Stories
Sound of Sirens: First responders access to mental health resources in Oklahoma
There were still 186 miles to go, and Shelly Mack’s lungs were burning.
First Responders
Fighting Mental Fires
Firefighters' and first responders' access to mental health care in the state of Oklahoma
Veterans
On a wing and a prayer: Veterans fight for mental health
You're hearing the voice of Lt. Col. Alan Milacek. Milacek served in the United States Air Force for more than 20 years. He is no longer here, but is survived by his wife, Pat, who talks about the life of being a military spouse and how it affected her.
The War at Home: Oklahoma veteran's lack of mental health resources
The Health of Heroes: Mental health in U.S. veterans
"Murderers, baby killers is what they called us."
Take the Stand
The mental health toll on child abuse victims in Oklahoma.
Reyna Perez looked her abuser in the eyes after more than a decade of freedom.
Child Abuse Victims
Fighting your own battles: Oklahoma collegiate athletes’ lack of mental health resources
Collegiate Athletes
Locked in their minds: Oklahoma inmates mental health
Inmates
Our Team
Mallory Pool
Enid, Oklahoma
MaKayla Keirsey
Owasso, Oklahoma
Claire Thomas
Stillwater, Oklahoma
Taylor Carroll
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Lindsey Hiette
St. Louis, Missouri
Luísa Clausen
Curitiba, Brazil
Bella Casey
Jones, Oklahoma
Emma Haley
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Jaycee Hampton
Owasso, Oklahoma
Payton Little
Ponca City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma is facing a crisis. Our team is dedicated to talking about it. There is a lack of comprehensive mental health resources throughout the state in multiple careers, fields and situations. Learn about and understand the stories of so many affected by the lack of resources for first responders, veterans, collegiate athletes, inmates and abuse victims. Our team chose purple as a prominent color for our storytelling because it promotes harmony of the mind and its emotions. It contributes to stability, peace of mind and mental balance. The color shows up throughout the pages to remind viewers of its calming nature. From heartbreaking audio clips to powerful photography to the basics of print journalism, join us in supporting the unsupported through The Crisis.