• Mental health refers to psychological, emotional, and social well-being. Mental illnesses affect a person’s mood and how they feel, perceive, and behave. 
• Substance use is defined as excessive drug or alcohol consumption that affects mental and physical health. Alcohol in excess can contribute to heart disease, some forms of cancer, risky sexual behavior, and accidents.

• 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year
• 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year
• 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year
• 50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24

 If you are in a crisis you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or click here to find services and resource in your area.