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DE SCR42
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
5/16/2019
Primary Sponsor
Stephanie Hansen
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AI Summary
- Designates May 2019 as "Mental Health Awareness Month" in Delaware
- Recognizes that one in five adults experience a mental health problem annually and approximately half of all chronic mental illnesses begin by age 14
- Notes that suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and the 2nd leading cause among young adults, with 90% of suicides linked to underlying mental illness
- Acknowledges that early identification and treatment of mental health conditions improves outcomes and that public education can help reduce stigma surrounding mental illness
- Recognizes advocacy organizations like the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Delaware (NAMI Delaware) for their work in raising awareness and reducing stigma associated with brain health diseases
Legislative Description
Proclaiming The Month Of May 2019 As Mental Health Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
6/12/2019
Full Bill Text
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