08/12/2021
Facts about Mental Health:
-1 in 5 young people (age 13-18) has or will develop a mental illness in their lifetime.
-More than 1 in 4 adults living with serious mental illnesses also struggles with substance abuse.
-Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
-Many factors contribute to the development of a mental health condition, including life experiences (such as trauma or a history of abuse), biological factors, and family history of mental illness.
Source:
Mental illnesses are more common than cancer, diabetes, or heart disease.