Mental Health First Aid USA

11/21/2025

Do you know the signs and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder? Recognizing signs is an important first step so you can take care of your mental wellbeing during the colder months: https://bit.ly/3X4fAOb

11/20/2025

People in rural communities often face challenges that can impact mental wellbeing, including limited access to mental health services, stigma, and economic stress. This , learn more about MHFA for Rural Communities, which allows adults to address those disparities and identify the many unique strengths that come from living in a community of supportive neighbors, friends and families: https://bit.ly/47PpcCA

11/18/2025

Interested in becoming a Mental Health First Aid Instructor? Get your questions answered at our FAQ webinar this Thursday to learn how you can bring MHFA to your community: https://bit.ly/46Njsax

11/14/2025

We spend roughly a third of our adult lives in the workplace. On top of this dedicated time, 67% of workers reported experiencing at least one symptom of workplace burnout in 2024, according to the American Psychological Association. That makes prioritizing employee wellbeing and mental health support crucial for organizations. https://bit.ly/47Jbq4t

11/07/2025

Feeling a sense of community is essential for mental wellbeing, but finding and building that community isn't always easy. MHFA Instructor Andrea Sirois is working to build that support system in Arizona. Read more about Andrea's work in our latest Instructor Spotlight on the blog: https://bit.ly/47IVwpl

10/31/2025

Helping people doesn't have to be scary. 👻 Don't be afraid of giving support to a loved one struggling with their mental health. Have a safe and !

10/30/2025

Congratulations, Waconia High School! 💙💜

Today, 71 seniors completed National Council for Mental Wellbeing Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) with Instructor Anna Claire Panning from 2B CONTINUED.

These students learned how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their peers, and how to connect friends with trusted adults.

We’re so proud of this group of seniors for building awareness and compassion as they prepare for life beyond high school! 💪

10/30/2025

Shout out to our 10th graders for completing their Teen Mental Health First Aid certification! By learning how to start important conversations, they’re helping connect peers with the support they need. 🐾💚 Mental Health First Aid USA

10/29/2025

When a coworker goes "off-script," take a deep breath and use ALGEE 🧡🐨

10/20/2025

On Friday, NBC News Daily shared how Mental Health First Aid is making a difference on campus through the voices of Melissa Zarin and Jude Uy, Instructors at Montclair State University, and Blake, a student who used what he learned to help a friend in need.

Their experiences show how MHFA empowers people with the skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges, and to offer support when it matters most. Watch the story:

A program called "Mental Health First Aid" is training college students across the country how to spot and support someone who may be struggling. NBC News Correspondent Ellison Barber traveled to New Jersey's Montclair State University, to see how one student is using his training to make a differen...

10/11/2025

Thank you for having us on your podcast, Horizon Behavioral Health! We truly can break the stigma of mental health challenges, together. 🧡

NEW PODCAST 🎙️

It's time to bust some myths! In this episode of the Horizon Line, we welcome special guests, Janicanne Shane and Sanjana Bhakta from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, alongside Januwaa Davis from Horizon Behavioral Health to discuss common myths surrounding mental health and the importance of Mental Health First Aid.

Listen Now: https://buff.ly/MuF1Rbg


National Council for Mental Wellbeing

10/10/2025

"When leaders prioritize training like MHFA in their organization, when they share their own experiences, when they set mental health and mental health programs and legislation as a priority, it makes it a priority in all communities." Cathy Muse, National Programs Director of the National Association of Counties, joined our panel to discuss how to prioritize mental health in the workplace and beyond. Read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/42CVYnn

Mental Health First Aid and three national mental health leaders discuss how we can make mental wellbeing a reality all year round.