According to the National Institute of Mental Health, there are approximately 58.7 million adults suffering from a form of mental health issue. About 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year while 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year. But even more concerning is that 20.3% of adolescents ages 12-17 are diagnosed with mental health issues or behavioral condition with anxiety being the most prevalent at 16.1% followed by depression at 8.4%. 10% of Children as young as 3 up to 17 years old, are diagnosed with anxiety disorder and 4% suffer from depression.
These staggering statistics have inspired a movement in our San Diego Fil-Am SDA Church. The Family and Health Ministry within our congregation felt the responsibility by organizing an event that will spotlight the awareness and importance of Mental Health.
The goal of this event is to put the issue of Mental Health Illness in the forefront. We invite you to be part of our effort to bring awareness in Mental Health, but most importantly, we want everyone to know that there is Hope, Help and Healing that is available.
