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Mental Health America’s (MHA) “Look Around, Look Within”

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and every year, we can look forward to a resource that can support those struggling with their health.

Mental Health America's (MHA) "Look Around, Look Within" is an example of a toolkit created to bring awareness to mental health nationwide. Check out our breakdown of a few guides in the tool and how you or others can use it to care for your mental health and community. 

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A Mental Health Test

Self-diagnosis isn't the first step but a step in the right direction using MHA's screening tool. Take a mental health test to determine if you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Please consider speaking with a doctor, parent, or therapist for a full assessment to receive the necessary resources and help. Find it here: https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/.

Health & Home Environments

A clean area to work, play, or relax in can do wonders for well-being. Did you know a messy bedroom can cause laziness, poor work/study ethic, and less focus? A well-kept, clean room can lead to reduced anxiety, higher confidence, and better coordination, all traits which directly lead to improved mental health. Check out the guide on building a healthy home environment on page 20 of the toolkit at: https://mhanational.org/sites/default/files/MHM/Toolkit-2023/2023-MHM-Toolkit-Images-Separate.pdf.

The Outdoors & Nature

Spending time outdoors is linked to improved mood and decision-making, positively affecting mental health and relieving stress. Even 10 minutes of natural light provides enough vitamin D to boost energy. Read more on page 32 of the toolkit here: https://mhanational.org/sites/default/files/MHM/Toolkit-2023/2023-MHM-Toolkit-Images-Separate.pdf.

May Mental Health Calendar

Need a challenge? Download, print, or save page 30 of the toolkit to find the mental health calendar. Check out the "31 ways to make the world around you work for your mental health" at: https://mhanational.org/sites/default/files/MHM/Toolkit-2023/2023-MHM-Toolkit-Images-Separate.pdf. 

Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance:1-800-654-7726.

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