Now accepting Telehealth appointments. Schedule a virtual visit.
Skip to main content

October Is Mental Health Awareness Month

October Is Mental Health Awareness Month

A healthy body also includes a healthy mind. But those with mental health struggles often face misunderstanding and harsh judgment that may cause them to hide their illness and avoid seeking help.

As the Mental Health Foundation observes, “by failing to treat people with mental health problems with dignity we make it more difficult to ensure that everyone takes steps to safeguard their wellbeing and to seek help, as it can lead to self-stigma, low confidence, low self-esteem, withdrawal and social isolation.”

Mental health illnesses include a range of illnesses from depression and posttraumatic stress disorder to ADD and schizophrenia. All of these illnesses are not uncommon. In 2013, there were an estimated 43.8 million U.S. adults (18.5%) with some type of mental illness in the past year. According to the CDC, approximately 13 percent of children ages 8 to 15 had a diagnosable mental disorder within the previous year.

World Mental Health Day is October 10, and this year mental health organizations are striving to bring dignity to illnesses often cast in shadow. Generations Family Practice is happy to assist patients in finding the appropriate mental health care. Call us today to get the help you deserve.

Here are some startling facts related to Mental Health in America~

October Is Mental Health Awareness Month 1

You Might Also Enjoy...

When to Seek Help for Pelvic Pain

When to Seek Help for Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain is a fairly common symptom of a wide range of conditions, from minor digestive issues to problems with the reproductive organs in women to medical emergencies, such as appendicitis. Knowing when to seek help is key.
Why Does My Child Keep Getting Sick?

Why Does My Child Keep Getting Sick?

Germs and children are an inevitable duo. Parents want to do their best to keep their children from getting sick, but it’s actually a natural part of how children build a strong immunity system. Read on to learn more.
How to Help Your Child Manage Diabetes At School

How to Help Your Child Manage Diabetes At School

Diabetes is a serious medical condition that can be difficult to manage at any age. If a child has diabetes, it can be especially challenging to manage, particularly in a school setting. Read on to learn how you can help your child.