MSU helps Michigan residents care for their mental health
From families to farmers, we strive to make a difference by providing programs and resources to help Michiganders care for their mental health.
1 in 5
U.S. adults lives with a mental illness
50%
of Americans will be diagnosed with a mental health illness or disorder in their lifetime
111 million
Americans live in mental health professional shortage areas
Mental Health Programs
Managing Stress and Anxiety
Helpful tips for families dealing with stress and anxiety.
BURY SEEDS, NOT STRESS
Effects of Stress on Our Bodies
Long-term stress impacts every aspect of our lives, and each of us shows our stress in different ways. Recognizing our signs and symptoms is the beginning of taking care of that stress and improving our overall wellness.
BURY SEEDS, NOT STRESS
Positive Self Talk
When we are stressed, we can become overwhelmed with negative thoughts. One tool for dealing with our own negative inner dialogue is to learn to use positive self-talk. This webinar explores some simple tips you can to begin to use right away.
Mental Health Articles
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MSU Extension receives $1.55M grant to support student mental health and STOP school violence
Published on November 17, 2022
A $1.55 million grant from the Office of Justice Programs will help MSU Extension provide school communities with training to counter the effects of youth mental health crisis and prevent or reduce instances of bullying. -
Steelcase Foundation supports teen Mental Health First Aid training in Kent County
Published on November 17, 2022
Michigan State University Extension has received a three-year gift from the Steelcase Foundation to offer Teen Mental Health First Aid training in Kent County. -
Online farm stress training is free and open to the public
Published on July 28, 2022
Online course to better equip farmers, their families, and the agricultural community with tools and resources to help in stressful times -
Keep naloxone on hand to save a life
Published on July 6, 2022
Having naloxone available and ready to use can help save a life. -
What is friendship?
Published on June 21, 2022
Healthy friendships are important at all stages of life.
Upcoming Mental Health Events
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Experts
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Waverly Eubank
Mental Health First Aid Program Instructor
eubankwa@msu.edu
(313) 494-4905
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Kea Norrell-Aitch
Healthy Living Educator, Youth and Teen Mental Health First Aid Coordinator
kea@msu.edu
586-469-6264
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Holly Tiret
Social emotional health and wellbeing across the life span
tiret@msu.edu