Message from BTSNM Board President – July 2025»
Every person living with mental illness has a story, most have family and friends that share their struggles, and too often the pain that comes with mental illness. My story goes back to 1999 when I moved to Albuquerque. I…
My Mental Health Awakening»
My name is Adilene, and I am one of the Facilitators at Breaking the Silence NM. I am one of the people tasked with standing in front of audiences and talking to them about mental health. How did I get…
Mental Health Matters #001»
I’m so excited, I’m so excited, I’m so. . . scared? By: Abe Valdez, Facilitator/Marketing Manager Reflecting upon the first quarter of 2025, it seems the world has been through a lot. From wars, to fires, extreme weather, and…
November 20 is 23rd annual International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day»
This year, 2021, is the 23rd annual International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. The day is sponsored by American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and designated by Senate Resolution…
Celebrating World Mental Health Day»
The weekend of October 10 was jam packed with celebrations in honor of World Mental Health Day. The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts…
Did You Know?»
There was already a mental health crisis among young people, and, given what is known about the mental health impact of trauma and large-scale crises, we will likely see an increasing and lasting effects on their distress and demand for…
My Bipolar Mental Health Toolbox»
Part three in a three-part series of posts about Bipolar Disorder. I have a mental health toolbox which helps me with my bipolar self-care. This is the list of what I have and how it works: Medication – Prescribed medication…
