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Each of us experience a different mental health journey. Mental Health Matters explores topics we might face including resources we can use to support our mental health as well as those around us.
Mental Health Matters
A close-up on the hands of two people sitting side-by-side on a couch. A woman in a red blouse rests her hand reassuringly on the hand of a person in military camouflage pants, in a gesture of support.
When discussing mental health in the veteran population, the focus is often centered around suicide prevention, given the alarming rates within this community. However, it is crucial to recognize that veteran mental health encompasses more than jus…
A pair of cupped hands gently holds a glass globe of the Earth. A single, leafy green tree grows out of the top of the globe, symbolizing environmental protection and Earth Day.
What is Earth Day? Imagine this…before 1970 a factory could spew out black clouds of toxic smoke into the air or dump tons of toxic waste into a nearby streams.  And guess what? It actually was not illegal. Back then there was no Environmental…
A man with a sad and troubled expression sits alone at a bar, looking down into a glass of liquor. He rests his head in his hand, conveying a sense of stress and loneliness.
Stress and alcohol are often intertwined in a vicious cycle. Many people turn to alcohol as a way of coping with stress, but in the long run, this can be detrimental to mental health and overall well-being. In recognition of Stress Awareness Month…
A young Black woman with curly hair smiles with her eyes closed as she shares a warm, comforting hug with her mother on a sofa in a brightly lit living room.
March is National Women’s History Month—a time to celebrate stories of the past that paved the way for women today, celebrate the contributions women continue to make, and envision a future where people are treated equally, no matter how they ident…
A cluster of colorful, 3D-style icons representing various disabilities is gathered on the left side of a white background. The icons include a person in a wheelchair, an elderly person with a walker, a figure with a cane, an ear (hearing loss), hands (sign language), a head with a gear (cognitive disability), and a hand with dots (braille).
Think about a moment you or someone you know were circling a parking lot, trying to find a spot. Perhaps one of the spots near the front reserved for those with disabilities is still open, though you don’t park there, of course, because you are a g…
A close-up photo focuses on two people's hands. One person gently holds the other's hands in a comforting and supportive gesture. A clipboard is visible in the foreground, suggesting a therapy or counseling session.
In a society where a lack of representation and research has led to numerous disparities in the mental health care system, especially for the Black community, where many feel as though they should avoid seeking treatment within the systemic, prejud…
A young Asian woman smiles at her reflection while using a red lipstick to draw a heart on the mirror, framing her face in a gesture of self-love.
It is THAT time of year again. Lovey-dovey cards, heart-shaped chocolates, and flowers fill the shelves in every grocery store across the nation. Restaurant reservations are booked out weeks in advance. The weeks leading up to Valentine’s Day overf…
A close-up on two hands in front of a blurred background of liquor bottles. One hand is offering a glass of whiskey, while the other hand is held up with the palm forward in a clear gesture of refusal.
The first month of 2023 will soon be coming to a close, and you may have heard your friends, family, and coworkers participating in something called “Dry January.” This is essentially a challenge many people have undertaken to abstain from any subs…
A man kneels on a rocky mountaintop, looking out at a vast expanse of rolling mountains that fade into the distance. A bright orange line of a sunset or sunrise glows on the horizon under a clear sky,
‘Tis the season for setting New Year’s resolutions! For many of us, the new year is like starting a new chapter in the book of life. Now that the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is declining, perhaps you are finding yourself envisioning…
A diverse group of six adults smiles and interacts while painting together in an art class. They are seated at a long white table in a bright, spacious studio with exposed brick walls and large windows, all wearing aprons and focused on their artwork.
Many people often find it challenging to articulate their emotions into words. Oscar Wilde once said, “Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.” Humans have relied on the arts as a form…

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