{"id":79947,"date":"2026-05-01T08:49:25","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T12:49:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www2.stetson.edu\/law\/docket\/?p=79947"},"modified":"2026-05-01T08:49:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T12:49:25","slug":"may-is-mental-health-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www2.stetson.edu\/law\/docket\/may-is-mental-health-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"May Is Mental Health Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>May is <strong>Mental Health Awareness Month<\/strong>, a time to recognize the importance of mental well\u2011being, reduce stigma, and encourage open, supportive conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mental health is an essential part of overall health\u2014and it can change over time due to stress, work\u2011life balance, and life experiences. Mental health conditions are common, and support can make a meaningful difference. This month, we encourage everyone to <strong>check in on themselves and on one another<\/strong> and take small, intentional steps toward well\u2011being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udc9a Why this matters<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nearly <strong>1 in 5 adults<\/strong> live with a mental health condition each year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Almost <strong>half of Americans<\/strong> will experience a diagnosable mental health condition in their lifetime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yet, many people do not receive the support they need<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mental Health Awareness Month helps normalize conversations and reinforces that <strong>seeking help is a sign of strength\u2014not weakness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83e\udde0 Learning &amp; Support Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Employee Assistance Program (Lucet)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <strong>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)<\/strong> offers confidential support at no cost to employees and their household members. Services include counseling, work\u2011life resources, and help navigating challenges such as stress, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to access Lucet:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udcde <strong>Call:<\/strong> 1\u2011800\u2011624\u20115544<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf10 <strong>Visit:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/eap.lucethealth.com\/\">https:\/\/eap.lucethealth.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd11 <strong>Company Code:<\/strong> stetson<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sign up<\/strong> for Lucet newsletters <a href=\"https:\/\/eap.lucethealth.com\/lucet-eap-newsletter\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, please refer to the resources below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/media.bbrown.com\/40523\/42412\/42922\/129534\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Mental Health Resources Guidebook<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional Learning Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lucet EAP Webinars<\/strong><br>Live and on\u2011demand sessions covering emotional wellness, resilience, and stress management<br>\ud83d\udc49<a href=\"https:\/\/events.lucet.health\/lucet-eap-webinars?__hstc=19738279.a43f00edce60abf9f88ebc8f057e3875.1777475282755.1777475282755.1777475282755.1&amp;__hssc=19738279.19.1777475282755&amp;__hsfp=b59553d75ac92df19f3e6f241e5b6df7\"> https:\/\/events.lucet.health\/lucet-eap-webinars<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick Learning: Mental Health Basics<\/strong><br>A multi-day, self\u2011paced module focused on awareness, stigma reduction, and practical action<br>\ud83d\udc49<a href=\"https:\/\/share.articulate.com\/yQfIIN3_jUoMqsUbNBSMf\">5-Day Challenge to Improve Your Mental Health<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll also see <strong>Mental Health Moments and wellness tips<\/strong> shared throughout the month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf31 Take one small step<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supporting your mental health doesn\u2019t require a checklist. It might mean:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a break when you need it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Setting a boundary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spending time outside<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talking with someone you trust<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using available support resources like Lucet EAP<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health\u2011related distress, help is available. In the U.S., you can call or text <strong>988<\/strong> to connect with the Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s use this month to <strong>learn, support one another, and continue the conversation\u2014this month and beyond<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the importance of mental well\u2011being, reduce stigma, and encourage open, supportive conversations. 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