Protect your mental health

More than 80% of dentists report feeling “major” stress in their career. Get resources to reduce stress, relieve burnout and support colleagues.
Ready, Set, Talkspace Go!

Well-being support is available anytime, anyplace. ADA members and dental students have free access to Talkspace Go, a self-guided therapy app with personalized courses, therapist-led live workshops, daily journals and more.

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Give yourself a mental health checkup

How are you doing, really? Assess yourself with the Well-Being Index, invented by the Mayo Clinic. Answer a few questions to receive a confidential, personalized dashboard with resources for support.

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In a crisis? You’re not alone

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please text or dial 988 to be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This service is free and confidential. For a medical emergency dial 911.

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More mental health resources

State Well-Being Programs (PDF)
Download this directory for a list of state contacts who can provide help and guidance.
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Suicide Postvention Toolkit (PDF)
ADA/American Foundation for Suicide Prevention tool to cope with the loss of a colleague.
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Preventing Unfair Discrimination
Access an advocacy toolkit to reduce barriers to care for mental health and substance use. disorders.
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CE: Emotional Resilience
Get 10 evidence-based resilience strategies to support their mental health in this 1 credit course.
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Course
CE: Your Wellness Plan
Get tools to develop your own tailored resilience plan in this 1 credit course.
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Course
Workplace Mental Health Toolkit (PDF)
Support your entire team with this resource developed in collaboration with NAMI Chicago.
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In their own words

Dr. Brett Kessler’s path to wellness

Now 26 years sober, ADA president Dr. Brett Kessler opens up about his addiction recovery and helping others be well.

Member and Colleague Wellness Stories

How are you doing, really?
Dr. Robert McNeill on leading licensure reform so dentists can seek support.
Resilience, realized
Drs. Sheela Raja and Cathy Hung discuss how to overcome trauma and improve wellness.
A tool that made a difference
Dr. Jarod Johnson opens up about how the Well-Being Index helped improve his mental health.
Overcoming imposter syndrome
Dr, Jordan A. Pierre shares six strategies to reach your full potential.
Why wellness isn’t a buzzword
Dr. Shivani Barto reveals the positive impact of wellness on productivity.
Suicide prevention
Dr. Karen Foster shares information and guidance on the Dental Sound Bites podcast.
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Podcast
Perfectionism and mental wellness
Dr. Eric Block opens up about the pressure to be perfect on Dental Sound Bites.
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Podcast
Prioritizing your mental health
Psychologist Dr. Diana Dill shares how to make mental health a priority.
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Podcast