May is Mental Health Month. Below are statistics on children’s mental health and ways you can celebrate the month.
Did you know?
- 1 in 5 children in the United States will need mental health care services during his or her lifetime.
- 1 in 10 children, or about 6 million children, nationally have a serious emotional disturbance.
- In Travis County , it is estimated that 42,450 youth under the age of 18 are with or at risk of a mental health disorder.
Here are some ways you can get involved and help:
- Wear a green awareness ribbon and distribute to friends and family.
- Learn the facts about children’s mental health and share with friends and family. To read local Austin statistics, please click to access the Community Action Network’s Frequently Asked Questions About Children’s Mental Health.
- Bring yourself and a friend to an Austin Child Guidance Center Open House on May 10 or 24 from 5:30-6:30pm. To learn more, click here.
- Volunteer at Austin Child Guidance Center . For more info, click here.
- Support Austin Child Guidance Center by making a secure online donation through the red DONATE button below or mail to: ACGC, 810 W. 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78751
- Mentor a child or parent or become involved in volunteerism with children. Contact United Way Capital Area’s Volunteer Center by calling 211 or visit their website by clicking here.
