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Minority Fellowship Program Coordinating Center (MFPCC)
The purpose of the Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) Coordinating Center is to support the MFP program, enhance the careers of the MFP Fellows, and document MFP program impacts. For additional information about the MFP, click here.

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FELLOW OF THE MONTH

Baron Bradley

Baron Bradley is a 2024-2025 addiction counseling fellow at the National Board for Certified Counselors. Baron earned his bachelor’s degree in English literature from Voorhees College in Denmark, South Carolina and is pursuing a master’s degree in addiction counseling at Columbia International University. ...Read more

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SPOTLIGHT features news, announcements, events, and hot topics on behavioral health .
Minority Fellowship Program: Community Connections Webinar
The presentation, including slides, transcript, and sound recording for the MFPCC Webinar, "Minority Fellowship Program: Community Connections Webinar," which occurred Apirl 24, 2024, are now available for download......Read more
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American Nurses AssociationExternal Web Site Policy
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American Psychiatric AssociationExternal Web Site Policy
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American Psychological AssociationExternal Web Site Policy
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Council on Social Work EducationExternal Web Site Policy
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FAHS
Foundation for the Advancement of Human SystemsExternal Web Site Policy
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FACTS AND FIGURES
Learn about statistics, trends, and other relevant insights for behavioral health practitioners working to improve health outcomes.

Mental Health Awareness
Mental health challenges affect people in every corner of the country. Each year, roughly 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental illness, and 1 in 20 live with a serious mental illness1. In 2021 it was reported that 17% of youth aged 6 to 17 were diagnosed with a mental health disorder1, underscoring the importance of early support and intervention.

According to the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than 38 million adults experienced any mental illness (AMI) last year, with 7.8 million experiencing a serious mental illness (SMI)2. Differences were found among veteran communities with 24% of veteran women and 14% of veteran men being diagnosed with PTSD3. Research also shows that veterans were more likely than non-veterans to report heavy alcohol use and experience co-occurring mental health conditions4.

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that mental wellness is just as important as physical health. Raising awareness, expanding access to community-responsive care, and reducing stigma are essential steps toward supporting individuals and families affected by various mental health conditions.

*If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol use and related disorders, reach out to 988 for free, confidential support.*

Mental illness infographic


Please see SAMHSA’s and other resources for addressing mental wellness:



References

  1. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2022). Key substance use and mental health indicators in the United States: Results from the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (HHS Publication No. PEP22-07-01-005, NSDUH Series H-59)External Web Site Policy. Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
  2. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2024). Key substance use and mental health indicators in the United States: Results from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (HHS Publication No. PEP24-07-02, NSDUH Series H-59)External Web Site Policy. Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
  3. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. PTSD in Veterans.External Web Site Policy National Center for PTSD, 2025.
  4. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Research and Development. Mental Health Research. External Web Site Policy 2023.