Mental Health Matters
The Power of Gratitude
With shorter days and colder temperatures arriving, it’s imperative to continue to take care of your mental health. Spending time with friends and family, going on walks, and eating well balanced meals can all help improve mental health. Another effective method is practicing gratitude daily. A recent study, published in JAMA Psychiatry, provides empirical evidence that adults who practice gratitude create a positive impact on their cardiovascular systems and could increase longevity.
Chen Y, Okereke OI, Kim ES, Tiemeier H, Kubzansky LD, VanderWeele TJ. Gratitude and Mortality Among Older US Female Nurses. JAMA Psychiatry. 2024;81(10).
Listed on our website are various resources for the community such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the phone number for the MHA WARM Line. This line is aimed at providing members of the community with a safe place to receive help before a crisis occurs. The phone number is 316-260-2340.
Wichita Public Schools is committed to the mental health and well-being of all WPS students, staff and parents
This word cloud represents results from the Summer 2021 district survey. Nearly 18,500 staff, students and parents gave input regarding priorities for the 21-22 school year. Of those responses, mental health services and supports were among the top priorities.
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Resource Pages
For immediate support call the Family Crisis helpline at:
1-833-441-2240