Whether you need to talk to someone about a mental health concern, or you’re looking for online resources to learn more about the impact of mental health issues, you’re in the right place. From podcasts to toolkits, explore the free resources below for support your mental health education.

Organizations

• National Alliance on Mental Health Illness (NAMI) - Visit the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization online to discover support, education and resources as well as ways to get involved.

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) – Explore AFSP’s website, which provides information, support and resources for those affected by suicide.

Apps

• Calm - Download this app for access to guided meditation sessions to help you relax any time of the day. Available on the Apple or Google Play stores.

• Fabulous – Find your motivation with the Fabulous app. Fabulous educates, motivates and inspires you to achieve the goals you’ve set while tracking your progress. Available on the Apple or Google Play stores.

Resources

• 1in5.info – Visit the 1 in 5 campaign site to learn about normalizing the need for mental health resources and removing the stigma for those who want to access care.

• @1in5.info – Follow the 1 in 5 Twitter account to help start the conversation, break down stigma and barriers, and build awareness about mental health through social media

• Mental Health First Aid Toolkit - Develop skills that will help you identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness at work or at home.

Podcasts

• Mental – Listen to Bobby Temps’ podcast aimed at breaking down mental health stigma. Each week Bobby is joined by a guest to discuss different factors in mental health.

• The Mental Illness Happy Hour – Learn about people's experiences living with mental health issues like depression, addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) by checking out comedian Paul Gilmartin's podcast.