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Mental illness affects every ethnic, racial, economic, religious and age group. Roughly one in every four adults will experience a diagnosable mental disorder during their lifetime. Nearly one out of every five children will experience emotional or behavioral difficulty. In Sacramento County, it is estimated that nearly 355,000 residents are living with a mental illness. Mental illness is treatable, and recovery is possible when education, family, peer and community supports are available and used. However, many never seek help or treatment because of the stigma, discrimination or shame they experience. The result is unnecessary pain and sadness for the person with the mental illness, their family, friends and the community as a whole. The Mental Illness:
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initiated by Sacramento County Department of Health and Human Services/ Division of Behavioral Health Services (DHHS/DBHS) to:
Reduce stigma and discrimination Promote mental health and wellness Inspire hope for people and families living with mental illness
We want to change minds, attitudes and outcomes. As you read on, you may find that mental illness is not always what you think.
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Project made possible by voter approved Proposition 63, the Mental Health Services Act.
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A mental illness causes mild to severe disturbances in thinking, perception, mood and/or behavior. These disturbances can affect a person's ability to cope with life's demands and routines. However, with education, support and treatment, people canand dorecover and live fulfilling lives. Studies indicate that the earlier a mental illness is identified and treated, the better the chances are for full recovery. Common mental illnesses include:
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Abraham Lincoln lived with severe depression and Winston Churchill lived with bipolar disorder.
Countless successful actors, writers, musicians and artists have lived with mental illness, including: Catherine Zeta Jones, Carrie Fisher, Margot Kidder and Ludwig van Beethoven.
Adjustment disorders Panic disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Depressive disorder Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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News broadcasters Jane Pauley and Mike Wallace have publicly documented their bipolar disorder and clinical depression.
FACT: Like heart disease or diabetes, research shows that mental illness is often a medical condition that calls for proper treatment, support and education. FACT: Two-thirds of people with a diagnosable mental illness never seek professional help. Many do not know where to go, don't realize their condition is treatable or fear discrimination. FACT: Self-stigma prevents up to 60% of those with mental illness from seeking treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people who suffer from chronic, untreated depression may die up to 25 years earlier than someone in the general population. FACT: Roughly 50% of those with severe mental illness are also affected by substance abuse. Living with both disorders significantly increases stigma and discrimination often resulting in social isolation. FACT: People often associate mental illness with danger or violence. The fact is that someone with a mental illness is no more likely to be violent than someone in the general population and is actually three times more likely to become a victim of violence.
Olympian gold medalist Michael Phelps frequently discusses his Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder. Other famous athletes with mental illness include Golden Glove winner Jimmy Piersall, baseball players Dontrelle Willis and Zack Greinke and former football greats Lionel Aldridge, Herschel Walker and Greg Montgomery.
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The Real Threat: Stigma and Discrimination

Stigma is the rejection, avoidance or fear people direct toward those they perceive as being "different." Stigma becomes discrimination when it deprives people of their civil rights, access to fair housing, employment opportunities, education and full participation in life. According to a landmark 1999 United States Surgeon General report, stigma is "the most
formidable obstacle to future progress in the arena of mental illness and health." Stigma comes from other people, from institutions and even from selfimposed shame. Individually, each source of stigma represents a major barrier. Collectively, they can be profoundly damaging and difficult to overcome. Stigma can shatter hopes of recovery and social inclusion, leaving the person feeling devastated and isolated. Nearly half of the adults in a national survey said they were unwilling to socialize with, work with, or live near someone with a mental illness. People living with mental illness often say the stigma and discrimination associated with their illness can be worse than the mental illness itself. The truth is, numerous people living with mental illness go about their everyday lives and successfully fulfill their roles at work, home and in their community. Unless self-disclosed, no one would know that a neighbor, co-worker, supervisor or chief executive officer has a diagnosable mental illness.
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Mental illness does not discriminate. But sometimes people do. Stigma and discrimination against those living with mental illness is widespread and reaches into schools and institutions of learning, employment, housing, health care and media. It causes shame, prejudice and hopelessness and inhibits over half of those living with mental illness from seeking treatment. This creates serious personal and societal consequences. When shame is removed from the equation, people with mental illness will more readily seek treatment, achieve recovery and engage in meaningful activities. Stigma is the largest obstacle to recovery, treatment and societal acceptance for people living with mental illness. Stigma and discrimination was a major theme during Sacramento County's Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) community planning process from 2005http://www.stopstigmasacramento.org/stop-stigma/ (1 of 3) [5/26/2013 10:31:07 AM]
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2011. Continuing the efforts of the MHSA initiative, the Sacramento County Division of Behavioral Health Services (DBHS) initiated a multimedia, mental health promotion and stigma and discrimination reduction project. The goal is to fundamentally change negative attitudes and perceptions about mental illness and demonstrate that people living with mental illness are everyday people leading meaningful lives. The anti-stigma and discrimination project ultimately seeks to eliminate the barriers to achieving full inclusion in society and increase access to mental health resources to support individuals and families. All of us can make a difference by making a commitment to end stigma and discrimination.
have publicly documented their bipolar disorder and clinical depression.
Olympian gold medalist Michael Phelps frequently discusses his Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder. Other famous athletes with mental illness include Golden Glove winner Jimmy Piersall, baseball players Dontrelle Willis and Zack Greinke and former football greats Lionel Aldridge, Herschel Walker
8 Things you can do to stop stigma and discrimination

