Jul 28, 2023 | BIPOC, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Mental Health
By: Sully Nguyen My relationship with depression stems back to middle school. I daresay relationship as a man in my late twenties who has been managing this mental illness for most of my life. To be frank, I do not believe I have overcome my depression since...
Apr 24, 2023 | Mental Health, Sexual Assault
By: Nicole Milton, Training Manager In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, I reached out to Joshua Webb from Houston Crime Stoppers Safe Schools to hear his expertise on strategies for prevention/staying safe in relationships, signs of unhealthy...
Apr 18, 2023 | Mental Health
By: Madison Trahan, Grants Manager In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, it is important to recognize the undeniable intersection between sexual assault and mental health, and the many other factors that can contribute to vulnerability to sexual assault, such as...
Feb 7, 2023 | BIPOC, Mental Health
By: Nicole Milton, Training Manager, MHA of Greater Houston Mental health is a significant aspect of our overall well-being, and it is essential that we prioritize it. Unfortunately, the black community has faced numerous challenges in accessing mental health services...
Nov 1, 2022 | Caregiving, Mental Health, Wellness and Self-Care
By Keenisha Protho, LMSW, Professional Development Specialist at Mental Health America of Greater Houston Typically, when we think of caregivers, we think of those who take care of loved ones with physical ailments who are unable to care for themselves. Very rarely do...
Sep 2, 2022 | Mental Health, Uncategorized
By Nicole Milton, Training Manager “We don’t really talk about suicide and that’s a problem; staying silent about suicide creates confusion, promotes stigma, and isolates people when they need help the most.” The quote by Dr. Ali Mattu, Professor of Medical Psychology...
