July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed in July to draw attention to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face when dealing with mental illnesses in the United States.
If you or someone you know has a mental illness, there are ways to get help. NIMH's Help for Mental Illnesses page provides resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a family member.
Visit Información en español sobre la salud mental for links to NIMH information and resources in Spanish. It also includes links to health-related resources in Spanish from other trusted sources.
Use the social media message below to help educate your community about the importance of improving access to mental health care for racial, ethnic, and other minority populations.
Mental health is important for overall health. If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help. Visit https://go.usa.gov/x6MHb. #MinorityMentalHealth #NMMHM
NIMH offers basic information on mental disorders and related topics in Spanish for patients and their families, health professionals, and the public. Higher quantities of printed materials are available and can be ordered online free of charge at
nimh.nih.gov/pubsespanol.
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Este folleto ofrece información sobre el trastorno de pánico, incluyendo qué son, señales y síntomas frecuentes, causas, opciones de tratamiento y recursos para encontrar ayuda para usted o para otra persona.
Panic Disorder: When Fear Overwhelms provides information about panic disorder, including what it is, common signs and symptoms, causes, treatment options, and resources to find help for yourself or someone else.
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Este folleto ofrece información sobre el trastorno de déficit de atención con hiperactividad en los niños y los adolescentes. Incluye los síntomas, cómo se diagnostica, las causas, las opciones de tratamiento y recursos útiles.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Teens: What You Need to Know provides information about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and teens including symptoms, how it is diagnosed, causes, treatment options, and helpful resources.
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Esta hoja de datos, dirigida a los adolescentes y los adultos jóvenes, presenta información sobre cómo reconocer los síntomas de la depresión y cómo obtener ayuda.
Teen Depression: More Than Just Moodiness is an infographic intended for teens and young adults that includes information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression and get help.
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National HIV Testing Day is observed on June 27th to emphasize and raise awareness about the importance of HIV testing, especially for those at increased risk of getting or transmitting HIV. The theme for 2022 is “HIV Testing is Self-care.”
The stress associated with living with a serious illness or condition, such as HIV, can affect a person’s mental health. Self-care can play a role in maintaining your mental health and help support your treatment and recovery if you have a mental illness. Learn more about HIV/AIDS and Mental Health.
Get information about HIV testing from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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People with panic disorder have frequent and unexpected panic attacks. An untreated panic disorder can affect your quality of life and lead to difficulties at work or school. Panic disorder is treatable. Learn more about the signs and symptoms at: https://go.usa.gov/xzh7Z. |
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