1. Make a pledge. Refuse to perpetuate or tolerate stigma and commit to changing your language and attitude about people living with mental illness. Using words like "crazy" or "insane" to describe someone living with mental illness is hurtful. Commit to removing this type of language and other labels from your life. 2. Take a stand. Ask others to stop promoting stigma and using hurtful language. Keep in mind the best way to stop others from promoting stigma is to educate them about mental health and to let them know how their words and actions hurt others. 3. Educate yourself. Learn about mental health issues and the devastating effects of stigma. Ask someone who has openly shared about their mental health issues what their experience is like. Knowledge is a powerful tool for dispelling myths and stereotypes. Share your knowledge. 4. Be an ally. Think of a friend or family member you have been concerned about. Call them to see how they are feeling. If someone
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you know exhibits sudden changes in behavior or is experiencing suicidal thoughts, reach out to them and make every effort to ensure that they get help. 5. Know your rights. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it illegal to discriminate against people with physical or psychiatric disabilities in employment, transportation, communication, or recreation. The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status, or disability. 6. Be fearless. Begin a discussion with friends or family about a mental health topic, even if it doesn't apply to you. "What causes someone to feel suicidal?" or "What do you think children feel when their parents divorce?" are examples. 7. End the silence. If you have been feeling down, stressed, or anxious, call or meet with a trusted friend or family member and tell them how you are feeling. Remember that when you speak about your experience with mental illness, you give others permission to share their experiences. Click here to read inspiring personal stories from local residents, or submit your own personal story. 8. Use your voice. Join a speakers bureau or support group. Being open about mental illness can reduce stigma and raise awareness.
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There are countless stories of hope and recovery to be told about everyday people living with mental illness. Thousands of people live successfully with mental illness every day a teacher who is a busy mom with three kids and living with bipolar disorder or the veteran who is a son and brother who is living with posttraumatic stress disorder. To view a collection of stories from people in our community who are living with mental illness, please see the stories below, or visit our YouTube page here. We invite you to read and watch their stories of hope, recovery and resiliency. If you would like to share your story please visit the "Share Your Story" section of the website.
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Andrea Crook
My journey with mental illness began when I was 24 and living in Los Angeles as a hair and makeup artist. Read More
Stacy Gannon
I was diagnosed Hopeless in 2005. At least that's how I heard Bipolar I with psychotic features. Read More
Patrick Ma
My life was a mess. I suffered through depression and was in denial for a long time. Read More
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2-1-1 Sacramento is a free information and referral service for the community. Just call 2-1-1 (or 916-498-1000) or TTY 916-446-1434. An InfoLine referral specialist will take your call and choose from over 2,400 nonprofit and public programs to recommend ones best suited to help. Calls are always confidential. Sacramento County Division of Behavioral Health Services provides mental health services for adults and children at facilities throughout the county. Services vary according to age and individual needs, and may include:
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Sacramento County Division of Behavioral Health Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Sacramento National Alliance on Mental Illness Sacramento Consumers Self Help
Assisted access to underserved populations, including outreach Evaluation and assessment Brief therapy and counseling for individuals, family and groups Peer and family member support
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Crisis residential Case management Medication evaluation and support Hospitalization
To learn more about mental health information and resources, visit the following websites:
National Resources
National Institute of Mental Health National Alliance on Mental Illness Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Consumer Resources
Wellness Recovery Action Plan National Empowerment Center Sacramento County Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration/ Consumer/Survivor
Ethnic / Cultural Resources
National Center for Cultural Competence: Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development Mental Health: Culture, Race and Ethnicity | A Supplement to Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General National Network to Eliminate Disparities in Behavioral Health California Mental Health Services Act Prevention and Early Intervention Clearinghouse: Culture Matters
Online Prevention Resources
How to Report Suicidal Users on Facebook

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Congratulations to students from Mr. Rowland's class at Arden Middle School for winning the "Mental Illness: It's not always what you think" Youth PSA Contest! View the winning PSA here! Thank you to everyone who participated and helped to reduce stigma and discrimination in our community! The winning video will run on Sacramento broadcast stations as an advertisement in May, including during these shows on the below dates:
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May 2: Glee (9 p.m. 10 p.m.) on FOX May 6: Rihanna 777 ( 8 p.m. 9 p.m.) on FOX May 16: Bang Theory (7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.) on CBS May 21: Dancing with the Stars ( 8p.m. 10 p.m.) on ABC May 27: The Bachelorette (8 p.m. 10 p.m.) on ABC
The video will also run at various times in May during these shows:
Dr. Oz (NBC) Dr. Phil & Entertainment Tonight (CBS) TMZ (FOX) Ellen, Jimmy Kimmel (ABC)

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El proyecto Enfermedades Mentales

Las enfermedades mentales afectan a todos los grupos tnicos, raciales, econmicos y religiosos, y a personas de todas las edades. Aproximadamente uno de cada cuatro adultos ser diagnosticado con una enfermedad mental durante su vida. Aproximadamente uno de cinco nios experimentar problemas emocionales o de conducta. Se calcula que en el Condado de Sacramento unas 355,000 personas viven con una enfermedad mental. Las enfermedades mentales son tratables y la recuperacin es posible cuando la educacin, el apoyo de la familia, los compaeros y los apoyos comunitarios disponibles son usados. Sin embargo debido al estigma, la discriminacin o la vergenza que enfrentan muchas personas no buscan ayuda o tratamiento. Como resultado de ello, la persona con la enfermedad mental sufre, siente dolor y tristeza innecesariamente, asi como sus familiares, amigos y la comunidad en general. El proyecto Enfermedades Mentales: No siempre es lo que usted piensa, fue iniciado por el Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos/ Divisin de Servicios de Salud
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Reducir el estigma y la discriminacin Promover la salud mental y el bienestar Dar esperanza a personas y familias que viven con enfermedades mentales
El proyecto se propone terminar con el estigma. Queremos cambiar mentalidades, actitudes y resultados. Al leer estos materiales comprobar que la enfermedad mental no siempre es lo que usted piensa. Los residentes del Condado de Sacramento pueden llamar al (211 o 916-498-1000, o al TYY 916-446-1434), el cul es un servicio de informacin y canalizacin gratuito y confidencial a la comunidad. Un especialista en canalizaciones del InfoLine contestar su llamada y elegir de entre 2,400 programas sin fines de lucro y pblicos para referirlo a los programas que crea le puedan ayudar mejor a cada individuo. Las llamadas siempre son confidenciales y hay intrpretes disponibles. El proyecto contra el estigma y la discriminacin ha producido materiales en diferentes idiomas y los ha exhibido en todo el Condado para motivar a las personas a hablar acerca de la senfermedades mentales, para promover historias positivas y exitosas y para educar a la gente acerca de la verdad sobre las enfermedades mentales. Lo invitamos a que hagan un "clic" en los siguientes ejemplos que aparecen a continuacin para que copie la informacin y la comparta con otros.
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There are countless stories of hope and recovery to be told about everyday people living with mental illness. Thousands of people live successfully with mental illness every day a teacher who is a busy mom with three kids and living with bipolar disorder or the veteran who is a son and brother who is living with posttraumatic stress disorder. To view a collection of stories from people in our community who are living with mental illness, please see the stories below, or visit our YouTube page here. We invite you to read and watch their stories of hope, recovery and resiliency. If you would like to share your story please visit the "Share Your
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Andrea Crook
My journey with mental illness began when I was 24 and living in Los Angeles as a hair and makeup artist. Read More
Stacy Gannon
I was diagnosed Hopeless in 2005. At least thats how I heard Bipolar I with psychotic features. Read More
Patrick Ma
My life was a mess. I suffered through depression and was in denial for a long time. Read More

