The theme for this year’s Canadian Mental Health Association’s mental health week is Unmasking Mental Health with the goal to break down barriers, challenge stigma and to open up conversations related to mental health support.
Mental Health Week runs May 5 to 11 and the support system was on display at the Huddle in Selkirk on May 8.
As part of its 74th annual campaign, CMHA aims to raise awareness about the significant impact that masking can have on mental health, relationships, and well-being.
“People often mask symptoms of mental illness, sometimes without even realizing it, as a way to cope,” said Marion Cooper, CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg CEO. “The leading reason people hide their symptoms is stigma, which continues to prevent many from seeking the support they need.”
If you or someone you love is struggling, please contact CMHA. If you are in crisis and need immediate support, call or text 9-8-8 for free, 24/7 crisis support.About the Canadian Mental Health Association Manitoba and Winnipeg.
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is a national charity that provides advocacy and resources that aim to help prevent mental health and substance use health problems, support recovery and resilience and enable all Canadians to flourish and thrive.At CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg we serve as the Provincial Divisional office and a Branch serving multiple communities across the province. Through our family of over 79 local, provincial, and national organizations across Canada including three branches and over 13 offices/locations across Manitoba, CMHA is uniquely positioned in Canada to shift attitudes and beliefs and create a climate of empathy, understanding and action around mental health. This is our collective power as a federation.
To donate to support the CMHA mental health programs and services at https://www.cmhaacrossmb.ca/donate
