Episode 23 Resources:

Not Your Average Mental Health 101

Understanding Mental Health

Check out the following organizations’ websites for more information on mental health conditions:

Kaiser Permanente - Describes common signs and symptoms of different mental health conditions
Mental Health America - Lists quick facts and statistics about mental health
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Shares a list of different types of mental health conditions

Visit MentalHealth.gov to learn how you can talk about mental health and support friends or family members with mental health conditions
Participate in Mental Health First Aid, a skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use issues
Find and join a NAMI Family Support Group, a support network for adults with loved ones living with a mental health condition

Kaiser Permanente Wellness Resources include self-care tools, tips, and activities for managing stress, sleeping better, practicing mindfulness, and more
Mental Health America Self-Help Tools share different mental health screening tools, worksheets to help you plan for a healthier lifestyle, and tips for improving your mental wellbeing
Active Minds has organized resources specific to mental health amid the pandemic for young adults, schools/parents/communities, and remote workers

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline [1-800-273-TALK (8255)] 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
SAMHSA’s National Helpline [1-800-662-HELP (4357)] is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders