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Mental Health Awareness Month

All, Mental Health

by Tori Roalef
May 6, 2025

Mental Health Awareness Month is an initiative designed to raise awareness about mental health, educate the public about mental illness, and reduce the stigma around mental health care.

Did you know? Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed every May since 1949. Wow, that’s over 70 years of growing advocacy and awareness!

The Idea of the Week

Why is Mental Health Awareness Month important?

Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month—founded by Mental Health America—has been dedicated to dismantling stigma, educating the public, and advocating for public policies and resources for mental health care.

Despite progress, misconceptions and stigma around mental illness still affect how people seek care and support. The movement remains vital to:

Reduce the stigma and misconceptions around mental health,
Promote awareness and education,
Encourage prevention and intervention strategies to care for communities’ mental well-being,
Encourage individuals to seek help and support for their mental well-being, and
Advocate for accessible resources, policies, and support.

The Practice of the Week

Observing Mental Health Awareness this May does not have to be an overwhelming or huge task. This can be as simple as starting a conversation with a loved one about mental health. Below, we found several resources for you to participate in Mental Health Awareness Month.

Attend our Wellness Made Simple Workshop tomorrow (Wednesday), May 7th, from 7 PM to 8:15 PM. Gain practical tools to make wellness both easy and impactful for your busy everyday life. More details in the News of the Week!

Discover National Institutes of Health’s past and upcoming events. They offer virtual fitness and movement classes, monthly meditation sessions, and several webinars. You may also view recordings of previous webinars, such as The Art of Intentional Communication, Menopause 101, Wellness Workshop: Stress Management, or Unlocking the Door to Men’s Health.

Take action with NIH’s Mental Health Month Action Guide for 2025. The toolkit has several resources and actionable steps to care for your personal mental well-being or to participate in the Mental Health Awareness movement and care for others’ mental well-being.

Participate in NAMI’s Mental Health Awareness Month Campaign. This month’s theme is “In Every Story, There’s Strength.” Share your story by recording a short video, an audio recording, or a written story. Then submit your story on the NAMI website to share your story on their channels.

Prioritize your mental well-being through daily practices such as daily gratitude, taking breaks throughout the day, connecting with loved ones, seeking professional help, or mindfulness activities.