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Mental health month was developed to raise awareness for mental health and the way it affects children, families, and communities. Mental Health Month was established in 1949 to shed a light on how important mental health and wellness are in the lives of Americans. It is also a time dedicated to celebrating those who have recovered from mental illness. Over the past 20 years, there have been various departments across the federal government, the health community, and the general public attempting to understand the prevention and treatment of mental health problems. This further understanding has been shown to improve the outlook of the well-being of those who struggle with their mental health.
What is Mental Health?
Mental health covers a spectrum of our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It also has a hand in how we make choices, handle stressful situations, and relate to other peoples. There is no age limit on mental health. Children through adults need to hold the same value to their mental health. Various things factor into the state of your mental health, they include biological factors – such as genes or brain chemistry, and life experience – such as trauma and abuse. Struggling with your mental health is not the end of the world, most people who have mental health problems can get better and may fully recover.
How to Support a Loved One Who Struggles with their Mental Health
It can be tough watching a loved one turn into someone you are not used to because they are suffering from their mental health. However, you should never feel like you are powerless in helping them. There are a few different ways to support them through this difficult time and their potential recovery.
Something that is guaranteed to help is knowing what you need to look for. This may require you to research the types of mental illness your loved one is suffering from and what their recovery should look like. This will help you be able to notice when things are going well or not. It also adds a level of understanding to their situation which could bring you closer.
You can also offer support by seeking help for them. Your loved one who is suffering from their mental health may be too ill to advocate for themself. Assisting with scheduling their appointments and determining the appropriate treatment for them could be a big help.
One of the most important ways to help your loved one is by being emotionally supportive. A lot of people who struggle with their mental health may feel like they are to blame for their illness. Although we know that is not true, they may be hearing that from other people. Reassuring them that they are not alone, and they should not feel ashamed will make a significant difference.
Resources
Here are a few resources that you may use or share with a loved one who is suffering from their mental health.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255); In Spanish 1-888-628-9454
- Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Line: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and press 1 or text to 838255
- Disaster Distress Helpline: Call or text 1-800-985-5990
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