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Mental Health

Information on Mental Health

Assertive Community Treatment

The Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program delivers comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals who are diagnosed with severe mental illness and whose needs have not been well met by more traditional service delivery approaches in the community. The Behavioral Health and Wellness Division funds two ACT teams in Albuquerque. The agencies operating these programs are UNM Hospital and New Mexico Solutions.  Each program functions as a mobile, trans-disciplinary treatment team of mental health professionals with staff-shared caseloads that deliver the majority of its services in natural community settings.

Visit the New Mexico Solutions webpage

 

Mental HEALTH Guide and Video

The City, New Mexico Department of Health, and other strong partners, commissioned the “mental HEALTH” video and guide. The 45-minute youth-focused documentary and guide is designed for teachers, parents, and group leaders. It facilitates conversation with kids about behavioral health in a way they can relate to, by talking about feelings and common stressors.  

View the Guide

The Guide Walks parents through key steps, including: 

 

  • Prepare: Read the script, set ground rules. 

  • Watch: Show the video, then give everyone time to write down thoughts or questions.

  • Discuss: Use easy questions—What signs of trouble did you see? How can we stay healthy? Who should we talk to if we’re worried?

  • Do Activities: For middle school, make posters about stress relief or role‑play helping a friend. For high school, act out subtle signs of depression and talk about getting help. For parents, plan a family talk and learn when to reach out for support.

Suicide Prevention & Crisis Services

The Division of Behavioral Health and Wellness does not fund any of the following emergency services, however if you are in need of these services please contact any one of the agencies below.

  • AGORA Crisis Center: Crisis Center call  505-277-3013
  • NM Crisis and Access Line: 1-855-NMCRISIS (1-855-662-7474)
  • UNM Psychiatric Center: 505-272-2800
  • New Mexico Statewide Crisis Line: 1-866-HELP-1-NM (1-866-435-7166)
  • USA National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-2433
  • USA National Crisis Hotline:  1-800-273-8255

Contact Us

For additional resources visit the Help Page

Reports

Community Dialogues on Mental Health 2015 Recommendations

Warning Signs of Mental Health Issues

Myths: Mental Health & Suicide

Signs of Depression or Suicide