What is the #2 leading cause of death in young adults?
#2 Leading cause of death among young adults is suicide
Mental Health can be treated?
True or False
True
1 in 5 US South Asians reports experiencing a __mood or anxiety disorder _in their lifetime.
True or False
True
What percent of people, 18-24 with anxiety or depression don't seek treatment?
67% of people 18-24 with anxiety or depression don't seek treatment.
Things you can do to improve your own mental health?
Reach out for professional help
Taking care of self
Talking to friends/family
Eating healthy, exercising
Doing things you enjoy- art, journal, dance etc)
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SAs with mental health issues commonly interpret their symptoms as physical illnesses and often seek needed psychological help.
True or false?
False
What percent of college students met the criteria for at least one mental health problem?
How to help someone who is going through mental health issues?
- Reach out to them
- Let them know available resources
- Learn and share correct information about mental health
World Health Organization estimates that almost _______of people suffering from depression worldwide live in South Asia.
1/3
What percentage of college students reported having symptoms of depression and anxiety?
Up to 44%
UTD offers free initial counseling for all students
True or False
True
Which popular Bollywood actress opened up about her own mental health illness? This also led to her establishing the livelaughlove foundation to help others going through mental health issues.