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When “mayday” comes over the radio, it’s an instantly recognizable call to action. A ship or aircraft is in distress and needs immediate help. When people are struggling, feeling like they’re sinking or spiraling out of control, there’s often no such urgency. Instead, even well-meaning friends and family may tell someone suffering with mental illness to “get over it” or “suck it up.” Rather than getting the treatment they need, many with debilitating conditions see no choice but to suffer in silence. The only way to de-stigmatize mental illness is to bring it out of the shadows.

Approximately one in five adults nationwide have a mental health condition, and one in 25 experiences a serious mental illness that interferes with life activities. Women are more affected than men.

If this sounds like you or someone you know, we want to help. We’ve compiled a wealth of resources and expert information to guide you. We encourage you to seek the assistance you need because you deserve wellness and peace of mind.

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Testimonials

  • How I became mentally well: Romy Hall

    My mental health struggle I was an overachiever in an attempt to please my parents. I studied all night, worked harder than the rest and completed tasks that seemed unattainable. I was an expert shooter and basic training’s most improved soldier. With five sons, a new art gallery, post-partum depression and the effects of Hurricane Katrina, […]

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  • How I became mentally well: Madeline Nicklas

    My mental health struggle When I was 8, I was diagnosed with attention deficit disorder. That was a struggle growing up, besides being the daughter of a single mother and being misunderstood as a child. It was very frustrating and caused a lot of insecurities that carried over to adulthood. I struggled with paying attention, […]

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