October News & Updates

Movie Premiere

Join us at 7pm on Thursday, October 20, 2022 for the US premiere of Promise House: Heather’s Story at the famous Texas Theatre in Dallas (231 Jefferson Blvd). Tickets are FREE but filmmakers invite you to make a donation to Mental Health America of Greater Dallas as a thank-you for participating in the making of the film. After the film there will be a brief Q&A with the filmmakers and drinks and conversation in the theatre bar.

Our next meeting is next Wednesday, October 19th, 2022:

Turning Pain Into Purpose: The Story & Work of The Defensive Line with Chris Thomas, Co-Founder, The Defensive Line

COMI Meetings are every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 9:00 am, and typically run until 10:30 am. Click here if you'd like to get updates about these monthly meetings in the future. 

Challenging the Myths of Violence & Mental Illness Conference

Join us on November 11th at the Arts District Mansion for informative presentations, panel discussions, and an exquisite lunch right in the heart of the Dallas Arts District.

Click the button below to register or learn more about the event and our speaker lineup.

Did you know that the majority of school districts in Texas do not have enough licensed psychologists to meet the needs of school-age kids across the state?

MHA is working diligently to get WHO into the hands of the school counselors in the communities that need the most help.

WHO is an anti-victimization program that aims to help kids recognize both problems and struggles and then make a plan for getting the help they need. It was developed by a psychologist who made sure it’s developmentally appropriate for the students who get the lessons.

Want to help? Tell us WHO you know that needs this program! And check out the volunteer opportunities on Volunteer Match for our current needs.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common reasons children are referred for mental health services. It affects as many as one in every 20 children.

While the condition is most often associated with children, there has been a more recent understanding that Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD, ADHD) continue into adulthood for many individuals.

ADHD & ADD

Working from Home with ADHD

Living with ADHD

Major depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, affecting more than 8% (21 million) of American adults each year. Depression causes people to lose pleasure in daily life, can complicate other medical conditions, and can even be serious enough to lead to suicide.

Understanding Depression

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Depression in Teens

Depression in Older Adults

Depression in the Workplace

People with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) suffer intensely from recurrent unwanted thoughts (obsessions) or rituals (compulsions), which they feel they cannot control.

Rituals, such as handwashing, counting, checking or cleaning, are often performed in hope of preventing obsessive thoughts or making them go away. Performing these rituals, however, provides only temporary relief, and not performing them increases anxiety. Left untreated, obsessions and the need to perform rituals can take over a person's life.

Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Information about Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling)

Information about Excoriation Disorder (Skin Picking Or Dermatillomania)

Information about Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988. You can also reach Crisis Text Line by texting MHA to 741741, or call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.

You can also call 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 at the SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline. Trained crisis workers will listen to you and direct you to the resources you need.

Take a Mental Health Test

by clicking here

Online screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.

Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible.

We're always looking for volunteers, so if you feel called, please submit an application on VolunteerMatch. 

You can also donate to Mental Health America of Greater Dallas by clicking the button below. It is because of your donations that we are able to continue our mission and we are SO thankful for your partnership!

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