The death of country music singer Naomi Judd shines a light on mental health. May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States.
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health.
Dr. Kortni Alston shares NAMI's message focused on signs and where to get help worldwide.
Contact the NAMI HelpLine to find out what services and supports are available in your community.
In the US, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
The International Association for Suicide Prevention and Befrienders Worldwide also provides contact information for crisis centers worldwide.