Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

Native-led coalition says community involvement supports youth mental health
Proclamations from the state and city of St. Paul marked Thursday as Indigenous Youth Suicide Prevention Day. Ain Dah Yung Center’s American Indian Metro Suicide Prevention Coalition says the first step in prevention is community engagement with youth.
How to know when it's time to quit your job
How do you know when it’s time to quit your job? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to recognize when a job isn’t working anymore, and how to decide what to do next.
Scandia congregation observes National Recovery Month with outreach, training
Lutheran pastor Seth Perry has opened up about his own mental health struggles to reduce stigma in his community. He launched a podcast about mental health and recovery and his congregation created a mental wellness outreach committee.
How to build confidence and overcome self-doubt
MPR News host Angela Davis and her guest talk about how to quiet your inner critic, learn from mistakes, recognize your wins and take action — even when you don't feel ready.
 'The power of the dog': Bravo Zulu Sober House introduces canine therapy for veterans with PTSD
The dogs are rescued from shelters and are trained to serve those who served their country and suffer from wounds such as post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injuries and military sexual trauma — conditions that have often led to substance use disorders.
How to help older adults build meaningful connections
MPR News host Angela Davis talks about a Minnesota-based nonprofit that helps older adults build connections with others through phone conversations, virtual coffee chats and in-person visits.
New partnership helps people seeking addiction treatment find pet care
The Bond Between, a local animal rescue organization, and the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, an addiction treatment center, partnered up to help people seeking addiction treatment find pet care.