national mental health awareness

Share your story and tell us what the message of "Together for Mental Health" means to you! Mental Illness Awareness Week occurs during the first week of October and this year, it is observed from October 1 to 7. Chemical imbalances in the brain can cause a lot of mental tension leading to trauma and illness. List of NIMH science news including press releases, science updates and institute announcements. Spreading awareness enables schools to identify children who need help and get them the mental health care they need. },100); May 5th, 2022 event commemorating child and youth mental health and honoring youth and family peer support. When communities and states invest in mental health services, they ensure that the necessary treatment is available for those who need it.