{"id":14477,"date":"2024-05-03T09:02:18","date_gmt":"2024-05-03T15:02:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/?p=14477"},"modified":"2024-05-08T11:21:22","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T17:21:22","slug":"mentalhealthawarenessmonth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/es\/mentalhealthawarenessmonth\/","title":{"rendered":"Mes de la concienciaci\u00f3n sobre la salud mental"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;<a href=\"https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mental-Health-Awareness-Month-Template-2.png&#038;#8221\">https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mental-Health-Awareness-Month-Template-2.png&#038;#8221<\/a>; alt=&#8221;catching up with building hope&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Mental Health Awareness Month Template (2)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Title&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Mental Health Awareness Month<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data and statistics show us that most individuals and families are impacted by mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, body dysmorphia, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), borderline personality, Bipolar disorder, OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), schizophrenia and more. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nami.org\/Get-Involved\/Awareness-Events\/Mental-Health-Awareness-Month\/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw26KxBhBDEiwAu6KXt58w7fqccB3Dy9VNr29UXld7f2wwCja8iYGTCX8prGY0R-8lR0mXRhoCRNYQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>May is<\/b> <b>Mental Health Awareness month<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and regardless of where you are at in your own mental health journey, we want you to know you are not alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our goals this month include destigmatizing the negativity around mental health conditions, extending support and tools to the Summit County community, and the continued education to all of us to help us better understand and support ourselves and those around us. Here are a few suggestions to participate in this important month of awareness in your own life, at home, and even in your workplace. Try one or all:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Learn Coping Mechanisms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; For many years our society has encouraged a negative, shameful approach to dealing with mental health conditions. However, the more we are open to learning about our own issues and finding tools to work through them, the more we encourage those around us to do the same. Putting a name to the feelings you are experiencing is a great place to start in creating a resiliency focused approach. Exploring your options and finding coping mechanisms that work for you is very important! This will look different for all of us and requires us to be a little creative. Not one treatment or tool works the same for everyone. There is a wide range of options from breathwork, meditation, stress fidgets and journaling- to talk therapy, group support and medications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Create an open and supportive home- <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the most important things we can offer ourselves and each other is a safe space to communicate what we are experiencing and when we need additional support or help. Normalize checking in with your spouse, children, roommates, and friends, and be aware of drastic changes in their regular behaviors. Vocalizing your own struggles and feelings in front of your family and friends can role-model to others that you are a safe space to come to for support. Bring back family dinners, or schedule weekly dinners with friends and roommates to encourage connection and conversations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;<a href=\"https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Therapy-2-With-BH-Logo-600x-800-2.png&#038;#8221\">https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Therapy-2-With-BH-Logo-600x-800-2.png&#038;#8221<\/a>; title_text=&#8221;Therapy #2 With BH Logo 600x 800 (2)&#8221; url=&#8221;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.SAMHSA.org&#038;#8221\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" rel=\"nofollow\">http:\/\/www.SAMHSA.org&#038;#8221<\/a>; align=&#8221;center&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;14px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Create an open and supportive workplace-<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There are many benefits to creating an open and supportive workplace. Research shows that a positive and healthy approach to mental health can improve productivity, communication, resiliency, job satisfaction, and avoid burnout. Offer employees a safe place, person, or team to approach if they need support. Normalize talking about your feelings in front of your own team or staff and have resources available for local options including <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/\">mental health support<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/boozelesssummit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">substance abuse<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/summitadvocates.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">domestic violence<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summitfirc.org\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">food banks and rental assistance<\/a>.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Schedule a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org\/hometown-health\/speaking-of-health\/recharge-with-planned-mental-health-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>Mental Health Team Day <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with a fun, intentional activity like skiing, hiking, or volunteering that gets everyone out of the office for the day. Schedule <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/mental-health-training\/\"><b>a free Mental Health Training<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your staff to learn about tips for recognizing and talking about mental health struggles and suicidal ideation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Revamp your spaces- <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the pillars of health and wellness is creating a safe space or environment where you spend your time. Spring is a great time to declutter, purge, or revamp your home, office, room, or outdoor spaces. Start small with one area or space, donate, toss, or sell unused items. If you are having trouble letting go of some things, or purchasing items because they are on sale or a good deal, dig a little deeper and work through your attachment to these items. Try houseplants or plant a garden; there are many benefits to your physical and mental health of going \u201cgreen,\u201d (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org\/hometown-health\/speaking-of-health\/dig-into-the-benefits-of-gardening\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">learn more here<\/a><\/span>)<b>. