How You Can Help Reduce The Stigma Against Mental Illness

This week, help us normalize mental health care. Share one mental health fact with a friend, coworker, or family member. Even one small conversation can help reduce stigma.

Facts you can share:

• 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiences a mental health condition each year.
That means chances are, someone you know is struggling whether they talk about it or not.

• Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the U.S.
They affect over 40 million adults annually and are highly treatable with the right support.

• Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
Effective therapy and medication can reduce symptoms for 80% of people who seek help.

• Most people wait 11 years, on average, before seeking treatment for mental health concerns.
Breaking stigma and offering resources earlier makes a huge difference.

• Talking about suicide does not increase the risk.
In fact, open and compassionate conversations can reduce the risk by connecting people to help.

• Teens today report higher levels of anxiety and depression than any other generation.

• Women are nearly twice as likely as men to experience depression.

• 70% of youth in the juvenile justice system have a diagnosable mental health condition.

• Workplace stress costs U.S. businesses up to $300 billion annually.

• Black and Hispanic individuals are less likely to receive mental health care even when insured.