IL HR0912

Declares the week of October 7-13, 2018 as Mental Illness Awareness Week in Illinois.

Recognizes that approximately one in five adults experiences mental illness annually, and half of all chronic mental illness begins by age 14.

Notes that adults with serious mental illness die on average 25 years earlier than others, largely due to treatable medical conditions.

Encourages communities throughout Illinois to show support for people affected by mental illness and those advocating for mental health awareness.