APHA Mental Health Section

Official APHA Mental Health Section.
We seek to partner across fields and professions to strengthen leadership in public health.

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From National Public Health Week to Mental Health Month

Thank you to all Mental Health Section members who participated in National Public Health Week. Your engagement helped highlight the essential role mental and behavioral health play in public health.

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Take action this #NPHW for mental & behavioral health and suicide prevention.

Connect with your APHA State Affiliate, advocate for public health priorities, and share your impact.

Your voice can help save lives.

📩 [email protected]

#PublicHealth #MentalHealth

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Ready, Set, Act: Voting Is Good for Mental Health and Healthy Communities

Civic participation through voting strengthens community connection, improves representation, and helps advance policies that affect mental and behavioral health.

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Here's how to find and contact elected officials

Get the names and contact information for the people who represent you on the federal, state, and local levels.

•Get contact information for U.S. senators. https://t.co/VZyzk8JY4j

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There is no public health without mental health.

Depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses are medical conditions—not separate from “real” health. They shape outcomes in maternal health, chronic disease, and community well-being. Mental health is foundational #MentalHealth

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APHA’s Mental Health Section is excited to celebrate National Public Health Week!

Be sure to attend our NPHW webinar “Building Well-being, Promoting
Community Life, and Supporting Neighbors” on Thursday, April 9th, from 1pm – 2pm

Register here: https://t.co/HEiI4hiw7Q

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The Mental Health Section Advocacy Committee invites you to join us for a Capitol Hill Lobby Day! First-timers and students are welcome—we’ll provide training, practice, and a full participant package to get you ready. Sign up by October 8, 2025

https://t.co/0FjI5aMMDJ.

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🚨 Millions could lose Medicaid, Medicare & SNAP if the Senate passes a dangerous new bill. We must act now to protect our communities. Call your Senators & tell them to vote NO. 🗳️💥

#ProtectMedicaid #MedicareMatters #SNAP #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #ActNow

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TOMORROW: Don’t miss this important convo on how stories can drive public health change!

🧠 Wellbeing Essentials: The Role of Narratives to Advocate in Public Health
📅 May 28 | 🕐 1–2 PM CST
🎤 Angela Acker

🎯 Last chance to register: https://t.co/9U8Y1JyUrt

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📢 Join us for a powerful webinar co-sponsored by the Mental Health and Public Health Nursing Sections of APHA!

🧠 Wellbeing Essentials: The Role of Narratives to Advocate in Public Health
🎙️ Featuring Angela Acker, Narratives for Health Project
📅 May 28, 2025
🕐 1–2 PM CST

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🚨ACTION ALERT: The House just passed “The One Big Beautiful Bill” — threatening Medicaid, Medicare & SNAP for millions. Tell your Senators to OPPOSE this attack on our public health safety net! 📢🛑 Learn more & act now: https://t.co/8d7Ca03zPq

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📣 Join us for a powerful webinar!
🗣️ Wellbeing Essentials: The Role of Narratives to Advocate in Public Health
🎙️ Featuring Angela Acker, Narratives for Health Project
📅 May 28, 2025
🕐 1–2 PM CST
🔗 Register now: https://t.co/9U8Y1JyUrt

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Join us for “Wellbeing Essentials: Moral Distress and Resilience” — a webinar co-sponsored by the @APHA_MH and @PHNursing sections.

🗓️ May 14, 2025
🕐 1–2 PM CST
🎙️ Featuring Dr. Rebecca Shasanmi Ellis & Dr. Sophia Fantus

✅ Register now: https://t.co/q8mazEZ9o6

#PublicHealth

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🌟 Join us for a vital conversation on moral distress and resilience in public health!
📅 May 14, 2025
🕐 1–2 PM CST
👩🏽‍🏫 Dr. Rebecca O. Shasanmi Ellis & Dr. Sophia Fantus
🔗 Register now with the QR code on the flyer
#MentalHealth #PublicHealth #APHA #Resilience

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📢 The U.S. Surgeon General released a new framework for #WorkplaceWellBeing!

5 Essentials: ✔️ Protection from Harm
✔️ Community
✔️ Work-Life Harmony
✔️ Mattering
✔️ Growth

Explore tools & resources:
🔗 https://t.co/jR5A52UQ2U

#MentalHealthAtWork #EmployeeWellness

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The Justice Connection offers a comprehensive collection of guides and tools tailored for Justice Department employees.

For a detailed list and more information, visit The Justice Connection's resources page: https://t.co/zSmvcv8WaX

#JusticeDepartment #EmployeeResources

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Let’s talk about something essential but often overlooked:

The U.S. Department of Labor is championing mental health at work by encouraging employers to foster supportive environments and promote open conversations,

Learn more: https://t.co/Jl4NVAk28q

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🚨 First responders, we recognize your grit, determination, and resilience 💪🏽 SAMHSA's new guide, Managing Stress for Disaster Responders and First Responders, offers practical tools to help you protect your mental health.
🧠 Download the free guide here: https://t.co/yPYTNlbg3M

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The Therapist Recruitment Project is stepping up to the task of providing free and quality therapy sessions for former and current federal employees. This organization, comprised of over two dozen therapists, provides free virtual consultations.

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It’s National Public Health Week! April 7th -13th marks the 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week! Over the course of this week, the Mental Health Section of the American Public Health Association will provide resources and tips for navigating mental health challenges.