Longview Alumnae Chapter - Delta Sigma Theta

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 💚

Mental health matters at every age, and the conversations we have today can help create safer, healthier communities tomorrow.

Over the years, youth mental health concerns have continued to rise. Between 2009 and 2019, there was a significant increase in adolescents reporting feelings of sadness and hopelessness. This growing crisis reminds us of the importance of awareness, support, and early intervention.

Today, there is a major push to:
✨ Break the stigma surrounding mental health
✨ Encourage open and honest conversations
✨ Support youth mental wellness
✨ Focus on su***de prevention and emotional support

Mental health is not only important for young people—many adults also experience daily stress, pressure, exhaustion, and burnout while balancing work, responsibilities, and life transitions.

🧠 Ways to support your mental wellness:
• Take mental health days when needed
• Create balance within your schedule
• Stay connected to supportive people
• Find community and common ground
• Stay active and prioritize self-care

Checking on yourself is just as important as checking on others. Rest is not weakness. Asking for help is not failure. Your mental health deserves care, attention, and compassion too. 🤍

This week, we honor the compassion, strength, and dedication of our nurses. 💙

Thank you for the care you give, the lives you touch, and the comfort you bring—day in and day out.

Happy Nurses Appreciation Week! 🩺✨

Let’s continue to support and honor our nurses!! Thank you for your service!