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450 million people worldwide are affected by mental, neurological or behavioral problems at any time. World Health Organization About 873,000 people die by suicide every year. World Health Organization Cost-effective treatments currently exist that could enable most people affected by mental disorders to become functioning members of society. World Health Organization 1 in 5 Americans suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder during any given year. American Psychiatric Association Mentally ill persons are more likely to be victims of violence than perpetrators, and more likely to hurt themselves than hurt other people. American Psychiatric Association Mental illness is more prevalent than cancer, lung disease and heart disease combined. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Women are twice as likely as men to suffer from a major depressive disorder. National Institute of Mental Health In 2000, suicide was the third leading cause of death among 15 to 24 year olds. National Institute of Mental Health It is estimated that as much at 8 percent of women suffer from anorexia or bulimia at some point in their lives. National Institute of Mental Health Each year, untreated mental illness costs the United States more than 100 billion dollars. National Alliance on Mental Illness |
