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March 7, 2015

Transform the way we think about mental health

The World Health Organization identifies mental illness as the most disabling health condition in the world above cancer and heart disease. Data reported by the National Alliance on Mental Illness indicates that one in four adults (approximately 61.5 million Americans) experiences mental illness in any given year and approximately 20 percent of youth ages 13 to 18 experience severe mental disorders in a given year.

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Mental Health Resources

If a mental health or substance use challenge is affecting you or someone you know, there are several resources available to learn more or get connected with help. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial 911 in case of emergency.

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