According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, nearly one in five adolescents aged 13 to 18 are affected by a mental health disorder each year, and that’s why the Norfolk Department of Public Health is hosting a free screening of the PBS documentary “Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness” at Regal Cinemas in MacArthur Center on Thursday for World Mental Health Day.
“Addressing youth mental health is a priority for our community,” said Director of the Norfolk Department of Public Health Susan Girois, M.D. in a news release prior to the event. “By coming together and engaging in open dialogue, we can break down the stigma surrounding mental health and equip our young people with the support they need to thrive.”
During the event, the Norfolk Department of Public Health is highlighting a free online mental health check-in tool that can point people to resources.
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