A new web site, BringChange2Mind.org, reports “1 in 6 adults and almost 1 in 10 children suffer from a diagnosable mental illness. Yet, for many, the stigma associated with the illness, can be as great a challenge as the disease itself. This is where the misconceptions stop. This is where bias comes to an end.… Read More: “Change A Mind And Change A Life” »
The producers of MTV’s True Life, a respected documentary series, are developing a new documentary series that focuses specifically on young adults living with mental illness. Producers are looking for 18- to 25-year-olds living in the continental U.S. who have been diagnosed with a mental illness and are willing to share their personal experiences with… Read More: New MTV Series to Focus on Mental Illness »
On September 18, 2009, the American Psychiatric Association (APA), whose membership includes more than 38,000 physicians, announced that its Board of Trustees voted unanimously to support H.R. 3200, America’s Affordable Health Choices Act, as the basis for health reform. In doing so, the APA said it was “pleased to stand with the American Medical Association.”… Read More: American Psychiatric Association Endorses ‘Public Option’ »
Thursday, October 8, 2009 is National Depression Screening Day. “Whether for heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes or depression, health screenings provide a quick and easy way to spot the first signs of serious illness and can reach people who might not otherwise seek professional medical advice. Clinical depression is a common medical illness affecting… Read More: National Depression Screening Day »
Today is the start of Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 4-10) which highlights efforts to promote public education and eliminate stigma. Beginning this week and continuing throughout the month of October, many PBS television stations will broadcast MINDS ON THE EDGE: Facing Mental Illness. MINDS ON THE EDGE is a multi-platform media project that explores… Read More: Mental Illness Awareness Week – Minds on the Edge »