Mental Health/Suicide Awareness Month

Stats

100

Approximately how many deaths occur a year?

740,000

200

Suicide is the third leading cause of death for what age group?

A. 15-29

B. 30-35

C.35-43

A

300

Who is more than likely to successfully complete suicide men or women?

Men

400

What year reached an all time high for suicide? 

2024

with 15 suicides per 100,000

500

In 2023, how many completed suicides involved fire arms?

55%

Men and Mental Health

100

How many men in America are diagnosed with a mental health disorder?

A. 1 in 4

B. 1 in 5

C. 1 in10

B

200

How many men struggling depression in the USA a year?

A. 6 million

B. 15 million

C. 2 million 

A. 6 mil

300

This mental health diagnosis is one of the leading causes of disability a year?

• One of the leading causes of disability in America is schizophrenia. Approximately 3.5 million people in the U.S. have been diagnosed and 90% of those who are diagnosed by age 30 are men. 

400

How many men sought therapy for mental health issues in 2024?

A. 22%

B. 36%

C. 17%

C 17% in contrast to 28% of women

500

This percent of men report daily feelings of depression? 

A. 12%

B. 9%

C. 23%

B

Mental Health in Prison

100

What portion of residents in prison struggle with mental health issues?

A 1/4

B 1/2

C 1/3

C 1/3

200

Which has more mentally ill clientele prisons or state psychiatric hospitals?

Today, the U.S. correctional system has 10 times the number of mentally ill individuals than any state psychiatric hospital (Stringer, 2019).

There are now more seriously, and persistently, mentally ill individuals imprisoned in correctional institutions today than in all U.S. state psychiatric hospitals combined, and the number of state prisoners with mental illnesses of varying degrees and severity is estimated to be around 1.25 million (Nishar, 2020).

300

What percentage of residents may have a personality disorder?

A. 40%

B. 32%

C. 60%

C 60%

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  Broad Personality Disorders: Some studies report high numbers when any type of personality disorder is considered. For instance, one meta-analysis found 65% of male prisoners had a personality disorder, while another suggests that over 60% of incarcerated males are at risk. 

  
  

  
  

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  Specific Disorders:

  • Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD): Studies focusing on ASPD show varying rates. One study reported that nearly one-third of incarcerated men had ASPD, while another found 47% of male prisoners with a personality disorder had ASPD. 
    
    
  • Cluster B Disorders: Research has shown that approximately 29% of incarcerated men had a Cluster B personality disorder. 

  
  

400

What ration of residents had a documented issue of mental health problems prior to incarceration?

A. 2 in 5

B. 2 in 3

C. 1 in 4

A. 2:5

About two in five people who are incarcerated have a history of mental illness (37% in state and federal prisons and 44% held in local jails). This is twice the prevalence of mental illness within the overall adult population. Given these rates, America’s jails and prisons have become de-facto mental health providers, at great cost to the well-being of people with mental health conditions.

500

What percentage of people struggle to receive mental health treatment while in prison?

A. 33%

B. 45%

C. 63%

About three in five people (63%) with a history of mental illness do not receive mental health treatment while incarcerated in state and federal prisons. It is also challenging for people to remain on treatment regimens once incarcerated. In fact, more than 50% of individuals who were taking medication for mental health conditions at admission did not continue to receive their medication once in prison.

Help

100

What is the semi-colon movement ;?

The semicolon movement, spearheaded by the Project Semicolon, is a non-profit initiative dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with mental health issues like depression, suicide, addiction, and self-injury. It uses the semicolon as a symbol of hope, representing a pause in a life's story, not its end, with the phrase "Your story isn't over" serving as its rallying cry. The movement promotes sharing personal stories, engaging in community, and raising awareness to destigmatize mental health challenges through events like World Semicolon Day and a widespread trend of semicolon tattoos.  

200

Where can you call to receive help when in the community?

For immediate help with a mental health crisis or thoughts of self-harm, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or call 911. For general support, contact your county mental health department or use the SAMHSA treatment locator for affordable options. Treatment options include psychotherapy, medication, and community-based services, and self-care activities like exercise and healthy eating can also support recovery.

300

What did the Affordable Care Act mandate in regard to mental health?

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) mandates that all compliant health plans must cover mental health and substance use disorders

400

Although the ACA mandated offering mental health services what percent of insurers do? 

A. 87%

B. 92%

C. 94%

The percentage of insurance offers that actually include these benefits is not directly available; however, 94% of employers have made new investments or strengthened coverage for mental health care, and most private health plans cover behavioral health care

500

Where can I go for mental health services in this area?

San Diego Access and Crisis Line (1-888-724-7240)