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Good mental health is related to mental and psychological well-being. WHO’s work to improve the mental health of individuals and society at large includes the promotion of mental well-being, the prevention of mental disorders, the protection of human rights and the care of people affected by mental disorders.
In an effort to clear up common misconceptions and promote increased awareness, we present 15 important facts about mental health. Millions of Americans quietly battle mental health issues each year.
Fact: Mental health issues can affect anyone. In 2020, about: One in 5 American adults experienced a mental health condition in a given year; One in 6 young people have experienced a major depressive episode; One in 20 Americans have lived with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression
Mental illnesses can affect people of any age, race, religion, or income. A mental illness is a medical condition that disrupts a person’s thinking, feeling, mood, and ability to relate to others and daily functioning.^["What is Mental Health?" U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2018. Accessed May 7, 2019.]
Number of adults with mental illness who did not receive any mental health treatment: Over 28 million. Percent of adults with mental illness who report they try and can't get treatment: 28.2%
Here are 10 lesser known facts about mental health and well-being you may know nothing about. Mental Health issues can affect anyone, regardless of age, race and economic or social class and, due to demographic and lifestyle factors, these are expected to rise.
Mental health is the component of behavioral health that includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. 1 Mental health is a state of well-being that enables us to cope with the stresses of life, realize our abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to our community. 2