Video courtesy of MiraVista Behavioral Health Center
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP)– The staff and management at MiraVista showed their continued support for mental wellness on Thursday.
As part of Mental Health Awareness Month the organization raised an awareness flag over the facility in Holyoke.
“We stand together as a beacon of hope and solidarity as we raise the green flag in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month,” said Shelly Zimmerman, hospital administrator. “Our dream team is also the green team, a force dedicated to breaking down barriers, eradicating stigma, and fostering understanding and support for mental wellbeing.”
According to the CDC:
- More than 4 in 10 high school students or 42% felt persistently sad or hopeless in 2021 and nearly one-third or 29% experienced poor mental health.
- More than 1 in 5 students or 22% in 2021 seriously considered attempting suicide and 1 in 10 attempted suicide.
- Nearly half (45%) of LGBQ+ students in 2021 seriously considered attempting suicide—far more than heterosexual students.
Since the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic mental health has taken a more prominent place in discussions involving a person’s complete health and wellness.
MiraVista cares for thousands of individuals from across New England and is a leading provider of mental health and addiction treatment services, dedicated to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
Amy Phillips
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