Mental Health Good News

Stories about people and organizations making a difference for mental health — and fighting the stigma around mental health

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Stopping school shootings in the United States: What progress has been made and what each of us can do to create change

Between 2009 and 2018, the U.S. had 57 times more school shootings than the rest of the G7 countries combined. Here's how to help bring an end to school shootings.
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Good News: The 'Human Library' is Supporting Diversity & Inclusion in a Creative Way

The 'Human Library' is Supporting Diversity & Inclusion in a Creative Way

More than 60% believe national divisions have worsened since the pandemic began. The Human Library brings disparate people together with the aim of breaking down prejudices. Originating in Denmark, the not-for-profit now has over 1,000 human ‘books’ available for loan.
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7 Indigenous Activists You Should Know

7 Indigenous Activists You Should Know

Indigenous activists have always been at the frontlines of global issues to preserve the sacredness of Earth and stand for human rights. Here are seven activists to follow from North America, South America, and Australia.
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How To Unplug From Bad News, Stay in Touch With Reality, and Find Good in the Everyday

Adam J. Kurtz: If you need a reprieve from bad news, allow it, but keep one eye open to the reality on the other side of your rainbow perimeter.
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Meet the Mental Health Influencer Finding Happiness, Not Perfection

How Poppy Jamie had a breakdown on set and went on to help people who are struggling with anxiety to focus on happiness over perfection.
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What Are Puberty Blockers, Who Uses Them, and What Are the Benefits?

Puberty blockers help offset the stress of gender dysphoria, according to the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, a global body of doctors specialized in trans people.
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Lawmakers Are Tackling ‘Period Poverty’ with Tax Cuts and School Supplies

As with many national social movements, young people have been on the frontlines of the menstrual equity push. In 2020, students across the country raised money, lobbied, held school assemblies, and launched social media campaigns to make period products free in their schools
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How Denver Tackled Homelessness While Saving Money

The Denver study proves that highly vulnerable people living on the street will accept housing and, with help, stay housed for the long term. That’s good news at a time when homelessness is rising nationally.
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Lawmakers In Eight States Are Increasing Mental Health Funding

Lawmakers in at least eight states are using COVID aid to fund behavioral health services.
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Every single day, nearly 1,000 empathy MVPs help thousands of texters in crisis. At Crisis Text Line, we help people in crisis move from hot moments to cool and calm via text message 24/7.

Science Says You Give Back Your Best When It's Part Of Your Routine

Helping the world is the most productive when it’s part of healthy habit-building. When you treat volunteering like you treat brushing your teeth for a full two minutes or eating your vegetables, you set yourself up for success. 
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How to Help Someone Who's Contemplating Suicide

If someone you care about shares that they're contemplating suicide, you have the opportunity to make a difference, have a #RealConvo, and save a life. Here are the steps to follow and actions to take.
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Asking the Hard Questions Doesn’t Have To Be Scary — And It Could Save A Life

Over the last six years, Crisis Text Line has collected and analyzed the anonymized data which allows them to identify how to best help people in crisis. Here's what they've found...
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