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Carter Honored as Mental Health Champion by Sacramento County (UC Davis Health Systems 9/13/12) County to Honor Local Mental Health Champions During Mental Health Board Meeting (Sacramento Examiner 9/5/12)
Mental Health Champion Makes A Difference (Sacramento State News 9/5/12) Sacramento County's "Mental Illness: It's not always what you think" art display (Sacramento Examiner 6/5/12) Second Saturday Art Display Inspires Hope, Dispels Myths For Those Living With Mental Illness (Girls on the Grid 5/11/12) The Importance of Family in Recovery! God Only Knows what we all would do without support!
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County Aims to Stop Mental Health Stigma (HealthyCal.org - 4/17/12) National Everyday Matters Day stopping the mental health stigma (Examiner 4/16/12) Common Ground: Ending Mental Illness Stigma (KCRA 3/20/12) Erasing the Stigma of Mental Illness: Jane Ann LeBlanc/Sac County Health Dept. (Fox 40 News 1/25/12) Combating the stigma of mental illness (Sacramento News & Review 2/2/12) Sacramento County Starts Mental Health Campaign (California Healthline 1/24/12) Curbing Stigma of Mental Illness (Capital Public Radio 1/23/12) New Mental Health Program (KCRA 3 1/21/12) New Campaign Hopes to Help Mentally Ill Get Treatment (Capital Public Radio 1/20/12) Reducing stigma and discrimination associated with mental health in Sacramento (Examiner 1/19/12)
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A broad coalition of people have signed on to share anti-stigma program information with their communities and share stories that promote positive attitudes, dispel stereotypes and model hope, wellness and recovery. This includes individuals living in recovery, family members, advocates, healthcare providers, business leaders, educators, ethnic groups, and community and faith-based organizations. The list of partners continues to grow and we'd like to recognize them here.
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AARP African American Mental Health Providers American River College Health Center Another Choice, Another Chance Antioch Progressive Church Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High School
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Asian Community Center Asian Pacific Community Counseling Asian Resources, Inc. Assemblymember Roger Dickinson Big Brothers Big Sisters Bread of Life Center Breaking Barriers California Association of Black Social Workers - Sacramento Chapter California Rural Indian Health Board, Inc. Capitol Community Health Network CARES (Center for AIDS Research, Education, & Services) Catholic Social Service of Sacramento Chinese Community Church Children's Receiving Home of Sacramento City of Rancho Cordova City of Sacramento Consumers Self Help Center Cosumnes River College Councilmember Bonnie Pannell (City of Sacramento, District 8) Councilmember Rob Fong (City of Sacramento, District 4) Crestwood Behavioral Health Cross Creek Counseling Crossroads El Hogar Elk Grove City Council Member Gary Davis Elk Grove Unified School District EMQ FamiliesFirst First 5 Sacramento Gender Health Center G.O.A.L.S for Women Golden Rule Services

