Mental Health Awareness Week in CDA

October 21st-25th

Take part in Mental Health Awareness Week and learn about the different ways that our mental health can affect our everyday lives.

This event is a drop-in style event throughout the week of October 21st-25th. Each day a different topic related to mental health will be presented on a display board in the DeArmond Building lobby. Associated pamphlets and activities will be located near the display boards.

Mental Health Awareness Week is proudly sponsored by North Idaho Higher Education!

Fall 2024 Mental Health Week Topics

Monday 10/21"What Does it Mean to be Neurodivergent?"
Tuesday 10/22"How to Care for Your Mental Health in the Digital World."
Wednesday 10/23
"Finding Balance in Your Life to Promote Mental Well-being."
A representative from SafePassages will be tabling from 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM in the DeArmond Lobby.
Thursday 10/24DIY Aromatherapy Crafting and Take Home Kinetic Sand.
Friday 10/25
Take a tour of the S.W.R.C. and participate in a one-hour yoga and meditation class for free! 
Meet at the DeArmond Building Lobby at 12:25 pm and walk over with instructor Teresa Simmons at 12:30 pm. The yoga and meditation class will be from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.

Past Topics:

  1. "Why is Therapy Beneficial to Mental Health?" 
  2. "Worry boxes and How to Make Them." (Including an in-person worry box at the DeArmond Building)
  3. "What is Self-Care?" and self-care bingo.
  4. DIY Aromatherapy Crafts.
  5. Take Home Kinetic Sand.
  6. "How Can Physical Exercise and Mental Exercise Improve Your Mental Health?"