All of our upcoming events are shown in the calendar below.

Introduction to the campaign

As part of California’s ongoing mental health movement, the Take Action for Mental Health campaign is designed to help you check in, learn more, and get support for your own mental health or the mental health of someone you care about.

May is Mental Health Matters Month Toolkit Materials, Click Here.

Stats

24.3 million

U.S. adults received mental health services in 2020 (source)

87%

of U.S. adults agree that having a mental health disorder is nothing to be ashamed of (source)

86%

of U.S. adults believe that people with mental health disorders can get better (source)

STAY CONNECTED

Follow us on Instagram to stay connected with the campaign. Our feed is full of positive info and reminders to take action for your own mental health or someone else’s.

Today (May 8) is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day 🧸 A lot of kids are dealing with trauma, ADHD, depression, and more, and they need our support. 

Do you know a young person for whom you can be a caring, supportive presence? Sometimes, just really listening to them can make a big difference. 

You could also create a simplified version of our Mental Health Spectrum to help them point out their current feelings. Then use it as a guide to seeking more support for them if needed. Explore it at the link in bio.
#ChildrensMentalHealth #TakeAction4MH
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Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is here! All May, we're celebrating the diverse cultures, stories, and contributions of our AAPI communities across California. We’re reflecting on challenges we face too — especially when it comes to our mental well-being.

Our new resource talks about how we can push back against these barriers, including the model minority myth, and how we can be there for each other.

Download it now at the link in bio.
#AAPIHeritageMonth #TakeAction4MH
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May is Mental Health Month 💚 We’re using this time to talk openly about our mental health struggles, progress, setbacks, surprises, and support. 

Your entire range of emotions is valid. Talk to your people about how they’re *really* doing, how you’re *really* doing, and get support when you need it. 

What are you going to do differently this month? 

#MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthMatters #TakeAction4MH
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As we wrap up Stress Awareness Month, check in with yourself on your stress levels. Check on someone you know who might have too much on their plate. 

Our stress can come from a lot of different places — like bills, work, family, and health issues. It’s normal to feel stressed sometimes! 

But if it’s having a lasting impact on your mental or physical wellness, or your relationships, it might be time to talk to someone about it. This support can come from a trained professional or your community (in-person or online). 

For help reaching out to friends, family, coworkers, or neighbors you trust, explore our suggestions here at the link in bio.
#StressAwarenessMonth #TakeAction4MH
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Can you believe May's around the corner? For some of us that means going out more and feeling some pressure to drink. 

So let’s talk about alcohol use and misuse. (April is Alcohol Awareness Month.) If you’re going somewhere with people urging you to drink, what’s a reply you can have ready as you reach for a delicious *non-alcoholic* drink? 

And for more ways to unwind that don't involve drinking, check out our pick-me-ups at the link in bio.
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #TakeAction4MH
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Karamo Brown-also known as one-fifth of the Queer Eye Fab Five-has been an empathetic and optimistic spokesperson for mental health and wellness. We are proud and thrilled to have his wisdom and voice as part of the Take Action campaign!

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