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This resolution recognizes May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month, drawing attention to the critical importance of mental health in Texas. The resolution highlights several key points, including that approximately one in five Americans, and more than 4.7 million adults in Texas, live with a mental illness, which affects people across all demographics. It emphasizes that while mental health conditions are common and treatable, stigma and cost can be significant barriers to accessing care. The document notes particularly concerning statistics about youth mental health, such as nearly half a million Texas adolescents experiencing major depressive episodes and over 300,000 having suicidal thoughts. The resolution points out that mental health often begins early, with half of cases developing by age 14, and that the current ratio of school psychologists (one per 2,300 students) falls short of recommended levels. By recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month, the resolution aims to promote understanding, support early intervention, prevention, education, and improve access to behavioral health services, while also celebrating the progress of those living with mental health conditions and acknowledging the vital work of community organizations, advocates, and professionals.

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