Welcome to the website of Mental Health America in Allen County! Good mental health is as important as a person's physical health. It clearly helps us in our everyday life: to think clearly, improve our self-esteem, learn new skills, and be an active participant in society.
Those who are affected by mental illness struggle with family issues, job stability and the medical and legal systems just as those who are affected with physical problems. Mental illness, however, has a long standing stigma and it is thought to be scary, violent, and ugly. This stigma can keep some people from getting treatment and lack of health insurance for mental health problems can also be an impediment.
The effects of Mental Illness can be helped with treatment, counseling, medication and education. Mental Health America in Allen County, an educational advocate organization, is here to help you with any questions you may have!