National Mental Health Month, observed each May, promotes mental wellness through an annual theme. Mental Health America’s theme for 2025 is “Turn Awareness into Action.” This initiative encourages people to recognize the strides that have been made in decreasing the stigma around mental health, while also working to transform this understanding into actions to create change.
According to Mental Health America, nearly one in five American adults will have a diagnosable mental health condition each year, and 46% of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition at some point in their lifetime. 54.7% of these adults will not receive any mental health treatment. The initiative aims to educate people on the importance of taking action regarding mental health, both for oneself and in the form of helping others. Ways to participate include taking a mental health screening or getting certified in Mental Health First Aid to assist someone in a mental health crisis.
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