Health Education Council - Latino Campaign Health For All Hispanic Chamber of Commerce House of Hope Resource Center Human Resources Consultants, Inc. Inter-Tribal Council of California La Familia Counseling Center Language Academy of Sacramento LGBTQ Youth Collaborative (Mental Health America of Northern California ) Loaves and Fishes - Genesis Mental Health MAAP, Inc. Mental Health America of Northern California Mental Health Association in California Mexican Consulate (Health Education Council/Ventanilla de Salud Program) MKS Consulting My Sister's House NAMI California NAMI Sacramento Sacramento County Office of the Public Defender Office of Statewide Health Planning & Development: Health Workforce Development Division
Opening Doors Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Outword Magazine Paradise Oaks Youth Services P.E.E.C.E Keepers, Inc. River Oak Center for Children Sacramento Children's Home Sacramento City College Sacramento City Unified School District Sacramento County - Supervisor Phil Serna
Sacramento County - Supervisor Susan Peters Sacramento County - Supervisor Don Nottoli Sacramento County Office of Education Sacramento Japanese United Methodist Church Sacramento Latino Medical Association Sacramento Native American Health Center Sacramento Police Department Sacramento State University - Professor Lee Sacramento State - Student Health and Counseling Services Sacramento Steps Forward San Juan Unified School District Senior Gleaners Inc Senator Darrell Steinberg Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA) Sierra Forever Families Sierra Health Foundation Sierra Vista Hospital Slavic Assistance Center Southeast Asian Assistance Center Stanford Youth Solutions Sutter Center for Psychiatry Telecare - SOAR Terkensha Associates Terra Nova Counseling The California Medical Association Foundation's NEPO Project The Effort The Links, Inc. The Sacramento Observer The Salvation Army Transitional Living & Community Support (TLCS) Turning Point Community Programs
UC Davis CAARE Center UC Davis Health System Center for Reducing Health Disparities United Advocates for Children and Families WEAVE Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) Yav Pem Suab Academy
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Stopping Stigma in our community will take the voices of many. If you are living with a mental illness, have a friend or loved one living with a mental illness, or want to support our efforts, join the Stop Stigma Sacramento Speakers Bureau and:
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Share your personal story about living with mental illness Promote positive attitudes about living with mental illness Share messages of wellness, hope and recovery
Public speaking experience is not necessary. An orientation and training will be provided for all new Speakers Bureau participants. Click here for the Speakers Bureau application form and follow the submission directions on the bottom of the application. New speaker orientation and training sessions are held 2-3 times yearly. A member of the Stop Stigma Sacramento team will contact you with more information after your application is received.
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Andrea Crooks Personal Story My journey with mental illness began when I was 24 and living in Los Angeles as a hair and makeup artist. Before that, everything was great I had a beautiful place to live, many friends and a terrific job. Suddenly, I started feeling paranoid and began having audio hallucinations. When I revealed my delusions to my mom she came straight to L.A. to bring me home. As we drove to Sacramento, I tried to jump out of the car. Thankfully my brother was there to restrain me until my mom could get help. I was hospitalized with bi-polar disorder and refused medication. Then my grandfather called to tell me that after WWII he was hospitalized for over a year with schizophrenia. My grandfather got his PhD in chemistry and taught college for 30 years. His success story gave me hope that if he could do it so could I. My road to recovery wasnt easy. I lost my job, my home and many friends. I slept nearly all day for almost two years. Through family support and an amazing doctor, I began to recover. I discovered the WRAP program (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) which helps keep you in control and healthy. I also started volunteering in mental health. Today, my bipolar disorder is in remission, I serve as a consumer advocate liaison for Mental Health America of Northern California, I am married and just had a baby. I want people to know that recovery is possible and that they are not alone. There are resources out there and help is just a phone call away.
Stacy Gannons Personal Story I was diagnosed Hopeless in 2005. At least thats how I heard Bipolar I with psychotic features. In other words: you are crazy and will never live a normal life again. I was one quarter scheduled away from graduating from UC Davis with a degree in Sociology, an emphasis in social services and a minor in French. I had been on the Deans List every quarter. My Sociology Department Honors certificate had already been printed. What was that all worth? I thought. Maybe Id only imagined I was smart. And for the next few years my existence was hopeless indeedminor and major suicide attempts, drug and alcohol abuse and countless mutually-vindictive relationships. Every moment felt like an eternal hell. A case manager finally penetrated my anger one day when she said: Either the drugs or this abusive boyfriend is going to kill you. Im sure your dad would pay for a month of rehab in southern California. You should go. I suddenly realized that what she said was true: I was going to die like this. And without much more consideration, I was in my little Toyota Yaris the next day with my few remaining belongings stuffed in the trunk. I ended up staying in that program for 90 days and was introduced to sobriety. With that battle having only just begun, I knew I had another progressive illness to address as well. Even though there are some people whose mental illness diminishes with complete surrender to their alcoholism, my symptoms of Bipolar disorder remain just as severe. My determined self-awareness here was a beneficial recovery tool. Once I had made up my mind to live again by making decisions to care for myself, the process has been slow but profound. My recovery has been a journey of personal discoveries, which does not mean without struggle. But I did finally find some hope along the way. In fact, it was in 2009 just after the birth of my first son that I was taking a course at Long Beach State University in an attempt to finish my Bachelors degree. The class was called Sociology of Mental Health. I felt as though I no longer fit in the classroom setting and that my personal experience far outweighed the information outlined on my course syllabus. I shared these sentiments with the professor who was also a patients rights advocate. She offered me some information about the emergence of the peer recovery movement and the employment of consumers in Californias mental health system. You mean other people are aware that they can recover from a mental illness? I wondered. It was unimaginable to me. Only months prior, I had gotten a job interview at an inpatient locked facility to be a psychiatric technician and secretly hid my disability in hopes of inspiring consumers once I had gotten access. I never got that job. With a newfound drive after having learned of the peer recovery model, I was selected for a Peer Advocate Certificate Training by Mental Health America of Los Angeles out of 450 applicants. This was the beginning of my eventual employment as a Peer Partner for Mental Health America of Northern California. And there is no way I could have planned it so perfectly: to be supporting people in similar life events as my own, in the very places that I was hospitalized when my life was seemingly in ruins. I have come full circle. Its through the tragic circumstances of my past that now bring my life meaning and a harmonious inner peace.
Patrick Mas Personal Story My life was a mess. I suffered through depression and was in denial for a long time. It all started with my mom abandoning me when I was one month old. This led to me being raised by my drunken dad who hit me almost every day. Do I suffer PTSD, too, you ask? Just wait for the whole story to be revealed, and then you can tell me. My dad never took care of me. All he did was abuse me. I endured his abuse until I was 13. They say sudden changes can affect ones psychological health. And it happened to me, many times. After 15 years apart, my mom showed up. And even better, she offered to take me to America for a better future. So I left everything I was familiar with and moved to a strange country with strange people who speak a strange language. Culture shock- thats what my teacher used to explain my feelings to me. The language barrier and the obstacles that I faced daily made me feel frustrated, powerless and I just wanted to scream from the top of my lungs. Things got better for me after a couple months living in the United States. I learned to adapt. Then my mom kicked me out. I was a perfectly good boy, as good as any 17 year old kid who doesnt do any drugs, nor drinks, nor has unprotected sex and maintains a 4.0 in school can be. But I am gay, and that erases everything else that is good about me to my mom. I attempted suicide. It was not the first time I tried since I did once when I was still in Viet Nam with my alcoholic dad. But this time I had completely given up. I didnt even feel the slightest chance of hope. I survived, but those suicidal thoughts kept coming back, haunting me. And I met my first partner. He helped me get on my feet, keep going to school and strive to get a more decent job. I was happy, until he stopped trying to be Prince Charming and cheated on me. I was going to school full time, majoring in Nursing and working part time. I was taking care of two puppies because my partner traveled for work. All the new pressure combined with old wounds spiraled and made my head want to explode. I couldnt breathe. I felt like I was going to die, or wanting to die, again. The only difference was this time I didnt just suppress everything and pretend to be fine. I couldnt do it anymore. Lucky for me, I have a good support system. My professors love me and I have an excellent adopted mom. They convinced me to get help. The emotions I feel, but cant control, can be remedied. I fought with them to not do it. I didnt want to be weak. I thought that mental health services and drugs were for crazy people, for anybody, but me. I thought that if I took Zoloft, I would become one of them, those who cant handle stress in their life. I was wrong. The drug only helped me to stabilize my brain chemicals; I had to do the rest on my own. With support from my adopted mom, I learned how to handle my stress better and I have a safety plan for crisis, instead of turning to suicidal thoughts whenever life gets tough. I am now going to school full time to become a Physician Assistant while working part time as a Youth Advocate. I learned to use my past struggles to relate to those in need. I learned how to be strong and accept me for who I am.
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The anti-stigma and discrimination project has produced materials in multiple languages and posted them throughout the county to encourage people to talk about mental illness, promote positive success stories, and educate people about the truth of mental illness. To request any of the materials listed below, please complete and follow the return instructions on a project materials request form. Jump to: English | Espaol | Vit | | Hmoob |
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Carter Honored as Mental Health Champion by Sacramento County (UC Davis Health Systems 9/13/12) County to Honor Local Mental Health Champions During Mental Health Board Meeting (Sacramento Examiner 9/5/12)
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Mental Health Champion Makes A Difference (Sacramento State News 9/5/12) Sacramento County's "Mental Illness: It's not always what you think" art display (Sacramento Examiner 6/5/12)
Second Saturday Art Display Inspires Hope, Dispels Myths For Those Living With Mental Illness (Girls on the Grid 5/11/12) The Importance of Family in Recovery! God Only Knows what we all would do without support!
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(Free Your Mind Project 5/5/12)
County Aims to Stop Mental Health Stigma (HealthyCal.org - 4/17/12) National Everyday Matters Day stopping the mental health stigma (Examiner 4/16/12) Common Ground: Ending Mental Illness Stigma (KCRA 3/20/12) Erasing the Stigma of Mental Illness: Jane Ann LeBlanc/Sac County Health Dept. (Fox 40 News 1/25/12) Combating the stigma of mental illness (Sacramento News & Review 2/2/12) Sacramento County Starts Mental Health Campaign (California Healthline 1/24/12) Curbing Stigma of Mental Illness (Capital Public Radio 1/23/12) New Mental Health Program (KCRA 3 1/21/12) New Campaign Hopes to Help Mentally Ill Get Treatment (Capital Public Radio 1/20/12) Reducing stigma and discrimination associated with mental health in Sacramento (Examiner 1/19/12)
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Univision Interview with Silvina Martinez (Univision 5/11/12) El Condado de Sacramento (D'Primera Mano January 2012) Servicios de salud mental gratuitos en Sacramento (Univision 01/19/12) Entendiendo las enfermedades mentales (Univision 02/29/12) Entendiendo las enfermedades mentales - Parte 2 (Univision 02/29/12)
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Do you know someone whos dedicated to promoting hope and fighting stigma around mental health in Sacramento County? Nominate this person to be a Mental Health Champion now! This recognition honors individuals and organizations in Sacramento County who have made a significant contribution in reducing the stigma experienced by people with mental illness, providing support or treatment to people with mental illnesses, advocacy for issues related to mental health and/or advancing knowledge in the area of mental illness/health research. Selected nominees will be featured in Mental Illness: Its not always what you think project materials and activities, and on the project website. Complete and return the Mental Health Champion Nomination form attached below.
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Mental Health Champions Nomination form If you have any questions, please feel free to send an email to info@stopstigmasacramento.org.
Mental Illness: Its not always what you think Mental Health Champions Hall of Fame
May 2012:
Marilyn Hillerman Frances Freitas Kamila Baker Albert G. Titman, Sr. Susan Jim Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola, M.D., Ph.D. La Familia Counseling Center

