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Category: Health and Wellness

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A Lighthearted Perspective on Mental Health

December 18, 2020Katie Martinez

Mental health is a serious and important subject, but a lighthearted approach to healing and coping can be beneficial. Struggling with mental health often feels like a heavy weight. I…

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How to Balance Mental Health and Productivity During COVID-19

December 7, 2020Katie Martinez

At the start of the pandemic, a new term gained prominence: productivity culture. We felt determined to use the extra time spent inside to be productive and learn new skills.…

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5 Mental Health Exercises You Should Be Doing This Winter

December 7, 2020Brandi Walker

This winter season is going to be different for a lot of people because of the coronavirus pandemic. Due to the virus, people have mostly been in their homes. There’s…

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A Routine to Help You Rise Through Grief

December 3, 2020Brittany Capozzi

Caging the Open Heart Our hearts are caged in bones. When we are sad, the concave shape that our shoulders and chest create forms a heavy layer that hinders our…

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How Emotional Support Animals Can Save Us From the Darkness

November 29, 2020Mary Mathieu

My Mental Health Story For most of my life, I have been fighting an "invisible" battle known as mental illness. Managing more than one mental illness diagnosis makes things even…

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My Worth Always Lives On

November 15, 2020Mary Mathieu

"Why can't I be normal?" This is a question that I find myself asking a lot lately. My Struggle With Anxiety One mental health diagnosis that I have is generalized…

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Support Our Efforts – Building Our Community in 2025

Imagine the consistent impact we could make together, month after month, in the lives of individuals seeking mental health support. At Step Up For Mental Health, we are dedicated to providing vital resources and programs that empower our community to navigate challenges, build resilience, and foster well-being. From providing accessible support groups and educational workshops to advocating for greater understanding and reducing stigma, our work creates pathways to hope and healing. By becoming a recurring donor, you join a dedicated group of champions who provide a reliable foundation of support, allowing us to plan strategically and expand our reach to meet the growing needs of our community. Now, more than ever, we need your support to continue our work to support families throughout the coming years.
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Step Up For Mental Health® is pleased to help families find services in the Chicagoland area and national via our helpline. If you are struggling to find services, we might be able to assist. Fill out our form and someone will reach out to you. Just another way to support families when they need it most! You can also search for what you need right now via our search tool below or on our helpline page.

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