Webinar – “Hidden Struggles: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Rural Areas”

Free webinar exploring barriers to mental health in rural areas and where to find help

Mental Health America (MHA) will host a live webinar on “Hidden Struggles: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Rural Areas” on Aug. 20 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Nearly one in five adults in the United States experience a mental health condition within any given year. A variety of barriers often keep people in rural areas from seeking and receiving treatment.

Learn about mental health myths and misconceptions in rural communities with speakers:

• Chuck Strand, Executive Director at Rural Minds
• Shauna Reitmeir, MSC, LICSW, CEO of Alluma, Inc.
• Richard Lawrence (Larry) Merkel, Jr. MD, PhD, Professor and Director of Outreach at Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences University of Virginia
• Rei Scott, Student and President of Students With Psychosis executive board

This presentation will include:

• Learning from individuals living in rural areas and their experiences
• Exploring how to address stigma in rural areas
• Discussing options for support and resources available to rural residents

The webinar is free and open to anyone who wants to learn more about strengthening mental health supports and resources.

Register for “Hidden Struggles: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Rural Areas” on Mental Health America’s website.