Mental Health Awareness Month

NO! The Kids Are Not Okay


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It’s Mental Health Awareness month and let’s just say the kids are not alright. Neither are the adults. The mental health epidemic is at an all-time high impacting our families, our friends, and our futures.

11yrs one struggles from the onset of mental health symptoms before they receive a diagnosis

Hospitalization rates are up 25%. Many of the kids admitted were 11 to 14 years old — with girls being the majority. Suicidal or self-harming behavior led to a 33% jump.

Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-14 

50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24

86% of kids constantly feel worried about schools and friendships

1 in 5 adults suffers from mental health problems like anxiety and depression

A “growing use of social media” among children has been linked to depression symptoms. Experts spotlight a failing US health care system, adding “the hospital ends up being the place you go when all else fails.” They're calling for an increase in mental health services in communities and schools.

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