Megan Thee Stallion is taking on a serious issue that she’s passionate about.
To commemorate National Mental Health Day (Oct.10), the Houston rapper is partnering with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for the Never A Bother initiative. She’s intent on spreading the word about suicide prevention to teenagers and young adults.
On her Instagram, Megan posted a video about the “Never a Bother” campaign
“Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or alone? Hotties, you don’t have to go through it by yourself!” Megan’s caption read.
“This World Mental Health Day, check out @neverabother for resources that can help,” Megan continued.
In the video, Megan shares her mental health journey and the importance of open discussions.
“It took me a long time to be comfortable talking about my mental health. Asking for help doesn’t make me weak,” Megan said in the video. “Asking for help actually built my strength… going to get the help gave me the tools to be stronger. So I just definitely want to talk to the Hotties and let them know it’s OK to ask for help… Hotties, you are never a bother.”
According to recent reports by the CDPH, suicide was the second leading cause of death among youth between the ages of 10-25 from 2018 to 2022 in California. Because of the numbers, the campaign is targeting “youth populations disproportionately impacted by suicide.”
In her music, Megan has not been shy about addressing the theme of mental health. She launched her resource website Bad Bi**hes Have Bad Days Too in 2022 which offers resources for those struggling with mental health. Megan also established the Pete and Thomas Foundation, which provides resources for “women, children, senior citizens and underserved communities.”
If you or anyone you know are having suicidal thoughts or would like emotional support, please contact the 24-hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988.
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