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How big is the problem in mental health?

--> 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year
--> 1 in 25 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year
--> 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year
--> Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-34   
-->300 million people globally suffer from depression / anxiety annually according to the WHO
--> Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide

Stigma, shame, fear, etc. have kept people quiet about their suffering for a long time when it comes to addiction and mental health.  In recent years, celebrities, politicians, business leaders, and many others have started talking about their struggles openly.  The increasing amount of openness has led to mass stigma reduction and a willingness to not only talk, or seek help, but to build solutions around a very personal problem set.