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last purge or declutter recommendation is for your friendships and relationships. Think about the people you are spending your time with, and the activities you are participating in together. Are they improving or hindering your mental health? Prioritize the relationships and activities that positively benefit you for the long-term.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;<a href=\"https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/BH-Catchup-2.png&#038;#8221\">https:\/\/buildinghopesummit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/BH-Catchup-2.png&#038;#8221<\/a>; alt=&#8221;building Hope catchup header&#8221; title_text=&#8221;BH Catchup (2)&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Rethink your relationship with social media- <\/b>We can\u2019t control the presence of social media in our culture, but we can rethink the way we are using it. The reality is that technology can be a very beneficial \u201ctool\u201d when used appropriately, but also shows negative impacts to our mental health. Research shows that certain demographics who may struggle finding connection in real life can benefit from these online friendships and connections, filing social gaps for LGBTQ+ or BIPOC individuals in rural communities. One suggestion is to simply think about how your time on social media is making you feel. Do you feel better (connected, supported, accepted) after your time online, or worse (agitated, negative body image, bullied, rejected)? Try to avoid comparisons and remember that often you are seeing \u201caspirational\u201d images of others, with people showing the \u201cbest version\u201d of themselves, and not who they truly are. Lastly- model your own social media behavior to your family and children. Communicate openly about your own social media relationship, be mindful of what you are posting, and participate in the same rules and restrictions that you implement. Try phone <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and device free areas and times at home or charge all devices together overnight in a neutral space. <a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2024-04\/Resource-Support-youth-digital-world.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">More tips for parents here.<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Reconsider your relationship with alcohol<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; In a recent community survey facilitated by <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/PRCCustomResearch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>PRCCustomResearch.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the results showed that over 4 out of 5 residents \u201cstrongly\u201d or \u201csomewhat agree\u201d that alcohol is important to most peoples\u2019 social lives in Summit County. A \u201cvery high percentage\u201d of residents were found to engage in \u201cexcessive drinking.\u201d This percentage was highest among white, younger adult males. The survey also showed the impact of substance abuse in peoples\u2019 lives in Summit County to be widespread. 70.2% of adults (twice the US average) say their own life has been directly negatively affected by someone\u2019s substance abuse issue (their own or someone close to them). Local M1 hold hospital data also shows a direct correlation between substance abuse and mental health struggles. If you are ready to make a change in your own relationship with alcohol- make sure it is done safely, and that you find the best option for you. There are various support groups, treatment options including medical detox, and additional resources available. As a community there are opportunities for us all to make small changes. Local bars and restaurants can offer mocktails, Zero Proof and NA options <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/boozelesssummit.com\/blue-run\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">(Become a Blue Run Bar)<\/a>. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals can plan for a night out with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/boozelesssummit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>these tips. <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Together we can normalize more sober events in the community and support each other in this journey. More tips, resources, and statistics at <\/span><b><a href=\"http:\/\/BoozelessSummit.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Boozeless Summit<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May can be a really hard time to live in Summit County.\u00a0 We all enjoyed the first few peeks of warm weather and Spring, then overnight it is winter again. Many seasonal jobs have ended, and finances can be challenging during the slow months. Isolation can set in as friends leave town and businesses temporarily close. Our own mental health feelings live on a fluctuating continuum, and it\u2019s important to prioritize our own wellbeing. Of course we would all love to spend our time on the \u201cpositive\u201d side of the spectrum in a thriving state, but the reality is we will all start to dip into the \u201cnegative\u201d side and can begin to struggle. Remember to focus on the things you can control this month like routine, sleep patterns, getting outside every day, diet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and staying connected with friends and family. Most importantly remember you are not alone this May.\u00a0 Being willing and a part of these vital conversations is truly impactful. Be proud of yourself and your ongoing journey, we are in this together.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;3_4,1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;58px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<em>Article by Alyse Piburn, special projects writer for Building Hope Summit County. <\/em><em>If you have a story to share,\u00a0reach out to her at <a href=\"mailto:alyse@buildinghopesummit.org\">alyse@buildinghopesummit.org<\/a>.<\/em>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; 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