Breaking the Barriers

01/09/2026

Find real, relatable mental health support made for you. No judgment, just expert-backed guidance, stories, and tools to help you navigate life’s challenges. You’re not alone—we’re in it together.

01/09/2026

Acknowledging emotional problems is the first step to getting help. But for teenagers it can be especially hard to do.Tips for starting the conversation.

01/09/2026

Pointers for parents seeking psychiatric treatment at an emergency room. Knowing what the ER can and cannot do will help parents stay grounded.

01/09/2026

Important:If you or someone you know needs help now, call 988 or visit the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. A safety plan is something mental health professionals use when a child or adolescent says or does something that suggests they are at risk of doing something harmful. It’s usually triggered by ta...

01/09/2026

A common and effective treatment for su***de prevention. What you need to know about cognitive behavioral therapy for su***de prevention.

01/09/2026

Su***de and Helping Struggling Kids
September is National Su***de Prevention Month, and an important reminder that preventing su***de starts with a willingness to talk about it. A friend of mine who struggled with suicidal thoughts as a teenager once told me that she longed for someone to talk to about how she was feeling but wasn’t sure how to do it. It can feel scary, especially if you’re a teen yourself, to consider that someone you care about is thinking about su***de. So you might avoid the topic altogether, worried you’ll mess up and say the wrong thing. But a lot of times, people who have thoughts about killing themselves are scared, too — my friend described it as a profound sense of isolation, like she was stuck on a deserted island. She eventually got the support she needed, but a genuine “How are you?” from a friend, she said, would have been received with more relief than they could have known, a gesture from a distant shore.

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News from National
August 26, 2026





The premier mental health event of the year is less than two months away!

Time is running out to secure your registration and book your hotel with our discounted rates.
Need some convincing? Here are three reasons you should join us for the Mental Health America Conference in October:
1. Experience inspiring breakout sessions with four dynamic tracks: Innovation, Whole Health, Mental Health Across the Lifespan, and Access & Workforce Transformation.
2. Gain actionable takeaways: Earn CEUs and get full access to our Conference Action Guide with key action steps from every session so you can put new strategies into practice right away.
3. Connect with advocates in-person: Network with a passionate community of peers and explore cutting-edge tools in the Exhibit Hall.
Space is limited, and October is right around the corner!
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Transforming attitudes, care, and outcomes in depression

A recent MHA-hosted and Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine-sponsored webinar, “Beyond the Diagnosis: Transforming Attitudes, Care, and Outcomes in Depression,” is now available to watch.
In this discussion, Tyrone Brewer, Dr. Jessica Jackson, and patient advocate Roshini Cope addressed how we can aim to improve mental health care to help patients toward reaching remission from their depressive symptoms.
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Get ready to go back to school

As the school year begins, students and families face a mix of excitement, pressure, and uncertainty. Whether you’re a young person navigating new challenges or a caregiver looking to support your child’s emotional well-being, Mental Health America is here to help with practical guidance, free tools, and resources for every step of the journey.
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It's back to school season! Planning to order for a school, classroom, or organization? Enjoy 10% off your bulk order of 50+ items.
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Supporting military families through transitions

August 25, 2026 at 1:00 pm





Mental Health America on the road

MHA is on the road connecting with partners and advocates across the country to strengthen our mission. Here's a highlight from the past two weeks:

MHA participated in the NASMHPD annual meeting where MHA Interim President & CEO Dr. Pierluigi Mancini presented on our effort to address rural mental health.



Affiliate news

Linda Raines to retire after 40 years of leadership at MHAMD

Linda Raines is retiring as CEO of the Mental Health Association of Maryland (MHAMD) after 40 years of transformative leadership. Since joining MHAMD in 1986, Raines has grown the organization from a small advocacy office into a statewide leader in mental health systems change. Under her leadership, MHAMD launched nationally recognized programs including Mental Health First Aid Maryland, Children’s Mental Health Matters, Healthy New Moms, and Older Adults Vibrant Minds. She also founded BrainFutures, a national nonprofit focused on brain health policy and research. She will continue in her role until a successor is chosen and will serve as a consultant through 2027. A national search for her replacement is underway in collaboration with DRiWaterstone Human Capital. See more about the position.

MHA Oklahoma receives $250,000 to expand eviction prevention

Mental Health Association Oklahoma (MHAOK) will receive $250,000 from the Oklahoma City Community Foundation to expand its eviction prevention efforts. The investment will help MHA Oklahoma provide greater support to individuals and families at risk of losing their homes. The funding is part of the foundation’s Bridge OKC Fund, which invests in community-driven solutions to gaps in homelessness and mental health services. The latest grants total nearly $795,000 across three local organizations, with more Bridge OKC funding planned to reach $1 million.

MHAST to open crisis stabilization center in Binghamton

A former CVS building in Binghamton Plaza is being transformed into a 24-hour crisis stabilization center for people experiencing mental health or substance use crises. The Mental Health Association of the Southern Tier (MHAST) expects the voluntary center to open in September, pending state approval. Serving residents across eight counties, the center will offer an alternative to 911 or emergency departments, providing immediate support, peer services, sensory rooms and a safe, welcoming space to de-escalate and connect with care.

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