The COVID-19 pandemic triggers a 25% increase in the prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide.
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Various factors can affect Mind Health. Trauma, loneliness, grief, stress, and physical illness can contribute to poor mental well-being. Moreover, several social factors can influence Mind Health. These include:
These issues and other lifestyle factors can influence the Mind Health of individuals and societies. But unfortunately, as we'll see, recent events have highlighted a growing inequity in the onset and outcomes of Mind Health worldwide.
Brain injury and trauma have primarily been identified as physical issues, often labelled as "concussion" or a "physical head trauma."
P.T.S.D. or E.R.S.I. (Event Related Stress Injury) can also be caused by a non-physical stress event and can result in increased stress levels, anxiety and even depression.
As we reflect on 2020/2021/2022, the majority of people on the planet have been impacted by a significant increase in stress, and as a result, The Butterfly Cares brain project is our number one focus.
The Butterfly Cares® is raising funds for Humaniti International, a U.N.H.C.R. agency to bring hope and raise awareness for people worldwide for better Mind Health.
Since 9/11, we have been helping America’s heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building custom-designed smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. We are also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and aiding the victims of major U.S. disasters.
Every warrior has a next mission. We know that the transition to civilian life is a journey. And for every warrior, family member, and caregiver, that journey looks different.
Covenant House is an international agency serving youth who are homeless, trafficked or at risk. Covenant House is inclusive, intentional and impactful. As a leader in the sector, we advocate so that all youth can have lives free from homelessness and trafficking.