Nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental illness each year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, yet so many suffer in silence.
- A new mom may feel anxious, exhausted, or even depressed but does not ask for help because she’s afraid of being judged as a bad parent.
- An athlete with a sports injury that causes a variety of issues including migraines, anxiety and depression. Afraid to let others know in fear of showing weakness and harming the team.
- Someone leaving a long-term, abusive marriage with no resources, experiencing panic attacks for the first time, zero trust for people, and a new C-PTSD diagnosis in hand.
- A parent loving a child who is mentally struggling and navigating powerful emotions, while constantly questioning what is normal childhood behaviors or a concern for their well-being. A huge fear for a parent would be missing critical signs that a more deep mental health issue is going on and you could have helped sooner.
- And oftentimes, no clear reasons exist. Mental illness doesn’t always look the way people expect. It can hide behind achievements, routines, and carefully rehearsed conversations.
Mental illness affects how people think, feel, and live their daily lives. Struggling in silence is not a sign of strength. True strength is reaching out, being heard, and getting support. Without support, mental health challenges can impact relationships, careers, and overall well-being.
That's why we are raising funds to support Mental Health America, a non-profit organization dedicated to education, advocacy, research, and support services. Your contribution will help expand access to education, screenings, and resources for individuals and families who need it most.
This GoFundMe is more than a fundraiser, it’s a lifeline. It’s about choosing hope. Choosing help. Choosing to believe that healing is possible, even in the darkest moments.
If you’re able to donate, you’re helping support someone's access to treatment, therapy sessions, and the time needed to heal. If you can’t donate, sharing this message means just as much.
Your support can change a life. By giving to Mental Health America, you are helping break the stigmas and making it easier for someone, somewhere to finally ask for help.
Learn more: https://www.mhanational.org/
Mental Health Crisis Hotline: 1-800-762-0157
Sources
National Institute of Mental Health. Mental Illness. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/mental-illness
Organizer
Mental Health America
Beneficiary