Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness.

October 10 is a day dedicated to raising awareness of the scale of metal illness around the world and the role that each of us can play to help prevent it.

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Take a moment today and every day to recognized World Mental Health Day and strive to take care of yourself and others.

If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulties and finding it hard to cope with the stress of every day life call 855-852-9742 for help.

For more resources, visit the World Health Organization site.

Learn more about Float Therapy to cope with depression here.