The second Unit of Stand Up is Educate. To educate others about Mental Health we created a website that includes educational and informative articles. We added coping mechanisms to educate others how to cope properly and safely. Next, we talked to each of the ELP's at Humboldt High School and informed them about Statistics on Mental Health.
National Institutes of Health's Article
Approximately 46.4% of Americans will experience some form of mental illness in their lifetime which affects various aspects of life
Mental health disorders result in meaningful yet costly economic burdens to the United States; it's estimated to cost more than $83 billion annually
Females experience higher rates of mental illnesses like major depressive disorder and PTSD compared to men
World Health Organization's Article
Globally, 1/7 adolescents aged 10-19 experience a mental disorder
Depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders are leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents
Suicide is the third leading cause of death among individuals aged 15-29 years old.
Mental health involves our emotional, psychological, and social well-being
Mental health is crucial at every life stage, starting from childhood all the way to adulthood
Experiencing mental health issues can affect the individual's thinking, mood, and behavior which emphasizes the importance of seeking appropriate support and treatment