The Christian County Health Department is looking to strengthen the way it addresses mental health in the county.  As part of that effort, they will soon present a new feature on their website.  It’s called Credible Mind, and the tool allows visitors to answer questions to screen for potential mental health-related challenges.  This is just one change coming to the Health Department in 2026.

Peyton Langen, the Mental Health Case Manager at the Christian County Health Department, played a notable role in securing this resource.  She says the department can then provide or recommend additional support if necessary.

Dr. Chad Anderson, the Public Health Administrator at the Christian County Health Department, says these assessments can help the user learn more about themselves and their behaviors. 

Langen says the convenience of the new tool will serve users well, as they may not want to start the conversation of mental health challenges directly with another person. 

Away from Credible Mind, The Christian County Health Department is looking to offer more services beyond their daytime hours, as it often overlaps with work schedules.  As such, they will soon offer 24/7 access outside their building to items like vitamins and at-home test kits.  They will be stored in a box akin to a vending machine, one which can handle most types of weather. 

More information on the Christian County Health Department is available at www.cchdil.org. 

Dr. Chad Anderson and Peyton Langen appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show.