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MI HR0410

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

9/17/2014

Primary Sponsor

Jon Switalski

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares September 15-19, 2014, as Mental Health No Stigma Week in Michigan
  • Approximately 1 in 4 adults (61.5 million) in the United States experiences mental illness annually, with nearly two-thirds not seeking treatment
  • Stigma causes harmful effects including treatment avoidance, family rejection, employment discrimination, housing difficulties, and physical harassment
  • Approximately 20 percent of youth ages 13-18 experience severe mental disorders in a given year
  • Public education campaigns can improve awareness of mental health needs and reduce stigma and discrimination

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare September 15-19, 2014, as Mental Health No Stigma Week in the state of Michigan.

Mental Health No Stigma Week

Last Action

Adopted

9/17/2014

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