July 2012:
Hank Lee Reba Vinson Andrea Crook Hendry Ton, M.D., M.S. The Effort Consumers Self Help Center
September 2012:
Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg Cameron Carter, M.D. Doris Jones, LCSW Susan Taylor, Ph.D. Transitional Living & Community Support, Inc. Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High School
Above: Mental Health Champions at the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on July 24, 2012.
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Below is a calendar of upcoming events and activities in Sacramento County where you can find out more about the Mental Illness: Its not always what you think project. Project materials will be distributed by project partners at these events. At events marked with an asterisk (*), look for our booth to talk directly with project staff. The calendar also includes partner events in the community where you can find additional mental health resources.
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3/16/13 2013 School Readiness Fair*
3/23/13
Wii Celebrate Healthy Families*
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4/4/13
Out of Darkness Walk*
5/4/13
OCA Dragon Boat Festival
5/5/13
Hmong Health Alliance Health Fair*

Olympian gold medalist Michael Phelps frequently discusses his Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder. Other famous athletes with mental illness include Golden Glove winner
5/11/13
Slavic Health Safety and Job Fair
5/18/13
Yarmarka Russian Festival
5/19/13
Pacific Rim Street Fest*
Jimmy Piersall, baseball players Dontrelle Willis and Zack Greinke and former football greats Lionel Aldridge, Herschel Walker and Greg Montgomery.
5/23/13
Consumer Speaks Conference*
2013 School Readiness Fair*

Sacramento City Unified School District Serna Center 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95823 Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: Sacramento City Unified School District
Wii Celebrate Healthy Families*

North Highlands Community Center 6040 Watt Avenue, North Highlands, CA 95660 Saturday, March 23, 2013 from 1-3 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: Sacramento County Dept. of Health & Human Services, Public Health Division
Out of Darkness Walk*

Sacramento State Thursday, April 4, 2013 from 6 8 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention & Active Minds
OCA Dragon Boat Festival

Doubletree Hotel 2001 Point West, Sacramento, CA 95815 Saturday, May 4, 2013 from 5 - 10 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: OCA Sacramento Project materials available at the Crossings TV booth
Hmong Health Alliance Health Fair*

Sacramento State Sunday, May 5, 2013 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: Hmong Health Alliance
Slavic Health Safety and Job Fair

Carmichael Park Saturday, May 11, 2013
Hosted by Slavic Assistance Center
Yarmarka Russian Festival

South Side Park 2115 6th Street near U Street, Downtown Sacramento Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 10 a.m. 8 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: Afisha Russian Media Project materials available at the Crossings TV booth
Pacific Rim Street Fest*

Old Sac & Westfield Downtown Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: Asian Pacific Rim Foundation
Consumer Speaks Conference*

Holiday Inn Sacramento-Capitol Plaza 300 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: Mental Health America of Northern California & Sacramento County, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Behavioral Health Services
International Kids Festival

William Land Park, Amphitheater Area Saturday, May 26, 2013 from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Supported/Hosted by: Russian American Media Project materials available at the Crossings TV booth
basta de estigma y discriminacin

El estigma es el rechazo, el evitar a la gente o sentir miedo por creer que es percibido como una persona diferente. Frecuentemente la gente con enfermedades mentales no busca tratamiento a causa de la verguenza y el estigma. El estigma se convierte en discriminacin cuando le roba a las personas sus derechos civiles, derecho a una vivienda digna, oportunidades de empleo, educacin y plena participacin en la vida. Cuando se elimina el miedo a la discriminacin o el estigma, las personas viviendo con enfermedades mentales se pueden sentir ms cmodas para buscar tratamiento, y por lo tanto tienen ms posibilidades de recuperarse y vivir una vida plena. El proyecto Enfermedades Mentales: No siempre es lo que usted piensa lo inicio la Divisin de Servicios de Salud Conductual del Condado de Sacramento para: Reducir el estigma y la discriminacin Promover la salud mental y el bienestar Dar esperanza a personas y familias que viven con enfermedades mentales
Para obtener mayor informacin sobre el proyecto Enfermedades Mentales: No siempre es lo que usted piensa, o para compartir sus ideas sobre las enfermedades mentales, vistenos en el:
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Este Proyecto ha sido posible debido a la aprobacin de los votantes para la Proposicin 63, del Acta de Servicios de Salud Mental.
Tome nota: En su informe de 1999, el Cirujano General de los Estados Unidos identific el estigma como El principal obstculo para progresar en el futuro en el campo de la salud mental y la salud en general.
Salud Mental: Informe del Cirujano General, 1999
Las Enfermedades Mentales no discriminan. Pero algunas veces la gente s.

