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  • ~ More then 1 billion! ~

    ~ More then 1 billion! ~

    Mental Health awareness is the understanding that mental health conditions are real. More than 1 billion people worldwide live with a mental health disorder. Raising awareness can sometimes broaden people’s understanding of mental health disorders.  It’s about making sure people know that what they’re feeling has a name, that it’s common, and that talking to…

  • ~ Raise Awareness ~

    ~ Raise Awareness ~

    Men are 2 times more likely than women to experience work-related burnout, yet many still turn away from care when it matters most 60% of men with mental health needs do not seek treatment. 23% of men with depression actually receive help. 25% of men report that wait times for mental health appointments are too…

  • ~ Understanding the big picture ~

    Depression is a common mental health disorder. It involves a depressed mood or loss of pleasure or interest in things. Depression can affect all aspects of life including relationships with family & friends. It can also result to problems at school or work. Depression in someone can be so bad that it interferes with a…

  • ~ Take the time to listen~

    ~ Take the time to listen~

    Men’s mental health month was started in 1949. It started as ‘Men’s Mental Health Week’, then through the years it went to ‘Men’s Mental Health Month’. For centuries, men have been encouraged to be providers, protectors and problem solvers. Roles that leave little room for vulnerability. *59% of men think seeking help for mental health…

  • ~ Take it slow ~

    ~ Take it slow ~

    * According to IDPH Men are less likely to express sadness or depressive symptoms and more likely to experience externalizing symptoms such as anger, alcohol/substance misuse, or risk taking. * 2026 studies show in the U.S- *Men die by suicide at a rate of 22/23 per 100,000. Nearly 4x the rate of women. *If you…

  • ~ Statistics show….~

    ~ Statistics show….~

    According to the CDC & Worldmetrics, In the past year…. * 49% of high school students have experienced feelings of sadness or hopelessness. * Nearly 1 in 5 million adolescents in the U.S report have unmet mental health needs. * 22.2% of adolescents with a mental health condition experience severe impairment or distress. * 16.1%…

  • ~ In a world where you can be anything, be kind 😊~

    ~ In a world where you can be anything, be kind 😊~

    Kindness: the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. Some studies have shown that kindness can improve happiness and a sense of engagement with life and reduce symptoms of anxiety. Studies from Worldmetrics show – * Children who do acts of kindness are 40% less likely to be bullied. * Teaching children kindness in classrooms…

  • ~ How can you help others? ~

    ~ How can you help others? ~

    Helping & supporting someone with depression requires understanding & patience. Some ways to help them – Listening with patience , without judgment. Patiently listening allows them to speak openly. Avoid negativity & judgments as it can cause them to isolate. Offer help Checking in with them daily. See if they need help, whether it’s around…

  • ~ Some days we just have to push through it ~

    ~ Some days we just have to push through it ~

    * An estimated 4% of the population experience depression. * In high income countries, only about one third of the people with depression receive help. * Approximately 60% of adolescents with a major depressive episode do not get treatment. * If you or someone you know are in need of help, please call or text…

  • ~ Men’s Mental Health ~

    ~ Men’s Mental Health ~

    According to the ADAA (Anxiety & Depression Association of America), Depression, anxiety, trauma, substance misuse, and suicidal thoughts impact millions of men each year. Yet men are significantly less likely than women to seek professional mental health treatment, often because of stigma, cultural expectations, or the belief that asking for help is a sign of weakness * Nearly 1 in…

  • ~ You can make a difference ~

    ~ You can make a difference ~

    In 2024, an estimated 14.3 million adults seriously thought about suicide, 4.6 million planned a suicide attempt, and 2.2 million attempted suicide. Suicide was responsible for 48,824 deaths in 2024.  In a 2021 a study done by JAMA Psychiatry, found ‘smiling’ reduces depression symptoms by 14% in adults with mild depression. *If you or someone…

  • June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness

    June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness

    My apologies for being a bit behind this month . June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness month. In honor of that my daily quotes will be awareness for mental health. ADAA (American & Depression Association of America) points out that ‘mental health affects everyone, but many men struggle in silence. ‘ Nearly 1 in 10…