Mental Health

It’s all over the news, we hear about it from friends and family, and we see it in real life: bullies. Bullying is a real thing and it’s happening every day. Right now the spotlight is on what’s happening to our youth with cyber bullying and...

Mental Health America of Porter County is a small, non-profit organization who purpose is to promote mental wellness. We achieve this by providing advocacy, education, resource, and support services. We have been making a difference in the Porter...

You may know CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver. You can call 911. But can you administer first aid in a mental health crisis? It's easy to tell when someone is having a heart attack, is choking, or can't breathe. But what does depression look like? Or...

American Teens in Crisis is a conference designed to equip, empower and encourage parents, educators, counselors, youth workers, clergy and anyone who is a part of a youth support system. Be equipped and empowered with up to date information on...

On a typical Wednesday in December this happened; a 10 year old boy confided in me that he had previously contemplated suicide. After one of our Liv.True mentoring sessions, I had the opportunity to sit and talk with a young boy, who has been...

Synthetic drugs are becoming an increasing problem in America. It is important to educate yourself on this issue and be aware of the vulnerabilities for which unassuming teenagers can be at risk. Here 10 things you need to know about the latest...

Suicide is a topic many are uncomfortable discussing, especially this time of year. Social norms dictate that we should be happy and full of holiday cheer during the holidays. However, for many, depression and suicide are a real problem during the...

For over 50 years Mental Health America of Porter County has sponsored the giftLIFT Program, providing a lift with a gift to community members in need whose lives are impacted by mental health. In 2013 over 2250 gifts made the holidays brighter for...

Click here for more photos from the 2014 Turkey Trot In Valparaiso, Thanksgiving isn’t just about the food. The Fifth Annual Turkey Trot, a race that has become a holiday tradition for many people in the area, made its way through the snowy...

Here at Mental Health America of Porter County, the few weeks that we have before the Thanksgiving and the holidays are some of the busiest of the year. With preparing our giftLIFT program, setting up many trees within Porter County, and maintaining...