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8 cosas que usted puede hacer para eliminar el estigma y la discriminacin

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haga una promesa. No permita perpetuar o tolerar el estigma y compromtase a cambiar el lenguaje y la actitud sobre la gente que vive con enfermedades mentales. Usar palabras como loco o demente para describir a alguien que tiene una enfermedad mental es hiriente. Elimine de su vida este tipo de lenguaje y otras calificativos. asuma una posicin. Pdales a los dems que dejen de promover el estigma y de usar palabras hirientes. La mejor manera de hacer que otros dejen de promover el estigma es educarlos sobre las enfermedades mentales. Hgales saber cmo sus palabras y sus acciones hieren a los dems. EDQUESE A SI MISMO. El conocimiento es una herramienta poderosa para combatir mitos y estereotipos. Informese acerca de las enfermedades mentales y los efectos perjudiciales del estigma. Pregntele a alguien que vive con una enfermedad mental acerca de su experiencia. Comparta con otros lo que aprenda. SEA UN ALIADO. Piense en un amigo o familiar del cul usted est preocupado. Llmelos para ver cmo estn. Si alguien que usted conoce muestra cambios repentinos de conducta o tiene pensamientos de suicidio, acrquese a ellos y haga todo el esfuerzo posible para asegrese de que reciban ayuda.
CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS. El Acta de Estadounidenses con Incapacidades (ADA) considera ilegal que se discrimine en contra de personas con incapacidades fsicas o psiquitricas en los lugares de trabajo, transporte, comunicacin, o recreacin. El Acta de Vivienda prohbe discriminacin en la vivienda debido a la raza, color, nacionalidad de origen, religin, sexo, estado familiar, o incapacidad. NO TENGA MIEDO. No tenga miedo de hablar sobre las enfermedades mentales. Inicie conversaciones sobre el tema con amigos y familiares. Compartir su historia con honestidad puede cambiar lo que la gente piensa sobre las enfermedades mentales. TERMINE CON EL SILENCIO. Si se siente mal, estresado o ansioso, llame o renase con un amigo o un familiar en el cual confia. No deje que el miedo y la vergenza le impidan recibir apoyo. HAGA ESCUCHAR SU VOZ. Ser abierto respecto a las enfermedades mentales puede reducir el estigma y aumentar la concientizacin. Hgase miembro de un grupo para hacer presentaciones pblicas, o nase a un grupo de apoyo.
la verdad sobre las enfermedades mentales

Las enfermedades mentales afectan a cada grupo tnico, racial, econmico, religioso, y a personas de todas las edades. Aproximadamente 1 de cada 4 adultos tendr una enfermedad mental diagnosticable durante su vida. Aproximadamente 1 de cada 5 nios experimentar problemas emocionales o de conducta. Se estima que en el Condado de Sacramento 355,000 residentes viven con una enfermedad mental.
VERDAD: Al igual que las enfermedades del corazn o la diabetes, estudios indican que las enfermedades mentales por lo general son una condicin mdica que requiere de tratamiento apropiado, apoyo y educacin. VERDAD: Dos tercios de las personas que viven con una enfermedad mental nunca buscan ayuda profesional. Muchos no saben a dnde ir, no saben que su enfermedad es tratable o temen ser discriminados. VERDAD: Hasta un 60% de las personas con enfermedades mentales no busca tratamiento debido a problemas del autoestima. VERDAD: Aproximadamente 50% de las personas con enfermedades mentales severas tambin son afectados por el abuso de sustancias qumicas. Vivir con ambas enfermedades aumenta significativamente el estigma, la discriminacin y el aislamiento social.
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basta de estigma y discriminacin

El estigma es el rechazo, el sentimiento de exclusin y el temor que la gente siente hacia aquellos que percibe como distintos. Cuando se elimina el miedo a la discriminacin o el estigma, las personas que viven con enfermedades mentales se pueden sentir ms cmodas para buscar tratamiento, y por lo tanto tienen ms posibilidades de recuperarse y vivir una vida plena. El proyecto Enfermedades Mentales: No Siempre es lo que usted piensa fue iniciado por la Divisin de Servicios Conductuales del Condado de Sacramento para: Reducir el estigma y la discriminacin Promover la salud mental y el bienestar Dar esperanza a personas y familias que viven con enfermedades mentales
3 cosas que usted puede hacer para eliminar el estigma y la discriminacin

