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People living with a mental health challenge often face the additional challenge of stigma in everyday life. Many people say that the stigma and discrimination they experience in their families and communities pose a greater challenge to their quality …

Coming home for the holidays looks different for everyone. But no matter the physical location of what “home for the holidays” may look like for you, there is a possibility that stress, anxiety and depression …

This time of year can be exciting and joyous, filled with traditions and hopefully some time to rest! Each year, some look forward to the connection and warmth that the holiday season can bring, but …

Guest Blog By: Mark Hedstrom, U.S. Country Director of Movember * Movember is the global event which celebrates the good things men contribute to society and highlights some of the challenges they face. One of the …

Guest Blog By: Circles of Care California Cohort* November is Native American Heritage Month and at Each Mind Matters, we are committed to sharing resources and supporting the Native American community. Strength, resiliency, and hope are …

Guest Blog By: Rebecca Thompson, PhD, California State University, Sacramento* As we recognize World Food Day this month, I think about how our relationship with food is simultaneously very personal, and also universal, and how this relationship with food …

Mental Health Awareness Week is October 6-12 Each year in early October, we come together with advocates across the nation to fight stigma and raise awareness about mental health in honor of Mental Health Awareness Week. We all …

Each Mind Matters and SanaMente, the Spanish-language movement for mental health, have joined together to create a grant opportunity that will energize Californians to engage our Latino populations in attaining mental wellness and equality. Wellness doesn’t mean we’ll …

Is Suicide Preventable? Suicide Prevention Week is September 8th-14th, 2019 During this week individuals and organizations around the country join their voices to broadcast the message that suicide can be prevented, and to reach as many people as possible with …

Guest Blog By: Jessica Viduya, Active Minds, California State University, Sacramento Chapter* Preparing for going back to school for most students consists of the customary checklist:  Get books and supplies ✔Coordinate your schedule and classes ✔Try …