Why does self-care matter?
Self-care matters for many reasons. Understanding the importance and value of self-care helps you to understand what strategies and coping mechanisms help you to heal and grow.
"Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health. When it comes to your mental health, self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness, and increase your energy." Source
Who is affected by mental health disorders?
"Illnesses of the mind-brain affect tens of millions of people in the United States. Depression is by far the most prevalent, representing 99% of all mind-brain illnesses." Source
Not only do mental health disorders affect those actively experiencing them they also affect those around them.
Affects over 18 million adults (one in ten) in any given year.3
Is the leading cause of disability for ages 15-44.4
Is the primary reason why someone dies of suicide about every 12 minutes. – over 41,000 people a year.5
In comparison: homicide claims less than 16,000 lives each year, according to 2013 CDC statistics.