Mental health exhibit on display

The Mental Health: Mind Matters exhibition is presented at the Carnegie Science Center until August 17, focusing on mental health awareness and coping strategies as students prepare for the school year. This trilingual exhibit, which includes English, Spanish, and French, offers immersive displays and activities to engage visitors in understanding mental health issues. Guests can participate in activities that help them recognize and manage emotions, such as expressive art and movement exercises. The experience includes simulations of mental health challenges, like navigating family dynamics affected by depression and engaging in conversations while wearing noise-distorting headphones that mimic auditory hallucinations. The exhibition also features a worry shredder, allowing participants to symbolically release stress and anxiety.

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, about one in five adults confronts mental illness each year, with over 1. 8 million adults affected in Pennsylvania alone. This initiative aims to foster empathy and understanding while providing practical tools for support. The exhibit is included with general admission, promoting accessibility to vital mental health resources.