Building A Mentally Healthy Nation for All

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Get Facts on Common Mental Health Conditions

Depression »

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.

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Anxiety »

Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress and can be beneficial in some situations. Anxiety disorders differ from normal feelings of nervousness or anxiousness and involve excessive fear or anxiety.

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ADHD »

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children. Symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.

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PTSD »

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has been known by many names in the past, such as “shell shock” or “combat fatigue” after World Wars I & II, but PTSD does not just happen to combat veterans.

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About the Public Service Announcement

The American Psychiatric Association Foundation launched its new "Mentally Healthy Nation" national radio public service announcement (PSA) campaign. The PSA aims to raise awareness about the nationwide mental health crisis following the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to the full PSA audio below:

Download the transcript of the audio here (.pdf).