If you are in a mental health crisis, Dial 988 - if you are not sure, Dial 988. If you are with someone struggling, Dial 988. If you need feel you “just” need someone to talk to, please dial 988 - it doesn’t have to be an emergency to call. You can text 988 too!
What Does Taking Your Mental Health Temperature Mean?
When a family member, student, or friend isn't feeling well physically, you might suggest or take their temperature—a quick and helpful way to determine if their body is possibly compromised by illness. But why don’t we take our mental health temperature when we’re feeling emotionally unwell?
At Walt’s Waltz, we believe that checking in on your mental health is just as important as monitoring your physical health. A mental health screening from Mental Health America (MHA) is a simple yet powerful tool to assess your emotional well-being. While not a diagnostic tool, these screenings can help identify potential concerns, provide resources, and guide you toward seeking professional support when needed.
I continue to stress that if you are in a crisis or not sure, to call 988. I was the last person with my son. He died 45 minutes after I left. I personally share this because, I want to stress that it is best to call 988 if there is a concern. I can’t go back. I can only try my best to get information out to our community. I am a mom who wants you to please call 988, see your doctor when you are not feeling well, look out for others, get certified in Mental Health First Aid. We are community and everyone needs help sometimes. Help us end stigma, reduce suffering, and empower those with mental health disorders.
You may even save a life.
How It Works
Mental Health America offers a variety of online screenings designed to help individuals evaluate different aspects of their mental health. These screenings provide personalized results, educational resources, and connections to support services such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Taking a mental health screening can help you:
Gain insight into your emotional well-being
Recognize if you may need additional support
Access resources tailored to your needs
Be alerted if you may be in crisis and need to contact 988 for immediate support
Start a conversation with a trusted professional about your mental health
How Walt’s Waltz Supports You
At Walt’s Waltz, we are dedicated to normalizing mental health conversations, reducing stigma, and ensuring that no one struggles in silence. We encourage individuals to Take Their Mental Health Temperature regularly and share these screenings with doctors, trusted family, friends, and colleagues. Checking in on yourself and others is an act of care and empowerment. It is important to seek medical treatment if you are in a crisis.
There are two Screening in Spanish: Anxiety and Depression.
Take Your Mental Health Screening Today
Visit Mental Health America’s screening tool to check in on your mental well-being. After completing the screening, you’ll receive information and resources to help you understand your results and take the next steps toward well-being.
Your mental health matters. Take care of yourself—your whole self. If you're struggling, please seek help. You are not alone, and support is available.
Walt’s Waltz is a compass and a megaphone for mental health support, education, and change.
This information is not meant to be medical advice. Please see our disclaimer.
