Depression and suicide are ranked as a leading cause of death among men (78%), and yet men are still less likely to seek mental health treatment than women.

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concerns in the United States. Telling someone to "Calm down" is NOT helpful, and may only exacerbate someone's symptoms.

Male Depression often goes undiagnosed. Men are more likely to report irritability, fatigue, and loss of interest in work/hobbies rather than feelings of sadness or worthlessness.

Women are far more likely to be diagnosed with BPD than men. In fact, about 75% of people diagnosed with BPD are women; that's a ratio of 3 women to 1 man diagnosed with BPD.

An equal number of men and women develop bipolar illness and it is found in all ages, races, ethnic groups and social classes. The extreme highs and lows of bipolar disorder are vastly different from mood swings or moodiness. People with bipolar disorder experience severe changes in energy, activity and sleep.

Many youth report using substances to "treat" a mental health disorder. In the adolescent brain, pathways between regions are still developing, continued substance use can alter brain development.

Negative attitudes and beliefs towards people who live with mental health conditions is pervasive within the U.S. and can be particularly strong within the Black community. One study showed that 63% of Black people believe that a mental health condition is a sign of personal weakness (NAMI).

1 in 5 Adults report that they are living with a mental health disorder. Downplaying someone's illness or telling them to "get over it", can make someone feel worst, even helpless.