May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is a time that we focus on raising awareness about the importance of mental health and share resources with our communities.
Mental Health Awareness Month is crucial for public health as mental health conditions affect millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact individuals, families, and communities. By promoting awareness and understanding of mental health, we can help reduce the barriers that prevent people from seeking help and support, and ultimately improve the overall well-being of our society.
Join us in supporting The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH)'s campaign theme – Mental Health for All: Equity, Access, and Inclusivity.
EQUITY: Ensuring that everyone has access to mental health care and support, regardless of their background or circumstances.
ACCESS: The ability of individuals to obtain and utilize necessary mental health services, resources, information, and support.
INCLUSIVITY: Efforts made to emphasize the importance of cultural background; understanding and respecting diverse cultures' unique mental health needs.
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Triage, Referral, Assistance, and Crisis Support
Use this website to find a treatment facility that is taking new clients right now.
Kentuckians in crisis can now connect with suicide prevention, mental health and substance abuse counselors using a nationwide, easier-to-dial phone number – 988.
The University of Kentucky College of Public Health is undergoing a review by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for re-accreditation. Part of this process includes the invitation to provide third-party comments. Anyone, including students, alumni, employers, community partners, etc., is allowed to share relevant information about the college directly with CEPH. If you would like to provide input to CEPH to inform their review, send your comments to submissions@ceph.org by May 4th, 2025.
