Recovery from Mental Illness is possible. Mental illness is common and affects more than six million people across the country. Statistics show that one in every six Canadians will have a mental health problem at some point in their lives.

Mental illness accounts for a large percentage of hospital stays every year and is one of the five of the ten leading causes of disability worldwide. By 2020 it is estimated that depressive illnesses will become the leading cause of disease burden in developed countries like Canada.

In spite of the fact that every Canadian likely knows someone who has been, or will be, affected by mental illness, few people know very much about it.

We fear what we don't understand and as such mental illness is feared by many people and unfortunately still carries a stigma (a mark or sign of disgrace). Because of this stigma many people hesitate to get help for a mental health problem for fear of being looked down upon.

Effective treatment does exist. People living with a mental illness can also lead full, rewarding, and productive lives.

For more information ask your Dell Pharmacist!