The root of most stigmas is generally fear. The stigma surrounding mental illnesses in America is no different: fear of not understanding the problem, fear of doing or saying the "wrong" thing, and fear of not knowing what to do when someone needs help.
Mental illness affects many Iowans. Mental illness does not discriminate and can affect anyone. Your Life Iowa is here to help!
Mental health is hard to talk about. People around you may not understand and talking to them may be difficult or challenging. There is someone there for you - the person at the other end of a call to Your Life Iowa. We won't judge you. We listen. What we discuss is confidential. We connect you to resources, wherever you are.
Taking care of yourself is an important part of being emotionally and mentally healthy.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid teaches the public how to recognize symptoms of mental health problems, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate treatments and other supportive help. Find more information on MHFA here.