Mental health is a subject that affects us all, yet we often talk about it in hushed tones or not at all. Statistics show that 1 in 5 people will experience a mental illness during their lifetime, making it one of our country’s most widespread health issues. That is why we need to increase mental health awareness and open the conversation for those with mental illness and their friends, family, and loved ones.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Embracing the Unexpected | Maree Dee is proud to present campaigns, resources, and posts that can help. We all have the potential to help someone in need or even help ourselves. Will you show your support by participating in one or more of the activities below?
Ways to Participate in Mental Health Awareness Month
There are numerous ways to participate—
- Join a mental health awareness campaign
- Share a post below related to mental illness
- Share a resource offering support
- Post on social media about mental health
- Talk about mental health with friends and family
- Reach out to someone who may be struggling
- Follow us on social media for mental health conversations
- Offer a listening ear to a friend
- Pray
The more we engage in conversations with understanding and knowledge, the more we will lower the stigma. Let’s come together to reduce the stigma around mental illness and treat it like any other sickness.
We all can do something to help someone impacted by mental illness; no one should ever be alone in the struggle. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth Click To TweetThe Entire Family Needs Support
Mental Health Awareness Month: Mental health challenges don't solely impact the person with the illness. The entire family needs our support. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mareedee Click To TweetJoin Us on Social Media During Mental Health Awareness Month
Join us each Wednesday in May on social media as we talk and share about mental health.
Our Mental Health Awareness Posts for May 2023
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Join a Campaign and Make a Difference!
Mental Health America
For Mental Health Month this year, Mental Health America encourages individuals to look around and within. From your neighborhood to genetics, many factors come into play when it comes to mental health conditions. Click here to learn more and help spread awareness.
National Alliance for Mental Illness
This year, NAMI is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with the More Than Enough campaign! Tap the graphic to discover how you can get involved. #MoreThanEnough
Mental Health Awareness—Borderline Personality Disorder
National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder is a resource for families, people in recovery, and professionals impacted by this illness. May is also BPD awareness month. Click here to visit the website and learn more.
Upcoming Talk | Mental Health
How to Help Someone in a Mental Health Crisis
Are you a caregiver for someone with mental illness? Are you equipped to handle a mental health crisis? Our knowledge and skills can become a little rusty over time. We invite you to join Maree Dee and her guest, Mike, as they impart valuable tips, personal experiences, and a crucial tool for handling crises.
When you register, you will receive a link from Zoom and again on the day of the talk.
Meeting Time Saturday, April 27, 2024: 9 – 10:30 am (Pacific Time) | 10 – 11:30 am (Mountain Time) | 11 am – 12:30 pm (Central Time) | 12 – 1:30 pm (Eastern Time)
Mental Health Caregiver Support
Embracing Faith & Mental Illness is a Christ-centered online community for people who care for someone with a mental illness. We have four unique ways for caregivers to participate. You choose what works best for you.
Firstly, a Monthly Mental Health Newsletter for Caregivers
Join our monthly newsletter for caregivers. The email includes mental health tips, resources, and more delivered straight to your inbox on the first of the month. Plus, access to a private mental health library filled with information, resources, top posts, and more all in one place.
Secondly, a Private Facebook Group | Hosted by Maree Dee
Our private Facebook community is Christ-centered for people who care for someone with a mental illness. It is a safe place to express your concerns, ask questions, and seek support. We hope you will build relationships and find encouragement among people going through similar circumstances.
Thirdly, Real Talk, Real Support Zoom Call
Maree hosts 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸, 𝗥𝗲𝗮l 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 monthly via Zoom on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM Mountain Time. Although it is an informal time to gather for prayer and support, the meetings generally center around a topic related to loving someone with a mental illness. You must be on the newsletter email list or part of our private Facebook group to receive the Zoom link.
Fourthly, Mental Health Zoom Presentations
On a quarterly basis, Maree offers caregivers in our community a Zoom presentation where she will strive to support, educate, & teach life-changing skills. Join our Embracing Faith & Mental Illness email list to receive an invite.
Mental Health Classes for Families
The National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder—NEA.BPD offers an incredible class called Family Connections. This course is for individuals who support someone with BPD or emotional dysregulation. It is a place where you will learn about the disorder and skills that will make a difference in your family. Please click here for more information about this class. Maree is a trained Family Connections teacher and has proudly served as a board member for this incredible organization.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers an excellent class called Family to Family. This program is for family members, significant others, and friends of people living with mental illness. Please click here to learn more about it.
For additional resources on mental health, please click here.
Posts Related to Mental Health
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Celebrating Mother’s Day is important even when your child has a mental illness. We must push beyond the challenges and see the benefits.
Are you one that jumps right in to help others? Perhaps, there is a better way to share the burden with a loved one.
Will you join me, step up during May, and help with Mental Health Awareness? Let’s strike down those false beliefs.
You have tried everything to assist someone you care about. How do you help in the wait when your loved one won’t fight their battle?
Watch a video presentation about Mental Illness: How to Step in and Help a Family Like Mine. We all can do something to support.
We all can be a part of suicide prevention regardless of our training. You might be the one to save a life.
Do you ever feel ill-equipped to help? Did you know there is one thing everyone can offer someone with a mental illness?
Have you ever been given the privilege of caring for another human being? Find out today two ways to help you be a compassionate caregiver.
Have you ever tried to help someone you love in pain? You hope and pray they will at least know they are not alone in the struggle.
“Please, not again; I can’t listen to you talk about what might happen! Learn how to help someone with an anxiety disorder.
To read our ten top posts on mental health, click here.
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