True Freedom Mental Health Resource Hub
Mental health refers to our emotional and social well-being and impacts how we think, feel, and behave. It plays a role in connecting with others, making decisions, handling stress, and many other aspects of daily life. Everyone has mental health, and it deserves your attention just as much as your physical health does.
Introduction to Mental Health
Everyone has mental health and mental health conditions are common. When we’re not feeling well because of physical illness—like a cold, a broken leg, or diabetes—it’s because there is something off with our bodies. When we’re not feeling well because of mental illness it’s because there’s something off with our brains.
Youth Mental Health
We know what it takes to keep a child physically healthy—nutritious food, exercise, immunizations - but the basics for good mental health aren’t always as clear. The first “basic” is to know that children’s mental health matters. We need to treat a child’s mental health just like we do their physical health, by giving it thought and attention and, when needed, professional help.
Race, ethnicity, and mental health
Mental health is impacted by a variety of factors. Race and ethnicity can affect the ways that individuals perceive the world, and how the world perceives them. While racial and generational trauma can deeply impact an individual’s well-being, generational resilience also may provide support and protective factors. For example, connection to one’s culture, traditions, and community can lead to better mental health outcomes.
Find help
When your mental health is off, you want to get help to make it better. Fortunately, there are a wide range of treatments and supports. Unfortunately, they can be hard to find or pay for. We’re here to help.