Mental Health Literacy Resources
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Welcome to our Mental Health Literacy page, designed to support dioceses, parishes, mental health ministries, clergy, lay leaders, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of mental health and well-being. We offer a comprehensive collection of resources from reputable sources to help you promote awareness and well-being within your Catholic community.
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World Health Organization (WHO)
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What does everyone has right to Mental Health mean?
Mental health is a basic human right for all people.Everyone, whoever and wherever they are, has a deserving and inherent right to the highest attainable standard of mental health.
This includes:
the right to available, accessible, acceptable and good quality care; and
the right to liberty, independence, and inclusion in the community.Having a mental health condition should never be a reason to deprive a person of their human rights or to exclude them from decisions about their own health.
Unfortunately, people with mental health conditions around the world experience a wide range of human rights violations.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a leading grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by mental illness. Through advocacy, education, and support, NAMI works to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote services for those in need.
Explore the links and video below to find valuable resources that can assist you and your community in understanding and addressing mental health challenges.
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and 988
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a premier agency dedicated to enhancing the nation’s behavioral health through prevention, treatment, and recovery support. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, part of SAMHSA's efforts, provides 24/7, free, and confidential support for individuals in crisis.
Explore the resources below to learn more about SAMHSA and how to access help through the 988 Lifeline.
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Join the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers
Get free access to webinars, networking, mentoring, and ministry formation and training.
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