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Community Outreach
Discover NIMH is a newsletter from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) to help community advocates and health professionals raise awareness about mental disorders and the importance of mental health research. Find free education and outreach materials in this newsletter and our Get Involved web section to share with your community. We encourage you to use the hashtag #shareNIMH to connect with people and organizations with similar goals.
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NEWS AND EVENTS
November is National Native American Heritage Month
National Native American Heritage Month was first recognized at the federal level in 1990 to celebrate the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.
During National Native American Heritage Month, learn more about research focused on reducing the burden of suicide among youth and addressing mental health challenges in American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
In this video, NIH Tribal Health Research Office Director David R. Wilson, Ph.D., and NIMH Director Joshua Gordon, M.D., Ph.D., discuss current issues related to mental health in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities. Their conversation touches on the large-scale mental health impacts of COVID-19, the importance of suicide prevention, and relevant NIMH research and resources.
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Family Health History Day is November 23
Typically observed on Thanksgiving, Family Health History Day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of knowing your family's health and mental health history. This knowledge can be a powerful tool for early intervention and prevention and contribute to healthier and happier lives for us and our future generations.
November is National Diabetes Month
November is American Diabetes Month, a time when communities team up to raise awareness about diabetes. People with chronic medical conditions, like diabetes, are at higher risk of depression.
Veterans Day is November 11
Veterans may face mental health challenges, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and risk of suicide. This Veterans Day, share information and resources to help those who have served and sacrificed for our country.
This brochure provides information about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including risk factors, symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help for yourself or someone else who may have PTSD.
En español: Trastorno por estrés postraumático
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FEATURED RESOURCES
New Coloring and Activity Book for Kids
NIMH creates and shares resources to help teach kids about mental health and the brain. Watch, download, and order a variety of resources, including videos, coloring books, and hands-on quizzes and activities in the Resources for Students and Educators section.
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This free coloring and activity book introduces kids to the exciting world of mental health research. They'll learn about mental health, clinical trials, the scientific method, and even conduct their own experiment!
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Brain donation helps researchers study psychiatric and neurological disorders, which affect millions of people each year. Learn about why people donate their brains, the process of brain donation, and how you can sign up to make this generous gift.
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Facebook Live: Childhood Irritability
Date: November 7, 2023
Time: 1:00–1:30 p.m. ET
Join NIMH for a Facebook Live event on childhood irritability featuring NIMH expert Dr. Melissa Brotman, chief of the Neuroscience and Novel Therapeutics Unit in the Intramural Research Program.
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Pass it on!
Do you know someone who is interested in raising awareness about mental health? Please forward this email and encourage them to subscribe to Discover NIMH!
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