Andalusia City Schools Mental Health Resource Page

05/20/2026

Language matters. Choosing supportive words can help people feel seen, heard, and respected. https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/how-to-talk

05/20/2026

Hope Starts With Us: Episode 100
How Mental Health Care Has Evolved

For the 100th episode of “Hope Starts With Us,” NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is joined by outgoing Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ken Duckworth and Dr. Christine Crawford, our incoming chief medical officer. Together, the trio explores the past and future of mental health care. During their conversation, they cover pressing topics in mental health care today, the futures they hope for, and how NAMI is guiding the path forward.
https://www.nami.org/hope-starts-with-us/hope-starts-with-us-how-mental-health-care-has-evolved/

05/20/2026

Hope Starts With Us: Episode 99
Bipolar Disorder: Beyond the Label
In this two-part episode, we explore the experience of living with bipolar disorder.

In this two-part episode, we explore the experience of living with bipolar disorder in recognition of World Bipolar Day on March 30. NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. talks with four incredible people with bipolar disorder diagnoses to understand how they manage their mental health, how it fuels thei...

05/20/2026

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05/19/2026

05/19/2026

In honor of Mental Health Month, join Mental Health America (MHA) for an immersive virtual experience designed to support your mind and body. Wellness is not achieved through a single change or action; it’s built on intentional, consistent practices that can lead to more good days.

This experience will bring our community together to explore simple, practical ways to support wellness and build healthy habits that last.

In honor of Mental Health Month, join Mental Health America (MHA) for an immersive virtual experience designed to support your mind and body. Wellness is not achieved through a single change or action; it’s built on intentional, consistent practices that can lead to more good days.

05/18/2026

Hope Starts With Us: Episode 98
What Data Shows About Building Supportive Workplace Cultures
In this episode, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. is joined by Brit Wanstrath, manager of workplace mental health for NAMI. As they explore the key findings from their third annual workplace mental health poll.

This episode explores the scale of burnout impacting American workers and the importance of mental health workplace trainings.

05/18/2026

NAMI Hope Starts With Us: Episode 97
Advocating for Help, Not Handcuffs
In honor of National Criminal Justice Month, “Hope Starts With Us” is guest hosted by NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer Hannah Wesolowski in conversation with NAMI’s Director of Criminal Justice Policy and Initiatives Shannon Scully. The two explore NAMI’s advocacy to end the criminalization of mental illness and creating avenues for help, not handcuffs.

Episode Audio In honor of National Criminal Justice Month, “Hope Starts With Us” is guest hosted by NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer Hannah Wesolowski in

05/18/2026

CONGRATULATIONS!!
AES Self-Care Challenge Winners
May 11-15

Heather Bates
Candice Smith
Bethany Jackson
Kayla Gorum
Lyndsey Windham
Vanessa Snider
Mary Botha
Anna Caldwell
Hollie Palmer
Christy Clark
Rose White-Parker

05/14/2026

Parents and caregivers are often the first to notice when something feels different. Changes in mood, sleep, appetite or behavior may signal a young person needs support. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/helping-your-child