When you notice a friend, colleague or loved one struggling, it can be hard to know the best way to support them. Knowing how to recognize the signs that someone is experiencing a mental health challenge is the first step to helping. This post from Mental Health First Aid provides 5 ways you can […]
Thank you to everyone who used their voice to help protect mental health care. NAMI Posted on January 15, 2026 Arlington, VA – After significant pushback by NAMI and a united mental health and substance use community, multiple sources confirmed late last night that the Administration will reverse unprecedented cuts made less than 24 hours earlier. The cuts, […]
Our Podcast Has Officially Launched! We’re excited to share that the first two episodes of the Wellness in the Woods Podcast are now live! Episode 1: Pilot — Welcome to the Wellness in the Woods Podcast An introduction to who we are, why we’re here, and what you can expect from future conversations. Episode 2: […]
New research reveals systematic failures across ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Meta AI in recognizing mental health conditions affecting 20% of young people Common Sense Media Thursday, November 20, 2025 Common Sense Media today released a comprehensive risk assessment finding that AI chatbots are fundamentally unsafe for teen mental health support. The research, conducted alongside Stanford […]
Sharing: Suicide Prevention Insights to Action Increasing capacity to use suicide prevention data in Minnesota Suicide Prevention Insights to Action is a quarterly publication developed by the Minnesota Department of Health Suicide Prevention Data Action Team. The goal is to improve individual, organization, and community capacity to use suicide-related data to identify high-risk groups, set […]
Can an hour’s time change disrupt our body, sleep, and mental health? Go toward the light Research suggests that changing our clocks twice a year can have various health consequences. Of the two, springing ahead one hour tends to be more disruptive. That hour change can upset our circadian rhythms, the body’s natural 24-hour cycles […]
VIRTUAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP When: Tuesdays at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM starting September 2, 2025 Where: Virtual on Zoom https://zoom.us/j/4392751585?omn=92615445411 Adults who have lost loved ones are invited to gather weekly to share tears, hope, and compassion in a safe and supportive space. This is a free, drop in peer support group – open […]
While breast cancer is a physical illness, it is one with significant mental health impact too. People with a breast cancer diagnosis during and after treatment may experience a wide range of feelings, such as anxiety, depression, sadness, anger, fear, and frustration. These feelings may be normal reactions to distressing life events and most of […]
Week 4: Advocate for change: Your voice matters. Community conversations are a common thread that builds community. There are many ways to hold conversations within your community. Consider searching for a community education class or community recreation programs near you to help you talk about mental health and suicide prevention. #YouMatterMN #CreateHopeThroughAction NW8 Adult & […]
Week 3: Connect to protect: Relationships save lives. Having conversations around mental health and suicide can sometimes be uncomfortable, but it can also make a big difference. Not sure where to start? Check out these trainings offered in Minnesota. Suicide Prevention Trainings (https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/suicide/communities/preventsuicidetrainings.html) NW8 Adult & Children’s Crisis Support Line: 800.282.5005 #YouMatterMN #CreateHopeThroughAction
Week 2: Reach out: Help is within reach. Warm lines and peer support can be valuable for those who are managing stress. You do not need to be in immediate crisis to call the warm line. Anyone seeking support may call the Minnesota Warm Line for Peer Support connection at 844-739-0369, from 5 p.m. to […]
Week 1: Learn the warning signs: Hope begins with awareness Sometimes it is hard to know when you need to connect with someone to support you with your mental health. If you want to learn more about when you may need to get support, check out the My Mental Health (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/my-mental-health-do-i-need-help) infographic from the National […]