May is Mental Health Awareness Month !

Mental Health Awareness Month is a time that is dedicated to raising awareness around the stigma towards mental health. Mental illness affects millions of people across the United States. 1 in 5 adults and 1 in 6 youth experience mental illness each year. It is estimated that only 45% of adults and 51% of children with a mental illness will actually receive treatment, which is why it is so important to spread awareness about mental health!

Help Raise Awareness and Walk for a Cause!

The Woodbridge Health Department will be hosting a flag raising and walk dedicated to mental health and wellbeing. This will take place at Town Hall & is open to the public. There will be many mental health resources and vendors there, and we look forward to seeing you!

Health & Mental Wellbeing

The World Health Organization (WHO), states that health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease. Mental health is more than just the absence of mental disorders or disabilities.

Steps you can follow to take care of your mental health & well-being are:

1. Talk to somebody you trust & connect with other people

2. Engage in physical activity

3. Stay away from harmful substances

4.Learn new skills

5. Pay attention to the present moment- be mindful