If anything screams "YOU ARE NOT ALONE," this statistic should. Knowing that nearly 1 in 5 Americans are affected by mental illness should make you feel like you are in good

company. People with mental illness are persevering and living their lives every day, so keep on fighting! 

Another reason to know you are not alone. Knowing that 1 in 2 Americans will develop a mental illness shows just how widespread of an issue mental illness is. Are you

surprised about this statistic? We sure are! Spreading awareness starts with you! 

This heartbreaking statistic hits home. Know that young adults are at a huge risk for suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, know that there are resources out

there to help you! Call the suicide hotline, and find a therapist to talk to. Know you are not alone in this. Your life is important.

This alarming statistic is eye-opening. with 350 million people suffering from depression, know that depression is a treatable illness. If you are depressed, ask for help before it

gets even worse. 

You are not weak for seeking out treatment. Know that the best way to recover from a mental illness is to seek treatment. More times than often you will fail

if you try to fix your mental illness on your own. You need to learn the tools and figure out your resources in order to stay healthy. There is no shame in

seeking help! 

This statistic shows the amount of fear surrounding mental illness. If you have a mental illness, do not feel ashamed. Know that you have the right to speak up

and not be stigmatized. Stand up for mental illness and show the world that mental illness has many faces. 

If you feel like you rarely have a good day, know that you are not alone. 10.2 % of Americans have between 14-30 mentally unhealthy days a month. On these days they

feel unfit to do their normal activities because of their mental illness.