It is an unfortunate but undeniable fact that the United States is facing a serious mental health crisis.u00a0 According to CNN, 90% of adults believe that we are in a state of crisis, with specific groups being among the most at risk. u00a0This includes teenagers, minorities, and veterans, just to name a few.u00a0
The State of Rhode Island is experiencing this crisis at a rate comparable to that of the nation. u00a0The confluence of many factors: u00a0the Covid pandemic, toxic social media, political stressors, and isolation brought about from work-from-home have combined to create an atmosphere in society ripe for mental illness.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.u00a0 WPRO is committing to spend the month doing a deep dive into all facets of mental health issues.u00a0 Throughout the month, WPRO hosts will address the topic from a different point of view in an in-depth manner.u00a0 They will address the stigma and the solutions; they will talk to experts and those who are suffering.u00a0 The hope is that we can work together to begin a journey to mitigate the impact of mental illness in our community.
About Our Sponsor:
The mission of NAMI Rhode Island is to educate the public about mental illness; to offer resources and support to all whose lives are touched by mental illness; to advocate at every level to ensure the rights and dignity of those with mental illness; and to promote research in the science and treatment of mental illness. [Learn More]
NAMI Rhode Island serves residents across the state with free mental health support, online groups, resources and education.
View the links below for more information or call the NAMI Helpline at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) M-F, 10 am u2013 10 pm, ET.
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