ADA
Anxiety &
Depression
Association
60% OF AMERICAN ADULTS
DO NOT RECEIVE MENTAL ILLNESS SERVICES IN THE PAST YEAR
6.9% OF AMERICAN ADULTS
STRUGGLE WITH CLINICAL DEPRESSION
18% OF AMERICAN ADULTS
SUFFER FROM ANXIETY DISORDERS
Millions of Americans are affect by mental illness. Despite the amount of people that suffer, so many of their stories go unheard. This could be contributed to a lack of support resources, mental health stigmas, and the fear that no one will listen.
Source: https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/Infographics/GeneralMHFacts.pdf
THE TRUTH
The ADA #SPEAKforYourself campaign aims to spread the truth of mental health. It encourages individuals to share their personal stories of their struggles with mental health.
You can share your story on our website and you may be featured on our Facebook or Twiter pages. Your story is completely anonymous unless stated otherwise.