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I am 1 in a Million
Most people keep mental disorders like Major Depression, PTSD, and Social Phobia a secret, because they fear being—
• Rejected by family & friends
• Harassed
• Fired or not hired
• Denied child custody
So far, attempts to end this discrimination and fear have been led by a few strong individuals. But strength also comes in numbers. Every year, 50 million U.S. adults have a mental disorder—if just one out of every 50 admits this, without shame or embarrassment—
• Others will learn that mental disorders don’t come from personal weakness, and don’t make people violent or unpredictable.
• More people will feel comfortable seeking treatment. Two thirds of people who need treatment don’t ask for it.
• We will help each other stand up to discrimination.
So, if you have a mental disorder or illness—
Join anonymously. Wait for 999,999 others. Come out together, one million strong.
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Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, Common Factors, Emotional Health, General Psychology, Lifestyle, Mental Health Promotion
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The Child Abuse Survivor Monument
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The Violent Death Bereavement Society
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Workplace Violence 911
The Institute serves as a center for research, consulting, training, and communication. Its mission is to educate employers, unions and employees about the growing threat of violence in the workplace and how to effectively deal with it.
Being prepared is your best defense.
