Public Comment Period - MHSA Annual Update

Date
April 18, 2022
Source
Publisher

18 Out of 100 People

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders such as PTSD, panic attacks, phobias, and general anxiety disorder affect 18% of people in the U.S. each year, making them the most common mental health problems.

Anxiety becomes an anxiety disorder when overwhelming fear and worry prevent you from being able to live a normal life. Anxiety disorders can affect anyone and may begin at any age.

People with anxiety disorders are unable to control their own disturbing thoughts. They may start to avoid everyday situations that they fear will trigger more stress.

Anyone in Ventura County who has a question about mental health should seek help immediately, the same way you would ask for help when we have any other health question. If ignored and untreated, extreme anxiety can prevent you from being able to participate in daily life.

Worrying, Anxiety and When It’s Too Much

Everyone experiences worry in some way during daily life. You may feel understandably anxious as a reaction to ordinary urgent situations, for example, if you are running late for work. However, you may also feel anxious when you are worrying about something that may or may not happen, a threat that only exists in your imagination.

We welcome your comments on the proposed Mental Health Services Act Annual Update Report 21-22 for Ventura County. Access the draft summary report below.

 Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Annual Update FY 2021-2022

 To submit comments:

  1. Fill out a comment card and email to MHSA@ventura.org 

  2. Or join us at the Public Hearing:
    Monday, May 16, 2022, 1:00–3:30 PM
    in person at Ventura County Behavioral Health, 1911 Williams Drive, Oxnard, 93036

  3. Or join the online Zoom meeting. See meeting information here: www.VCBH.org/general-meeting. Interpretation will be provided. 

 

Together We Can Make a Difference

VENTURA COUNTY SUICIDE PREVENTION COUNCIL

Vision: Ventura County Suicide Prevention Council is comprised of countywide stakeholders who are dedicated to reducing suicides by offering help and hope to people of every culture, gender and socioeconomic group throughout their lifespans.

Mission: Our purpose is to promote help and hope to everyone at risk or affected by suicide. We engage in collaborative dialogue to raise public awareness, identify resources and provide education, and we strive to support innovative suicide prevention and intervention initiatives.

Contact MHSA@ventura.org for more information.

If you are interested in joining the Suicide Prevention Council, please email MHSA@ventura.org

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