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Hagase una promesa. No se permita perpetuar o tolerar el estigma y compromtase a cambiar el lenguaje y la actitud sobre la gente que vive con enfermedades mentales. Usar palabras como loco o demente para describir a alguien que tiene una enfermedad mental es hiriente. Elimine de su vida este tipo de lenguaje y otros calificativos. CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS. El Acta de Estadounidenses con Incapacidadades (ADA) considera ilegal que se discrimine en contra de personas con incapacidades fsicas o psiquitricas en los lugares de trabajo, transporte, comunicacin, o recreacin. El Acta de la Vivienda prohbe discriminacin en la adquisicin de vivienda debido a raza, color, nacionalidad de origen, religin, sexo, estado familiar, o cualquier tipo de incapacidad. HAGA ESCUCHAR SU VOZ. Ser abierto respecto a las enfermedades mentales puede reducir el estigma y aumentar la concientizacin. Hgase miembro de un grupo para hacer presentaciones pblicas o nase a un grupo de apoyo.
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Txoj Kev Saib Tsis Taus yog ib qhov siv tsis tau, tsis xav pom lossis lwm tus neeg ntshai yus vim lawv pom yus txawv lwm tus. Txoj Kev Saib Tsis Tau thiab kev txaj muag yog txoj kev txwv rau cov neeg muaj tus mob tsis kam mus nrhiav kev kho. Kev saib tsis tau nthau ua kev sib cais tsi pub kom lawv muaj kev ua ncaj ncees, kev vaj tse, kev ua haujlwm, kev kawm thiab kev koom tes koom pub ntoob rau neej lub neeg. Txoj kev ntshai uas sib cais lossis kev saib tsis taus yuav tsum muab tshem tawm es sub, cov neeg muaj tus mob puas hlwb no yuav mus nrhiav kws kho mob yam tsis muaj kev nyuaj siab, thiab kom lawv zoo zuj zus thiab muaj kev koom tes ua lawv luj neej kom kawg. Tus Mob Puas Hlwb: Tsis zoo xws li koj txoj kev xav tas mus li yog ib qhov tsim los ntawm Sacramento County Department of health/ Division of Behaviorial Health Services kom: Txo txoj kev ntxub ntxaug thiab saib tsis taus. Txhawb kev kho puas hlwb thiab kev noj qab nyob zoo. Tsim kom muaj kev cia siab rau tib neeg thiab tsev neeg uas nyob nrog kev nyuaj siab puas hlwb.
Yog xav paub txog Tus Mob Puas Hlwb; Tsis Zoo Li Koj Xav lossis piav txog koj txoj kev xav txog tus mob puas hlwb no, mus saib peb ntawm:
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Tus Mob Puas Hlwb: Tsis zoo li koj xav
Tes haujlwm no yog ua los ntawm pej xeem kev xaiv pom zoo rau Txoj Cai 63, uas yog Txoj Cai Pab Cuam Kev Mob Puas Hlwb.
Qiv Los Siv: Nyob rau xyoo 1999 tau tshaj tawm tias, Teb Chaws Meskas tug thawj nom phais neeg hais tias kev saib tsis tau yog qhov txaus ntshai tshaj txog kev kho mus rau yav tom ntej txog phab kev mob hlwb thiab neeg lub cev.
Kev Puas Hlwb:Yog tshab xo los ntawm yawg thawj kws phais neeg Surgeon General, xyoo 1999
Tus Mob Puas Hlwb yuav mob tsis cais neeg. Tabsis qee zaum neeg kuj muaj kev cais neeg.
8 yam uas koj ua tau kom txwv txoj kev ntxub ntxaug thiab cais lus tus
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COG LUS HAIS TIAS. Tsim txhob tsim lossis ub eb txog txoj kev ntxub ntxaug thiab txiav txim siab hloov koj cov lus thiab koj tus cwj pwm cov tib neeg muaj tus kab mob hlwb. Siv cov lus xws li vwm lossis hlwb quaj los piav txog cov neeg muaj tus mob puas hlwb yog ib yam kev mob siab. Tsis txhob siv cov lus no thiab lwm txoj kev uas tis npe phem mus tag koj lub neej. SAWV CEV. Thov kom lwm tus tsis txhob muaj kev ntxub ntxaug thiab siv cov lus mob lwm tus siab. Qhov zoo kev txwv lwm tus neeg kom txhob ntxub ntxaug es qhia kom lawv paub txog tus kab mob hlwb. Qhia kom lawv paub tias lawv cov lus thiab lawv tus cwj pwm ua tau muaj kev mob siab rau lwm tus neeg. QHIA KOJ TUS KHEEJ. Kev paub txog yogi b txoj kev yuav ua kom rhuab tshem cov dab neeg thiab xavtias zoo tib yam. Mus kawm txog tus mob puas hlwb thiab kev ntxub ntxaug saib kev puam tsuaj npaum li cas. Mus nug cov neeg uas muaj tusb mob puas hlwb no saib lawv kev txawj yog zoo lis cas. Tuaj piav qhia txog koj txoj kev kawm kom lwm tus paub thiab. COG PHOOJ YWG. Xav txog ib tus phooj ywg lossis ib tug hauv koj tsej neeg uas koj muaj kev txhawj xeeb txog. Hu xov tooj mus xyuas saib lawv nyob li cas. Yog hais tias muaj cov neeg uas koj paub es cia li hloov cwj pwm txawv lossis muaj kev xav txog yuav txov nws txoj sia, mus cuag lawv thiab ua txhua yam kom lawv nrhiav kev pab.
PAUB tias koj muaj CAI. Tsab cai Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) tsim hais tias yog ib txoj kev yuam cai yog hais tias muaj kev ntxub ntxaug rau cov neeg sav cev txog kev ua haujlwm, tsheb thauj neeg, kev sib txuas lus, lossis kev ua si. Tsab cai Fair Housing Act tsis pub kom muaj kev si cais vim yog lwm haiv neeg,vim txawv nqaij tawv, nyob lub teb chaws twg tuaj, kev ntseeg, poj niam los txiv neej, muaj poj niam los yuav txiv lawm, lossisvim yog neeg sav cev. TSIS TXHOB NTSHAI. Tsis txhob ntshai piav txog koj tus mob. Pib kev sib txuas lus nrog rau cov phooj ywg lossis tsev neeg. Qhia ncaj txog koj tus mob yuav ua rau lwm tus neeg hloov txog lawv txoj kev xav txog tus mob puas hlwb no. TSIS TXHOB CIA LI UA TWJ YWM. Yog hais tias koj tsis muaj siab ua dab tsi, nyuaj siab lossis siab nyob tsis tus, hus xov tooj lossis mus ntsib koj tus phooj ywg uas koj ntseeg siab lossis ib tug hauv koj tsev neeg . Tsis txhob cia kev ntshai lossis kev txaj muag txwv kom tsis muaj kev txhawb nqa. SIV KOJ LUB SUAB. Mus koom nrog cov pawg neeg. Qhib siab dawb paug txog tus mob puas hlwb yuav txo tau kev ntxub ntxaug thiab hais kom lauv to taub.
Yog hais tias xav paub tshaj no ntxiv thiab xav tau kev pab, mus xyuas ntawm:
qhov tseeb txog tus mob puashlwb

Tus Mob Puas Hlwb no raug txhua pawg neeg, txhua haiv neeg, txhua yam haujlwm, txhua txoj kev ntseeg thiab tsis hais muaj pes tsawg xyoo li. Yuav luag muaj li 1 tug ntawm 4 leeg uas yuav tau tus koj mob puas hlwb uas kuaj tau nyob rau hauv lub neej no. Ntawm 5 tug menyuam mas 1 tug yuav muaj kev nyuaj siab thiab coj tus cwj pwm tsis zoo. Hauv lub zej zog Sacramento, kwv yees hais tias muaj li ntawm 355,000 tus pej xeem uas muaj tus mob puas hlwb no.
QHOV TSEEB: Ib yam li mob plawv lossis tshav qab zib, kev tshawb fawb nthuav tawm hais tias tus mob puas hlwb yeej yog kev mob nkeeg uas tsim nyog coj mus kho, muaj kev txhawb nqa thiab mus kawm kom paub ntxiv. QHOV TSEEB: Ob feem peb ntawm cov neeg muaj tus mob puas hlwb no yeej tsis mus nrhiav kev kho mob. Feem coob tsis paub mus nrhiav kev kho qhov twg, tsis paub hais tias yuav muaj kev kho tau lossis ntshai tsam muaj neeg saib tsis taus lawv. QHOV TSEEB: Kev saib tsis taus yus tus kheej txwv li 60% ntawm cov neeg muaj tus mob puas hlwb no txoj kev mus nrhiav kev kho. QHOV TSEEB: Yuav luag muaj li 50% ntawm cov neeg uas muaj tus mob puas hlwb uas mob nyhav heev vim yog siv yeeb siv tshuaj. Ua neej nyob nrog ob yam no yuav ua rau neeg muaj kev ntxub ntxaug, saib tsis taus yus, thiab tsis muaj kev sib raug zoo nrog rau lwm tus.
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stop stigma and discrimination

