Englewood, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/10/2023 -- The National Alliance on Mental Illness Arapahoe/Douglas Counties (NAMI ADCO) announced the launch of its latest podcast titled, "Nobody's Perfect," will air on all major podcast platforms starting today, just in time for World Mental Health Day.

"Nobody's Perfect," funded by NAMI Colorado and Kaiser Permanente Community Health Fund at The Denver Foundation, aims to combat stigma, and raise awareness of mental health support services for youth and their families. Hosted by radio personality, podcaster, and mental health advocate, Jason Hopcus, the podcast provides guests with an opportunity to express themselves, share their experiences, and celebrate their achievements from topics ranging from personal development to embracing imperfections and practicing self-acceptance.

Hopcus hopes the launch of the podcast will spark meaningful conversations between youth and their families, which often poses a major hurdle when effectively communicating about the challenges associated with mental health conditions.

"Nobody's Perfect" is a place for guests to express themselves in ways that will empower listeners – specifically adults and their children – to think differently about mental health by leaning into support services and cultivating emotional resilience," said President and CEO of NAMI ADCO, Jason Hopcus. "With our data showing nearly 75% of youth in our region reporting their mental health as 'fair,' the launch of "Nobody's Perfect" was created to amplify the collective voices of real people who embody the strength, hope, and wisdom we believe will lead to healthier, more prosperous outcomes for our service area and across the state of Colorado."

The podcast is part of NAMI ADCO's, For Youth, By Youth, initiative, which has provided space for ongoing research and community conversations impacting youth mental health over the last five years. For Youth, By Youth has led to significant impact and milestones for NAMI ADCO to date, including:

- A youth-centric podcast in partnership with Bonneville Media-Denver hosted by Hopcus labelled, Teen Talk (2019-2021) which offered youth a safe space to discuss challenges that can erode their mental health.

- An opportunity to conduct research from focus groups and community conversations in the same year to better serve the needs of Colorado youth, thanks to $40,000 in funding from Kaiser Permanente through NAMI Colorado.

- The facilitation of a 2023 Douglas County youth and family survey that showed 41% of youth believe the best opportunities for more education for youth resources begins with self-management tools, and 36% stating they are most likely go online to find resources that improve their mental health, followed by family and clinical professionals. *

Tune into "Nobody's Perfect" here, learn more about "Nobody's Perfect" here, and for more information on NAMI ADCO, visit their website.

About NAMI ADCO
The National Alliance on Mental Illness Douglas/Arapahoe Counties works to achieve equitable services and treatment for all who are impacted by mental health in the Arapahoe and Douglas County region. Through mental health education and support programs, NAMI ADCO aims to combat stigma surrounding mental health and advocates for equitable resources that reach individuals and families impacted by mental health conditions. NAMI ADCO is committed to the populations in which it serves by helping them achieve their mental health goals through intentional support and recovery. Visit www.namiadco.org or follow us on Facebook for more information.

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*Source: Empowering Youth Voices: A Survey Report on Youth and Family Mental Health in Douglas County (NAMI ADCO, June 2023).