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National Health Observances (NHO)

Explore the history and significance of Mental Health Awareness Month, learn about the stigma reduction efforts, and engage with resources for supporting mental wellness in your community.

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National Health Observances (NHO)

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  1. National Health Observances (NHO) A guide to plan and execute monthly health observances in your community

  2. History & Scope of Observance Do you know the history of Mental Health Awareness Month? Mental Health Awareness Month was started in May 1949, by Mental Health America organization and came about by presidential proclamation Mental Health Awareness Month reaches millions of people in the US through media, local events, and screenings. Its purpose is to raise awareness and educate the public about: mental illnesses, such as depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder; the realities of living with these conditions; and strategies for attaining mental health and wellness. It also draws attention to suicide. Mental Health Awareness Month strives to reduce the stigma (negative attitudes and misconceptions) that surrounds mental illnesses.

  3. Partners to Engage (Who is Doing What?) *Please see attached sample for reference

  4. Target Audience This awareness campaign is intended to raise awareness and educate community members. Your coalition can work to define target audiences.

  5. Project Plan & Timeline *Please see attached sample for reference

  6. Sharing A Strong Message • Use person-first language • Speak in a compassionate, non-judgmental way • Speak up without shame • Educate yourself about mental health issues, facts, truths and myths • Lead the way- get comfortable talking about mental health issues • Engage in prevention- identify symptoms and warning signs early • Communicate that mental illnesses are common AND treatable *Please see attached sample for reference

  7. Evaluation *Please see attached sample for reference

  8. Budget *Please see attached sample for reference

  9. Call To Action Assess your mental health and learn about ways to support your personal wellness and recovery through MHA’s Screening to Supports program/site. Attend MHA’s Conference, “Fit for the Future,” to learn more about personal fitness, innovative programing and model practices and policies. Create awareness that mental illnesses are common AND treatable Be alert- People experience symptoms of mental illness differently.

  10. Resources/Website Links www.mentalhealthamerica.net www.mha.ohio.gov (Ohio Mental Health & Addiction Services) www.samhsa.gov (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) www.mentalhealth.gov (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) www.nami.org (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) www.ncmhr.org (National Coalition for Mental Health Recovery) https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 Y0ur local mental health and addiction services recovery board/agency/organization. Text the keyword “4hope” to 741741 (Crisis Text Line in Ohio)

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