According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), 18-25 year olds have the highest prevalence of serious mental illness in the United States. Women are also more likely to have prevalence of a serious mental illness. The NIMH defines serious mental illness by four criteria,
- A mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder (excluding developmental and substance use disorders)
- Diagnosable currently or within the past year
- Of sufficient duration to meet diagnostic criteria specified within the 4th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV)
- Resulting in serious functional impairment, which substantially interferes with or limits one or more major life activities
The Brown Bag held on September 27th is titled Dimensions of Mental Health on College Campuses: Gender, Race, Religion, and Access to Treatment. This brown bag will be held by the Active Minds group on campus. This group seeks to educate fellow students about mental health issues and serves as a resource for those who want or need it. Rather than the focusing on the physical health issues on campus (sex, drugs, and rock ‘n roll), Active Minds draws light to other issues not commonly talked about on college campuses. Come with an open mind and be ready to better understand mental issues that affect all of our lives.
http://www.activeminds.org/index.php
By: Michelle Van Veen
By: Michelle Van Veen
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