A spokesperson notes that it can be challenging to identify a crisis, and it can help people learn more about how to assist themselves or their loved ones.

Mental health professionals and insurance company ConnectiCare hosted a men’s mental health seminar Wednesday night to spread awareness. Men are four times more likely to commit suicide then women, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Jacquilyn Davis with the nonprofit Mental Health Connecticut gave a presentation at the ConnectiCare Center in Manchester. She said work pressure, financial issues…

The initiative addresses the mental health professional shortage in Northeast Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

The goal of Mental Health Court is to connect defendants with mental health issues to treatment instead of jail time, ultimately reducing repeat offenses.

Bay District Schools has some resources to help promote good mental health this summer.

Twenty-five students from northeastern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula are expected to be in the first class of students this fall.

The Omaha Police Department is growing its efforts to help people they encounter who are dealing with mental health issues.