What Is Mental Illness?

Mental illnesses are disorders of brain function. They have many

causes and results from complex interactions between a persons genes
and their environment.
Surprising Statistics
Mental illness is all around the world, even at the same rates.
1 in 5 teens has a mental illness. Which makes up around
20% of the overall population.
Only 4% of the total health care budget is spent on mental
health, yet so much youth is effected by a mental illness.
Shouldnt there be more funds?
Common Mental Illnesses among teens

Depression
Bulimia Nervosa
Anorexia Nervosa
ADHD
Anxiety
Friends & Family

A strong support network is important for all individuals involved.

The stresses and strains will impact your family similar to any other
disease or illness and should be treated the same, with love and
unconditional support. Too often, friends are the forgotten support
mechanisms for those with a mental illness. If a friend has a mental
illness, try to be understanding of what theyre going though.

Help
Mental illnesses do not have to be fought alone. There are many
recourses to help. Here are some helpful resources that can be used that
are located locally and offer counselling services.
Cory House 581 North Schuermann Road, Bay City MI
48708
Saginaw County Mental Community Health Authority 500
Hancock Street, Saginaw MI 48602. 24 Hour Hotline
(989)792-9732
Counseling services are a great tool to be used, but it is always
good to have a health care professionals help. Contact your doctor and
find other clinical resources that are available as well.