There are a lot of mixed messages about mental health out there in the wild world of the internet, so we wanted to clarify some of the most common mental health facts and myths.
Myth: Mental health problems do not affect me in any way
Fact : Mental health problems are extremely common as:
- One in five American adults experience a mental health issue
- One in ten young adults have experienced major depression
- One in twenty-five Americans live with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
Suicide is the 10th leading cause for death in the US. Approximately 41,000 American lives are lost yearly to this, which is double the amount of lives lost to homicide.
Myth: Individuals with mental health concerns are violent and reckless
Fact: The overwhelming majority of people who struggle with mental health concerns are no more likely to be violent than any other human. Actually, only 3-5% of violent acts were from someone with a mental health disorder. Statistic shows that those who suffer from mental illness at actually over ten times more likely to be victims of violent crimes rather than the general population. You more than likely know someone with a mental health problem and do not recognize it, as many people with with mental health concerns are highly active , productive and respectable members of our community.
Myth: Therapy , self help and coaching are just a waste of time. Why bother when you can just pop a pill?
Fact: Proper treatment for mental health concerns depends on the person seeking help and can include therapy, medication or both. There is plenty of research and evidence that shows that therapy does indeed work. That combined with a support system, like family or friends, significantly increase the chances of you healing faster.
If you think you are struggling with mental health concerns, call us today at 412-532-1249 to schedule your free phone consultation.
About Makin Wellness
Founded in 2017 , Makin Wellness is therapy and coaching center located at 239 Fourth Avenue, Suite 1801 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222. The company’s mission is to help people heal and become happy again. Makin Wellness specializes in depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship counseling .
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