May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a crucial period for spotlighting mental health issues and combating associated stigmas. Recognizing that mental health is as vital as physical well-being is paramount. We would like to remind you of the mental health and well-being services available to you and your family throughout the year. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential short-term counseling and other resources at no charge. EAP services are voluntary and help employees work through challenges that may adversely affect job performance, health, or personal well-being. The EAP can be reached at 301-496-3164 or visit their website.
We also encourage you to explore the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)’s Digital Shareable Resources (toolkit) to raise awareness about mental health in your community. The NIMH encourages you to use the hashtag #shareNIMH in your social media posts to connect with people and organizations sharing similar goals and amplify the impact of your efforts.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Work-Life@NIH are offering a variety of events aimed to enhance your overall wellness:
| Event Name | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Stress Reduction Techniques: Relax, Get Centered & Improve Your Mindset (Meeting ID: 160 527 6872) | May 2, 2:00pm to 3:00PM |
| Loving You – Boosting Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance | May 8,1:00pm to 2:00pm |
| Mental Illness: Tips for Helping Others | May 13, 1:00pm to 2:00pm |
| Adult Caregiving Peer Circles | Bi-monthly on Thursday, at 9:00am, for six sessions, beginning May 16 and continuing until July 25, 2024. |
The following resources may also help you learn more and get involved:
- Stress Less; Healthy Relaxation for #OurHearts (NHLBI)
- Your Healthiest Self: Wellness Toolkits (NIH)
- Your Workplace Mental Health Toolkit (HHS/NIH only)
- Mental Health Tools and Resources (CDC)
- How to Improve Mental Health (Medline Plus)
- Mental Health America: Mental Health Month (MHA)
- Mental Health Treatment Works (SAMHSA)
- Talking about Mental Health (SAMHSA)