Warning Signs and Risk Factors for Emotional Distress Learn about the common warning signs and risk factors for emotional distress that children, adults, and first responders often experience. View Resource
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
CHC_Blogging2019-11-03T16:13:40-05:00National Suicide Prevention Lifeline We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. View Resource
Disaster Distress Helpline
CHC_Blogging2019-10-07T10:10:43-04:00Disaster Distress Helpline SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. The Disaster Distress Helpline also answers calls and texts related to infectious disease outbreaks, such as the Ebola outbreak, incidents of community unrest, [...]
Music and Mental Health in American Indian Cultures
CHC_Blogging2019-11-22T20:46:47-05:00Music and Mental Health in American Indian Cultures One of those traditions that can have a positive influence on mental health is music. Music has historically played a significant role when it comes to healing in American Indian cultures. Today, the return to these spiritual and [...]
Warning Signs of Suicide
CHC_Blogging2019-12-05T20:41:38-05:00Warning Signs of Suicide It can be frightening if someone you love talks about suicidal thoughts. It can be even more frightening if you find yourself thinking about dying or giving up on life. Not taking these kinds of thoughts seriously can have devastating outcomes, as [...]
Depression Treatment and Support
CHC_Blogging2019-11-22T20:27:29-05:00Depression Treatment and Support More than 17 million U.S. adults—over 7% of the population—had at least one major depressive episode in the past year. Left untreated, depression can be devastating for those who have it and their families. Fortunately, with early detection, diagnosis and a treatment plan consisting of medication, [...]
Being Mentally Prepared for a Crisis
CHC_Blogging2019-11-03T18:02:40-05:00Being Mentally Prepared for a Crisis No one wants to worry about the possibility of a crisis, but they do happen. That doesn't mean you have to feel powerless. View Resource
Mental Health Treatment and Services
CHC_Blogging2019-11-25T15:42:47-05:00Mental Health Treatment and Services Choosing the right mix of treatments and supports that work for you is an important step in the recovery process. Treatment choices for mental health conditions will vary from person to person. Even people with the same diagnosis will have different [...]
Prevalence and Impact of Mental Illness
CHC_Blogging2019-11-25T15:39:14-05:00Prevalence and Impact of Mental Illness Millions of Americans are affected by mental health conditions every year. Here are some fact sheets and infographics about the prevalence and impact of mental illness. Provided by National Alliance on Mental Illness. View Resource [...]
Mental Health By the Numbers
CHC_Blogging2019-11-25T15:31:23-05:00Mental Health By the Numbers Millions of people in the U.S. are affected by mental illness each year. It’s important to measure how common mental illness is, so we can understand its physical, social and financial impact — and so we can show that no one is alone. [...]
Mental Health Support for Veterans and Active Duty
CHC_Blogging2019-11-17T22:04:55-05:00Mental Health Support for Veterans and Active Duty According to a 2014 study, nearly 1 in 4 active duty members showed signs of a mental health condition. On this page we focus on questions that military personnel often ask, concerning treatment resources, disclosure and staying healthy during the [...]
Recognizing the Symptoms of Mental Health Conditions
CHC_Blogging2019-11-17T21:55:59-05:00Recognizing the Symptoms of Mental Health Conditions A mental illness is a condition that affects a person's thinking, feeling or mood. Such conditions may affect someone's ability to relate to others and function each day. Each person will have different experiences, even people with the same [...]