Mind Your Mental Health

Mind Your Mental Health is Magellan Healthcare’s educational initiative designed to raise awareness about mental health and mental illness.

Mental health

includes our emotional, psychological and social wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices.

Mental illness

is common and treatable. About one in five in the U.S. experience mental illness. Sadly, because of the stigma with mental illness, many people do not get the treatment they need.

April is Autism Acceptance Month

This is a time to acknowledge the challenges and celebrate the differences of those affected by autism. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts with others and perceives the world around them. April’s observance calls for acceptance and inclusion of persons with ASD.

Acceptance empowers people with autism to embrace their uniqueness, which boosts their self-esteem and helps reduce the stigma associated with this condition. Learn more about ASD.

Approximately one in 36 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with ASD; ASD is four times more likely in boys than girls.
About 50% of individuals with ASD have average or above-average intelligence, but only 21% of adults with autism are employed full-time.
Many people with ASD have sensory sensitivities, such as being sensitive to loud noises or certain textures.
Many individuals with autism have made significant contributions to art, entertainment, science, business and other fields.

Learn more about Autism Acceptance Month