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[ [link removed] ]Welch for Vermont
Hi Friend,
As we reach the end of the month, I’m reflecting on May being Mental
Health Awareness Month. It’s a time for us to raise awareness around
mental health and combat the lingering stigma that still surrounds it.
More than one in five people in the U.S. live with mental illness. That
means tens of millions of people struggle with their mental health. But
even though it’s incredibly common, there’s still a stigma surrounding the
issue.
Think of it this way: If you fall down and break your arm, the natural
decision is to go to the doctor or the emergency room. But for folks
struggling with their mental health or having a mental health crisis,
there’s still stigma surrounding seeing a mental health provider.
Too many people are suffering in silence. It’s on all of us to break the
stigma. Checking in with your friends and family can make a world of
difference, and that can start with a simple conversation.
I’m taking stock of my own mental health and the mental health of my loved
ones. I hope all of you can too.
Take care of yourself,
Peter Welch
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