May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, with this year’s theme “Turn Awareness into Action.” The Henry and Stark County Health Department and First Choice Healthcare are urging individuals and communities to actively engage in mental health support. Statistics show 1 in 5 US adults experience mental illness annually, yet fewer than half receive treatment. For youth, only half get help. With stigma and an average 11-year delay to treatment, the call is for outreach and action. Paige Humphrey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, reminds us that mental health is integral to overall well-being, and resources are available locally for those seeking support. First Choice Healthcare continues to support the community through dedicated mental health services, advocating for education, and the reduction of stigma.
Paige Humphrey, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with First Choice Healthcare, notes, “We know that mental health is integral to overall health. People need to care for their mental health so they can respond to the stress of daily life and the challenges it presents. This Mental Health Month, we are encouraging everyone to learn about steps they can take to protect their mental health and balance both mind and body.”
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