Mental Health First Aid is an early intervention education program that teaches the public how to assist someone experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Mental Health First Aid teaches the skills needed to identify, understand, and respond to individuals who may be experiencing signs of a mental illness or substance use disorder. Mental Health First Aid […]
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keepin’ it REAL
keepin’ it REAL (kiR) is a scientifically proven, effective substance use prevention and social and emotional competency enhancing program designed to focus on the competencies linked to preventing substance use and abuse. Featured as a cost-effective and powerful program by the U.S. Surgeon General in 2016, this program is based on the real stories of […]
Resources for National Hispanic Heritage Month
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, the National Research Center on Hispanic Children and Families and HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH) joins partners in celebrating the achievements and contributions of Hispanics and Latinxs in the United States. During the observance from September 15 through October 15 communities everywhere honors the rich culture of Hispanics/Latinxs and […]
Resources for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
During Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month Heritage Month, the HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH) joins partners in celebrating the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States. During the observance in May, OMH honors the rich cultures of these communities and raises […]
Coronavirus and Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreaks Response Resources
These fact sheets provide information and recommendations for healthcare personnel, families, leaders, and businesses to address the psychological and behavioral health impacts of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults […]
Improving Cultural Competency for Behavioral Health Professionals
Cultural and linguistic competency is recognized as an important strategy for improving the quality of care provided to clients from diverse backgrounds. The goal of this e-learning program, offered by Think Cultural Health through the Office of Minority Health, is to help behavioral health professionals increase their cultural and linguistic competency. After completing this continuing […]