ALABAMA (WHNT) — The Alabama Department of Public Health announced a new program for mental wellness has launched in Alabama.
On Tuesday, in partnership with the Alabama Department of Public Health, the Alabama Department of Mental Health, the Jefferson County Department of Health and the Mobile County Health Department, the mental well-being platform called CredibleMind was announced that it is now available to Alabama residents at no charge.
“CredibleMind provides a means to empower and assist individuals to overcome mental health challenges through a confidential, personalized, accessible, immediate, and anonymous self-care and mental well-being platform. By accessing CredibleMind, the barriers of long waits for professional help and the social stigma that may come from seeking mental health services are avoided. This one-stop information platform supports wellness with evidence-based resources designed to support the mental health needs of everyone, everywhere,” ADPH said.
ADPH said behavioral and mental health issues affect every aspect of life; one in five adults in the United States experiences mental illness each year. The department also said Alabama has seen the number of mental health providers and access to care improve, though more work is needed to meet the demand for services.
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said, “The strains experienced with COVID-19 highlighted a mental health gap between the people seeking assistance and the shortage of providers available.”
Both the Jefferson County Health Director and the Mobile County Health Officer weighed in on this new program. You can read their statements below.
“CredibleMind represents a significant step forward in our efforts to support the mental health and well-being of our community by using a public health approach focused on prevention and early intervention. Through CredibleMind’s free, easy-to-access resources, barriers to better mental health are reduced and access to the tools needed to thrive improved. We are committed to promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma associated with mental health issues.”
Dr. David Hicks, Jefferson County Health Officer
“CredibleMind helps you catch mental health concerns early and learn more about them by bringing together personalized resources. Everything is neatly organized by specific topic or condition, so whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, sleep issues, or just want to boost your overall well-being, you can quickly find what fits your needs.“
Dr. Kevin Michaels, Mobile County Health Officer
ADPH said you can learn more about CredibleMind on its website here.
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