Mental Health Program
The MOST Mental Health Program provides resources to Boilermakers, Contractors, and Owners in need of support for mental health issues. Materials can be obtained by contacting the MOST office at 913-281-5036.
What is Mental Health?
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, and helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Over the course of your life, if you experience mental health problems, your thinking, mood, and behavior could be affected.
“Know someone battling suicidal thoughts? Call or text the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 for immediate help. Find additional resources at https://988lifeline.org.
Mental illnesses are disorders, ranging from mild to severe, that affect a person’s thinking, mood, and/or behavior. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly one-in-five adults live with a mental illness.
Many factors contribute to mental health conditions, including:
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- Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry
- Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse
- Family history of mental health problems
