May is Mental Health Awareness Month and a time to raise awareness and reduce the stigma around these issues. Mental health, including our emotional and social well-being, is just as important as physical health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental illness each year, and it is a common health condition in the United States. A number of factors can contribute to the risk for mental illness, such as traumatic life experiences, medical conditions, family history, use of alcohol or drugs, and access to a supportive social network. In addition, an individual’s mental health can change over time and can determine how they handle stress and conflict, relate to others, and overall behavior.
In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), NIH Health and Wellness Council (HWC), and OD Resilience Through Well-Being campaign are offering a variety of different events aimed to enhance your overall wellness:
| Event Name | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Understanding Schizophrenia Webinar (NIMH - Facebook Live) | May 4, 2023 1:00pm - 1:30pm |
| Understanding Generational Differences in the Workplace (EAP) | May 23, 2023 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
| Understanding Generational Differences in the Workplace | May 23, 2023 |
| Mindfulness in the Workplace | May 24, 2023 |
| Mindfulness in the Workplace (EAP) | May 24, 2023 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
| Weekly 15-minute Guided Meditation Series (OD Resilience Through Well-Being) | (each week in the month of May 2023) |
| Mindfulness in the Workplace Webinar | May 9, 2023 11:30am - 12:30pm |
The following resources may also help you learn more and get involved:
- NIH Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Find Help (NIMH)
- Caring for Your Mental Health (NIMH)
- Stress Less; Healthy Relaxation for #OurHearts (NHLBI)
- Your Healthiest Self: Wellness Toolkits (NIH)
- Your Workplace Mental Health Toolkit (HHS)
- Mental Health Tools and Resources (CDC)
- How to Improve Mental Health (Medline Plus)
- Mental Health America: Mental Health Month (MHA)
- How to Talk About Mental Health (SAMHSA)