Press Releases
Mental Health America releases analysis of its 2023 online mental health screens; U.S. sees continued rise of anxiety, psychosis and ADHD risk
Rates of suicidal ideation are highest among youth, especially LGBTQ+ youth of color
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—More than 6.5 million people worldwide in 2023 took a mental health screening test through the Mental Health America (MHA) online…
Buildings across the nation to light up green for Mental Health Month in May
State capitols, NFL stadiums and Niagara Falls among landmarks lighting up green to raise awareness
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—More than 200 iconic landmarks across the country will be lit in green, the color of mental health awareness,…
Mental Health America honors Kansas Gov. Kelly with 2024 Governor’s Leadership Award
Alexandria, VA – Mental Health America (MHA) today presented its 2024 Governor’s Leadership Award to Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly. The award recognizes state leaders who champion and prioritize the mental health of the citizens of their state. Kelly joins a select group of bipartisan…
Leading mental health organizations applaud introduction of Peers in Medicare Act in Congress
Act would allow reimbursement of peer support services
Washington, D.C. – Mental Health America (MHA), the National Association of Peer Supporters (NAPS), the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (…
Mental Health America Young Leaders Council releases report on realities of youth advocacy
- Young leaders share hope, challenges, and frustrations while working to reverse dire mental health crisis in the U.S.
- “Young people are often stigmatized for their attempts to voice their hopelessness, inaccurately portrayed as ‘…
Mental Health America honors six state legislators championing mental health
Leaders from Illinois, Minnesota, Mississippi, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin recognized at meeting on cutting-edge mental health treatments and supports
Alexandria, VA – Mental…