Mental Health Awareness

Suicide prevention advocates from across the state of Michigan gathered in Heritage Hall in hopes of inspiring legislative change.

Our final segment focusing on mental health. TV6's Elizabeth Peterson talks with Dr. Jennifer Bowden with UP Health System about what we can do in our daily routines to improve our mental health.

Dr. Jennifer Bowden talk through habits and choices we can all make to improve our mental health

NICE Community Schools have hired 2 new school counselors.

Two mental health providers from UP Health System offer insight into how we can talk to our children about mental health and create safe spaces in our homes.

The signs and red flags to look for in your child that may indicate they need help.

TV6's Elizabeth Peterson sits down with two mental health providers to get their views on the crisis happening in Upper Michigan

The Walk Committee urges all community members to attend to honor the spirit of the event and recognize suicide prevention, suicide loss survivors, attempt survivors and loved ones of those who struggle.

The 988-dialing code does not replace the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800-273-TALK (8255)) or other locally operated crisis lines. Instead, it serves as a universal entry point to connect individuals in need to trained crisis counselors who can help.