Each May, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month by sharing resources and normalizing conversations around mental well-being. Eric Murphy, mental health specialist at the West Virginia University Center for Excellence in Disabilities (CED), discusses the importance of prioritizing mental well-being and shares mental health life hacks for members of the disability community.

“In my role at the CED, I’ve witnessed how mental health often takes a backseat to addressing physical well-being. The mental health needs of individuals with disabilities are often neglected. However, when one dedicates time and effort to enhance their mental well-being and confront the underlying causes, the impact can be transformative,” Murphy said.