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This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare October 10, 2019, as Mental Health Day in New York, aligning with World Mental Health Day.
Why it matters
Highlights the prevalence of mental health conditions. , noting that 1 in 5 New Yorkers experience a mental health disorder and 8% specifically face depression—emphasizing the widespread impact on families, workplaces, and communities.
Aims to reduce stigma and increase public awareness. by aligning state recognition with a global event, which can encourage more open conversations, early intervention, and support for those affected by mental illness.
Encourages coordinated action among stakeholders. , creating an opportunity for mental health professionals, advocates, policymakers, and community members to collaborate and share resources or strategies to improve mental health outcomes statewide.
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Declare Mental Health Day
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Senate Resolution No. 445 BY: Senator BIAGGI MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim
October 10, 2019, as Mental Health Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Mental Health Day WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of issues… Show allHide
October 10, 2019, as Mental Health Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Mental Health Day WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of issues that affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 10, 2019, as Mental Health Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Mental Health Day; and WHEREAS, World Mental Health Day was observed for the first time in
1992 and continues to be the official day of commemoration every year; it was started as an annual activity of the World Federation for Mental Health by the then Deputy Secretary General Richard Hunter; and WHEREAS, World Mental Health Day has become the… Show allHide
1992 and continues to be the official day of commemoration every year; it was started as an annual activity of the World Federation for Mental Health by the then Deputy Secretary General Richard Hunter; and WHEREAS, World Mental Health Day has become the largest and most widely promoted education and advocacy program of the World Federation for Mental Health; and WHEREAS, Every year, approximately 42.5 million American adults suffer from some mental illness, enduring conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia; these conditions lead to physical harm or even death; and WHEREAS, In New York, one in five people have a mental health disorder with 8% of the population suffering from symptoms of depression; and WHEREAS, The objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health; the day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work and what needs to be done to make mental healthcare a reality for people worldwide; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 10, 2019, as Mental Health Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Mental Health Day; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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