Loneliness and Isolation
The Facts Fall is here, winter is approaching, and the amount of daylight is decreasing. For some this can mean less time outside, more time … Read more…
Hiking, research, and results
All of us who read this blog know that hiking plays a key role in maintaining our mental health. One of the great things about … Read more…
Suicide Prevention
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or mental health challenges 988 is available 24/7 to provide emotional support. September is … Read more…
Autism: what it is, what it ain’t, and how time in the outdoors may be helpful
My introduction to autism A few years ago, one of my children was diagnosed with autism. As I listened to the rationale for the surprising … Read more…
Brain and Behavior Research Foundation
I have been volunteering for HIKE for Mental Health for a relatively short period of time. In getting to know more about the organization … Read more…
Hike the Giant, 2024 edition, in pictures
A message from hike organizers Shianne Purvis and Deanna Anderson: Sunday was our fourth annual Hike the Giant event at Sleeping Giant State Park in … Read more…
Summit Mt Washington 2024 soars
It is with an incredible amount of gratitude I share with you that 241 hikers and cog participants all joined together yesterday for what was truly a beautiful, inspiring, and record breaking event. From the moment the first hikers arrived, to when the last were leaving the parking lot, the day was unbelievable and largely went off without a hitch.
Read more...Greetings from your newest member of the mental health blogging team
Greetings fellow hikers. My name is Tim McNicholl, and I am thrilled to join the Hike for Mental Health team as a contributing blogger on … Read more…
Back to School Series: School Professionals
We hope you have enjoyed our Back to School series. This will be the last article in the series. If you have not … Read more…
Partnership Award at PCT Days
The Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) awarded HIKE for Mental Health with a Partnership Award on the main stage of Pacific Crest Trail Days this … Read more…
Back to School Series: Bullying
As many students begin their school year they, and parents, may be concerned about bullying. Stopbullying.gov provides a lot of information about bullying, and what you … Read more…
Back to School Series: ADHD
According to the CDC attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood mental health disorders. It is marked by inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity … Read more…
Hike As Your Are This #hikeOctober
It’s official – two months until #hikeOctober 2024 begins! Join our eighth annual #hikeOctober campaign to raise awareness of the challenges of mental illness, fund mental health research and conserve wilderness trails. #hikeOctober is free to join, open to hikers of all experience levels, and a great way for your walk in the woods, or around the park, to make an impact.
Read more...Back to School Series: Youth’s Mental Health and The Impact of Social Media
Over the next month we will be running a Back to School series consisting of a few different articles. The first one is featured … Read more…
PTSD: Part 2
In previous blogs we highlighted the mental health benefits of getting outdoors, as well as an overview of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If you have … Read more…
Hiker Highlights – Volume 1
HIKE for Mental Health’s “Hiker Highlight” series is a way for folks within the HFMH community to help #breakthestigma surrounding mental health by sharing their … Read more…
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: An Overview
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common mental health disorder that occurs in some people after they experienced a traumatic event. Some examples of … Read more…
Hiking in Hot Weather: Safety Tips
With summer officially here there are several tips to consider when hiking in hot weather and extreme heat. REI, Friends of the Blue Hills, and … Read more…
Depressive Disorders: An Overview
Have you ever been sad because you didn’t get that job you wanted or didn’t make the team? Or perhaps you were sad because you … Read more…
Anxiety Disorders: An Overview
Our last blog provided a brief overview of mental health, inclusive of many disorders. The next few blogs will provide an overview of specific, … Read more…
