing Minds

When it comes to mental health advocacy, there’s a need for tailored support to address the unique challenges faced by…

Men, Mental Health First Aid, Minority Health, Partnerships, Youth Mental Health
Dr. Price discusses the Role of Schools in Minority Mental Health
July 22, 2024

The Role of Schools in Promoting Mental Health with Dr.…

While schools play an important role in shaping the social and emotional wellbeing of students, Dr. Price notes that they…

Mental Health First Aid, Minority Health
Instructor Elaine Peng teaching in front of the class
July 19, 2024

Overcoming Stigma to Support Communities’ Mental Health

“One in five adults in the United States is living with a mental illness, and I often ask myself, why…

Mental Health First Aid, Minority Health
Johnny pictured at NatCon in St. Louis alongside MHFA Coordinator, Tiah Grimes.
July 1, 2024

Community Impact: How MHFA Instructors Are Making a Difference in…

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)’s fast growth — building on the more than 3 million people trained across the U.S.…

Mental Health First Aid, News
June 17, 2024

The Future of Community-Engaged Research in Mental Health

This blog focuses on why community-engaged research is important for mental health equity in Black communities, Dr. Arnold’s work in…

Mental Health First Aid, Minority Health, Wellbeing
June 12, 2024

Mental Health Insights from Dr. Douglas Knutson

As we celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is honored to spotlight one of our distinguished Research…

Mental Health First Aid
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May 7, 2024

30 Courses Later, Sarah Haupt’s Passion for Teaching Older Adults…

Having taught over 30 MHFA, MHFA instructor Sarah Haupt recently reflected on her special connection with the older adult community.

Mental Health First Aid, News
May 1, 2024

Four Ways to Move Forward this Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and this year, we invite you to take four ways forward for mental health.

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