Steven Siegel, MD, PhD
Chief Mental Health and
Wellness Officer
Keck Medicine of USC

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is just as important as physical health. Mental illness affects more than 50 million people in the U.S. The statistics are alarming with 1 in 5 U.S. adults experiencing a mental illness each year, and less than half of them receive treatment; 1 in 20 U.S. adults experiencing a serious mental illness each year, and less than two-thirds of them receive treatment; and 1 in 6 U.S. youth experiencing a mental health condition each year, and only half of them receive treatment. Through challenging times, the need for mental health care continues to grow, which is why it’s incredibly important to educate and advocate for resources, support, and access to quality care.

Mental Health Action Day is on Thursday, May 19, 2022 On Mental Health Action Day, we encourage you to take action for yourself, your loved ones, and your community. If you have concerns about your or someone else’s mental health, please contact a medical professional. For Keck Medicine of USC patients and Trojan family members, please contact us if you or someone you know needs help (800) USC-CARE (800-872-2273)