Know The Risks
Mental and physical illness isn't an if, it is a when.
Facts & Resources:
At every turn, there is another health crisis or epidemic. Covid, loneliness, youth mental illness, heart disease, suicide, addiction....
Youth Mental Health
Parents identify mental health as their greatest concern, surpassing bullying and physical safety.
Death by Suicide
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for ages 10-34 years. White men over 65, triple the overall rate and Veterans 7x more likely.
Mental and Physical Health
Mental and physical health are intertwined. Those with an antidepressant prescription are more likely to have diabetes, cancer and /or heart disease.
Loneliness
60% of college students, 70% of female college students, and over 50% of adults suffer from loneliness.
Years of Pain
On average, it takes 11 to 30 years to diagnose and treat a mental illness.
Avoidable Costs
Inequities in behavioral health care cost the economy $1T a year due to absenteeism, low productivity, physical comorbidities, and untimely death.
Resources
The Role of Early Detection and Social Support Networks in Preventing Mental Health Crises
Abstract:
The rise in mental health conditions, loneliness, and harm to self and others is alarming, yet we have no system to trigger the alarm for people experiencing subtle symptoms or a way to alert their loved ones. Technology has advanced in a way that we can finally solve this. Lowkey brings together a team of technologists, clinicians, mental health experts, and advocates to solve what many have declared unsolvable.