Berks Officials Recognize Mental Health Awareness Month

County recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners officially recognized May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month during a public meeting, highlighting the crucial work of mental health advocates and service providers throughout the county.

Berks officials recognize mental health awareness month

Nearly 60 million Americans live with mental health conditions. But, despite a growing awareness, mental health remains a topic shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding. To highlight people with these conditions and their contributions to the community, the Berks County commissioners issued a proclamation at their weekly meeting Thursday designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The commissioners highlighted the importance of early interv…

Green Thumb Initiative: The importance of understanding, supporting mental health

May has been observed as a month of mental health awareness since 1949. It was designated by the National Association of Mental Health to raise public awareness about mental health conditions, reduce stigma, and promote understanding and support for those affected by mental illness. One in five Americans struggles with various mental health issues. It sounds wonderful that we recognize the importance of mental well-being, work on reducing stigma…

Turn mental health awareness into action

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a dedicated time for people, organizations, and communities to join their voices to broadcast the message that mental health matters.

Lina Robles To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, Indio High School hosted an informational event for students focused on promoting social and emotional well-being. School staff said more than 300 students visited the 30 informational tables during their lunch break to learn ways to reduce stress and anxiety. This event comes at a time when teens are facing increasing pressure and self-esteem issues due to social media and video games. The…

Mental Health For Student-Athletes – R & J Broadcasting Inc.

R&J News continues to look at mental health during Mental Health Awareness Month.  Jay Paterno, author of a new book titled “Blitzed!: The All-Out Pressure of College Football’s New Era”, says college athletic programs are getting better at making mental health resources available to male and female athletes.  It’s just a matter of getting the athletes to use those resources. A 2022 study showed that 92 percent of athletic staff reported they do…