Mental Health Awareness & Resources

February 10, 2020

Introduction

More and more people are being diagnosed with Mental Health conditions each and every year. According to the Center for Disease Control & Prevention, about 1 out of 5 adults (ages 18+) reports some kind of mental illness each year¹. There are over 200 types of mental illnesses. The American Psychiatric Association provides a full list of these illness here.

The most common mental illnesses² are:

Anxiety Disorders
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Disruptive Behavior Disorders
Depression & Other Mood Disorders
Eating Disorders
Personality Disorders
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizophrenia Spectrum & Other Psychotic Disorders
Substance Use Disorders

You are not alone

If you have experienced or are currently experiencing any of the following symptoms, it is important to recognize that you may have a mental health condition, and you should see your primary care provider or mental health professional. Mental illness can get worse over time, so it is important not to wait. It is also important to understand that you are not alone. Mental illnesses are quite common and most are fully treatable.

According to the Mayo Clinic, the following symptoms may be signs of a mental health condition³:

Feeling sad or down
Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate
Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt
Extreme mood changes of highs and lows
Withdrawal from friends and activities
Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping
Detachment from reality (delusions), paranoia or hallucinations
Inability to cope with daily problems or stress
Trouble understanding and relating to situations and to people
Problems with alcohol or drug use
Major changes in eating habits
Sex drive changes
Excessive anger, hostility or violence
Suicidal thinking

Ask for help if you need it

There is no shame in asking for help. If you think or feel like you need help, ASK! Here are some organizations that provide resources you can reach out to directly if you or a loved one is need of support.

Mental Health Resources

The following resources are intended to provide you with quick access to mental health information and resources.

National Institute of Mental Health

NIH provides a list of resources to support you in finding help for you, a friend, or family members. Resources include getting help in a crisis, finding a healthcare provider or treatment, and others.
Click Here

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

The CDC provides a list of free and confidential resources to help you or a loved one connect with professional counselors near you, including helplines and treatment locators.
Click Here

American Psychiatric Association

The American Psychiatric Association has an easy-to-use lookup tool to help you find psychiatrists in your area. Click below to access the lookup tool.

Click Here

National Alliance on Mental Illness

NAMI has a robust list, including: helplines, suicide & crisis hotlines, financial assistance, advocacy & legal, and community support.
Click Here

^{References:
1} Center for Disease Control & Prevention, https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/learn/index.htm
² American Psychiatry Association, https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/dsm
³ Mayo Clinic, https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/symptoms-causes/syc-20374968

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Mental Health Awareness & Resources

Introduction

You are not alone

Ask for help if you need it

Mental Health Resources

The following resources are intended to provide you with quick access to mental health information and resources.

National Institute of Mental Health

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

American Psychiatric Association

National Alliance on Mental Illness

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Ask for help if you need it

Mental Health Resources

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