Philadelphia Is Breaking Mental Illness Stigma. Is Your City Next?

Approximately 57.7 million American adults experience diagnosable mental health disorders each year, but widespread stigma prevents many of them from seeking adequate help.

The City of Philadelphia — where one in four residents will be affected by a mental illness in 2014 — wants to spread awareness and offer support in a simple, inspiring way: by promising to listen.

Tuesday, June 3 marks the first-ever #IWillListen Day, when Philadelphians can join a citywide conversation on mental health by pledging via social media to listen to others, without judgment. There will also be a health fair with various participating organizations taking place in the city's Love Park Read more...