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Interfaith Network on Mental Illness (INMI) empowers faith communities and individuals to support those affected by mental illness through education, advocacy, and compassionate outreach. INMI encourages people to get involved by attending events, inviting others to participate, starting mental health ministries or spiritual support groups, subscribing to their newsletter, and hosting presentations within their communities. Through these efforts, INMI works to reduce stigma a

New research from the Youth Endowment Fund shows that one in four teenagers now turn to AI for mental health support, with young people affected by violence even more likely to do so. The study surveyed nearly 11,000 children aged 13 to 17 in England and Wales. It explored the link between violence and mental health, finding that both victims and those involved in violence were much more likely to face mental wellbeing challenges. To better understand how teens seek mental he

COLORADO, USA — A new Colorado law taking effect today strengthens access to mental health care by requiring insurance companies to cover mental health, behavioral health, and substance use treatment at the same level as physical health care. The change aims to close long-standing gaps in coverage after many families faced repeated insurance denials for critical, doctor-prescribed treatment. https://www.9news.com/article/news/health/mental-health/new-colorado-law-mental-healt

An AI powered study found that sleep is the strongest predictor of teen mental health problems. Teens with poor or irregular sleep were far more likely to develop depression or anxiety. The takeaway: improving sleep habits may be one of the most effective ways to protect teen mental health.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and the holidays can bring up a mix of emotions. Take a deep breath—prioritizing your mental health is always okay. Here are six simple ways to navigate holiday stress: 💡 Set realistic expectations – The holidays don’t need to be perfect or look the same every year. Focus on what truly matters and let go of unnecessary pressure. 💆‍♀️ Prioritize self-care – Keep up healthy habits: eat well, stay active, get enough sleep, and carve out

Get Support When You Need It — for Free!With I Matter, youth can receive up to 6 free therapy sessions with a licensed therapist — no cost, no insurance, no credit card, and no legal status required. I Matter is available to: Youth 18 and under Youth 21 and under who receive special education services Sessions can be held in person or online, and getting started is quick and easy! To begin, click “Parent” or “Youth” below to take a short survey and schedule your first appoint

11/7/2025- CHSAA State Gymnastics Meet  Date: November 7, 2025  Time: 4-8pm  Location: Thornton High School  11/12/2025 – Children’s Museum Teaching Kitchen    Children and families can join Children’s Museum Teaching Kitchen events for programs on a variety of topics including nutrition, cooking techniques, gardening, food from around the world and more! Date: Wednesday, November 12 th       Time: 8:45am -12:00pm    Location: Children’s Museum Denver (2121 Children's Museum

Another wonderful performance at the MorningStar Assisted Living last weekend! Here is a short video clip from the event for you to enjoy.

October is World Mental Health Month, which means it’s a time to talk more openly about mental health, learn more about it, and support people who might be struggling. Throughout the month, there are events and activities going on to: Help people understand mental health better Make it easier to talk about how we’re really feeling Support anyone going through a tough time Push for better mental health care and support World Mental Health Day is on October 10th, and the theme

10/18 - 10/19/2025 – Butterfly Pavilion Bug-A-Boo    Bug-A-Boo has become a Halloween tradition, especially for families with toddlers as...

Colorado’s youth suicide rate dropped in 2024 to its lowest level since 2007, with 39 deaths (5.85 per 100,000 youth). This is a major...

I came across this article called "Influence of Music on the Hearing and Mental Health of Adolescents and Countermeasures" by Li Chen. It...