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LGBTQ adults are more than twice as likely to experience a mental health condition than heterosexual adults and transgender individuals are four times as likely. LGBTQ people often face discrimination, hurtful stereotypes harassment and violence, which can negatively impact mental health.

More than six million men are affected by depression every year. While mental illness impacts both men and women, men are less likely to seek treatment due to social norms, reluctance to talk and downplaying symptoms. June is Men’s Health Month and an opportunity to raise awareness of health challenges affecting men, while encouraging them…

Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, 1.6 million Americans attempted suicide in 2022. It’s the second leading cause of death for people ages 25-34, and more than one-third of people who died by suicide in 2022 were age 55 and older. It’s important to be vigilant about signs…

A new year offers a fresh start and opportunity to develop positive life strategies. But even with the best of intentions, almost all New Year’s resolutions fail by the second week of February. It can be difficult to find the motivation to maintain these personal commitments, especially for those already managing mental health challenges.

Helping a loved one cope with a loss from suicide can be difficult. You might experience a sense of helplessness, worry the subject might trigger distress, or unintentionally say the wrong things. Your desire to provide support is genuine, but you might be unsure about the right actions to take or words to offer.

The COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the youth mental health crisis, but young people’s emotional wellbeing has been declining for years. In the decade leading up to the pandemic, feelings of persistent sadness and hopelessness rose by 40% among high schoolers.

May is Mental Health Month – a moment to raise awareness of mental health, individual struggles and the need for collective actions. More than one in five women are living with mental health conditions in the U.S.  What does this tell us? Mental health challenges are more common than you think and you’re not alone. 

More than two years into the COVID-19 pandemic we’ve become familiar with the obvious impact of the virus. Many people are vaccinated and boosted, and remote work and school are more common. What’s less clear is the pandemic’s long-term impact on children and adolescents.

For unhoused and housing insecure individuals, receiving adequate health care is no small task. For those who also live with mental health issues, it can be especially daunting. More than 20% of unhoused people are also experiencing mental health conditions, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.