Stigma is the rejection, avoidance or fear people direct toward those they perceive as being different. When fear of discrimination or stigma is removed, people living with mental illness may feel more comfortable seeking treatment, and thus able to recover and engage more fully in life. The Mental Illness: Its not always what you think project was initiated by Sacramento County, Division of Behavioral Health Services to: Reduce stigma and discrimination Promote mental health and wellness Inspire hope for people and families living with mental illness
3 things you can do to stop stigma and discrimination

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make a pledge. Refuse to perpetuate or tolerate stigma and commit to changing your language and attitude about people living with mental illness. Using words like crazy or insane to describe someone living with mental illness is hurtful. Commit to removing this type of language and other labels from your life. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it illegal to discriminate against people with physical or psychiatric disabilities in employment, transportation, communication, or recreation. The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status, or disability. use your voice. Join a speakers bureau or support group. Being open about mental illness can reduce stigma and raise awareness.
For additional information and resources, go to:
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Calls are always confidential. Interpreters are available.
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Stigma is the rejection, avoidance or fear people direct toward those they perceive as being different. When fear of discrimination or stigma is removed, people living with mental illness may feel more comfortable seeking treatment, and thus able to recover and engage more fully in life. The Mental Illness: Its not always what you think project was initiated by Sacramento County, Division of Behavioral Health Services to: Reduce stigma and discrimination Promote mental health and wellness Inspire hope for people and families living with mental illness

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make a pledge. Refuse to perpetuate or tolerate stigma and commit to changing your language and attitude about people living with mental illness. Using words like crazy or insane to describe someone living with mental illness is hurtful. Commit to removing this type of language and other labels from your life. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it illegal to discriminate against people with physical or psychiatric disabilities in employment, transportation, communication, or recreation. The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status, or disability. use your voice. Join a speakers bureau or support group. Being open about mental illness can reduce stigma and raise awareness.
Call 2-1-1 (or TTY (916) 446-1434)
In a 1999 report, the United States Surgeon General identified stigma as the most formidable obstacle to future progress in the arena of mental illness and health.
Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General, 1999
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Stigma is the rejection, avoidance or fear people direct toward those they perceive as being different. Stigma and shame often prevent people living with mental illness from seeking treatment. Stigma becomes discrimination when it deprives people of their civil rights, access to fair housing, employment opportunities, education and full participation in life. When fear of discrimination or stigma is removed, people living with mental illness may feel more comfortable seeking treatment, and thus able to recover and engage more fully in life. The Mental Illness: Its not always what you think project was initiated by Sacramento County Division of Behavioral Health Services to: Reduce stigma and discrimination Promote mental health and wellness Inspire hope for people and families living with mental illness
To learn more about the Mental Illness: Its not always what you think project or to share your thoughts on mental illness, visit us at:
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Mental Illness does not discriminate. But sometimes people do.

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make a pledge. Refuse to perpetuate or tolerate stigma and commit to changing your language and attitude about people living with mental illness. Using words like crazy or insane to describe someone living with mental illness is hurtful. Commit to removing this type of language and other labels from your life. take a stand. Ask others to stop promoting stigma and using hurtful language. Keep in mind the best way to stop others from promoting stigma is to educate them about mental health and to let them know how their words and actions hurt others. educate yourself. Learn about mental health issues and the devastating effects of stigma. Ask someone who has openly shared about their mental health issues what their experience is like. Knowledge is a powerful tool for dispelling myths and stereotypes. Share your knowledge. be an ally. Think of a friend or family member you have been concerned about. Call them to see how they are feeling. If someone you know exhibits sudden changes in behavior or is experiencing suicidal thoughts, reach out to them and make every effort to ensure that they get help.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it illegal to discriminate against people with physical or psychiatric disabilities in employment, transportation, communication, or recreation. The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status, or disability. be fearless. Begin a discussion with friends or family about a mental health topic, even if it doesnt apply to you. What causes someone to feel suicidal? or What do you think children feel when their parents divorce? are examples. end the silence. If you have been feeling down, stressed, or anxious, call or meet with a trusted friend or family member and tell them how you are feeling. Remember that when you speak about your experience with mental illness, you give others permission to share their experiences. use your voice. Join a speakers bureau or support group. Being open about mental illness can reduce stigma and raise awareness.
the truth about mental illness

Mental illness affects every ethnic, racial, economic, religious and age group. Roughly one in every four adults will experience a diagnosable mental illness during their lifetime. Nearly one out of every five children will experience emotional or behavioral difficulty. In Sacramento County, it is estimated that nearly 355,000 residents are living with a mental illness.
FACT: Like heart disease or diabetes, research shows that mental illness is often a medical condition that calls for proper treatment, support and education. FACT: Two-thirds of people with a diagnosable mental illness never seek professional help. Many do not know where to go, dont realize their condition is treatable or fear discrimination. FACT: Self-stigma prevents up to 60% of those with mental illness from seeking treatment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people who suffer from chronic, untreated depression may die up to 25 years earlier than someone in the general population. FACT: Roughly 50% of those with severe mental illness are also affected by substance abuse. Living with both disorders significantly increases the stigma and discrimination often resulting in social isolation.
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You may think you know what mental illness looks like, but odds are you cant tell if a person has a mental illness just by looking at them. Roughly one in four adults will experience a mental illness during their lifetime, regardless of race, income, faith or age. But shame causes most to never seek treatment. You can help. Changing attitudes about mental illness will encourage people to get the help they need to lead fulfilling lives. For more information about mental illness, local resources or support call
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Mental Illness: Its not always what you think Mental Health Champion Award
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The Mental Health Champion Award honors individuals and organizations in Sacramento County who: Have made a significant contribution in reducing the stigma experienced by people with mental illness; Provide outstanding support or treatment to people with mental illness; Advocate for issues related to mental health; and/or Advance knowledge in the area of mental health research Mental Health Champion nominations will be reviewed by a committee of consumers, family members, community stakeholders and Division of Behavioral Health Services staff. Selected nominees will be highlighted in multiple Mental Illness: Its not always what you think project outreach materials and activities.
Nominee Information
First Name: ____________________________ Last Name: _______________________________________ Title: ____________________________________ Organization: ___________________________________ Phone Number: _____________________ Email: _______________________________________________
Reason for Nomination Please describe the contribution or success of this person to bringing hope and / or awareness to mental health and mental illness in the Sacramento community.
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Your First Name: ________________________ Last Name: _______________________________________ Title: ____________________________________ Organization: ___________________________________ Phone Number: _____________________ Email: _______________________________________________ Please return completed nomination form via mail, email or fax to: Raj Dhanda, Edelman 921 11th Street, Suite 250 - Sacramento, CA 95816 raj.dhanda@edelman.com Fax: (916) 447-8509 Call (916) 288-2210 for more information.

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