History
The Better Together Behavioral Health Network (BTBHN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was established in February 2025. The BTBHN came together with a shared vision to address the needs of individuals across the continuum of care. From prevention efforts, through treatment and recovery, we ensure that people have the resources to strive while also creating the pathway for those who are struggling.
What is Behavioral Health?
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), behavioral health refers to a state of mental, emotional, and social well-being or behaviors that affect your well-being. Behavioral Health is an umbrella term that refers to the following topics:
- Mental Health
- Substance use
- Suicidal thoughts
What is the Mental Health Continuum?
We need to understand that our mental health and wellbeing fall on a continuum which include a range of states between mental health and mental illness. It is also important to understand that we can experience several states within the continuum during different periods throughout our lives. The picture depicts the 5 stages of the mental health continuum, along with things we might experience or recognize during each stage. The good news is we have the ability to shift between stages and work towards optimal mental health. If you find yourself in a stage of surviving, struggling, or in crisis, please know that you are not alone and there are people and resources to help along the continuum.
