Join us now – Tell Congress to pass the MINDS Act

Time and Teddy Bears Can’t Treat Trauma

Close to 1 of every 6 children in the world struggles with mental health disorders but less than 1 penny of each dollar spent for global health funding is designated to support them.

It’s not enough. Children need more.

Time can’t treat trauma, and teddy bears don’t diagnose depression. But for millions of children living with debilitating mental health disorders, this is the only comfort they’ve got.

The Mental Health in International Development and Humanitarian Settings (MINDS) Act would prioritize psychosocial support in U.S. foreign aid for the first time ever and Save the Children Action Network is proud to support MINDS Act.

Join us now – Tell Congress to pass the MINDS Act.

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

UKRAINE REFUGEES MENTAL HEALTH

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