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In 2015 it was estimated that 43.4 million 
adults aged 18 or older had a mental illness 
with the year

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My family has a history with mental illnesses

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Growing up I have seen the struggles involved 
with this mental illness

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However, having friends and family that understand 
the difficulties have made the man I am today

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Mental Illnesses are not a rare occurrence

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Family history, abuse, and isolation are 
all common factors that can lead to poor 
mental health

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No one should feel embarrassed to find help 
for mental illnesseses

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Your mental health does not make you less 
of a person than someone else

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Your mental illness does not define you, 
Your strength and compassion do

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For any assistance you need visit the National 
Alliance on Mental Illness