05/01/2026
In May, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month to shine a light on the importance of mental health support. 1 in 5 people in the US suffer from mental illness at some point in their lives. It’s important to remember that mental health is health.
The theme of this year's Mental Health Awareness Month is "Turning Silence Into Connection", or the idea that when we share our lived experiences with each other, we challenge the stigma that prevents people from getting help. Stigma grows in silence. Healing begins in community.
This month, think about how you can share your story with someone else, rather than stay silent. We all have mental health, so we all have a story to share, and your story can make a real difference to someone. Even just realizing that they're not alone in their struggle can be life-changing.
Mental health is impacted by a lot of factors, including socioeconomic status and access to support. While we all have mental health, we’re not always taught about what we can do to support our mental health when times are hard. Working with a mental health professional can help you develop a plan to cope when things get tough.
If you're looking for mental health support, we can help. Contact us here to get started: https://www.griefrecoveryhouston.com/contact/