The Mental Health Minute

Providing mental health information, resources and self-care tips!

Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM) has been observed since 1949. For more than 20 years, SAMHSA has joined that tradition every May, raising awareness, sharing resources, and supporting the individuals and communities who need it most.

Mental health is part of everyday life. It shapes how we think, feel, connect with others, and move through the world. This year’s theme highlights the importance of:

• Noticing early signs of mental health concerns
• Strengthening the support around us
• Responding with care and compassion during challenging moments

Mental health touches every part of life — from housing and work to relationships and community. When mental health challenges arise, they often intersect with substance use, and whole person care that addresses both is essential to lasting recovery and well-being.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re celebrating Get Your Green On Day on May 15! Green is the color of mental health awareness and represents growth, hope, and renewal. Join us by wearing green to show your support, spark conversations, and help reduce the stigma around mental health. Together, we can spread awareness, compassion, and understanding—one green outfit at a time.

This year’s theme — More Good Days, Together — encourages us all to reflect on what a “good” day looks like, both for ourselves, and for our communities. Together, we can use that insight to connect people to the right support at the right time, and shape advocacy, education, and community engagement to make more good days possible for all.

A shoutout to our Mustangs for hosting their "Mustangs Don't Walk Alone" walk in support of mental health awareness. Thank you to all who came out to support!