MINDS: Mental Health

Every child, no matter where they live, deserves to live a safe, happy and healthy life. Being mentally healthy is no exception.  

Mental health is often overlooked, as it is largely an invisible problem. That’s one reason the MINDS Act is so important – it puts mental health at the forefront of the discussion, and sheds light on a disease plaguing millions of children worldwide. 

The Mental Health in International Development and Humanitarian Settings (MINDS) Act is the first-ever piece of legislation that would promote mental health and psychosocial support as a key component of U.S. foreign assistance. 

 

Key Facts

14% Of children and adolescents worldwide experience mental health disorders

1 in 5 People living in conflict-affected areas have a mental health disorder

452 Million children are living in conflict-affected areas

83% of children reported an increase of negative feelings due to COVID-19

75% of people with mental health conditions in low and middle income countries receive no treatment

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UKRAINE REFUGEES MENTAL HEALTH

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Short on time? You can still make a huge impact with less than 15 minutes of your time...

1 min: Sign our petition 

5 mins: Join us for MINDS Mondays on social media

10 mins: Call your Members of Congress

Have a bit longer? Start organizing in your community!

30 mins: Write a Letter to the Editor of your local newspaper

60 mins: Join your fellow SCAN to join an in-district meeting with your members of congress.