HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/04 Mental Health MonthPROCLAMATION
Our society, already stressed over inter- and intrapersonal issues, would benefit from
an awareness of mental health, as demonstrated by the effects of 9/11.
· People need to recognize the difference between the lack of mental health and the
process of creating mental health.
· Cultivating this awareness could help people avoid the consequences of untreated
anxiety, untreated depression and physical deterioration.
The clearer a person's thought process is, the more opportunity he or she has to deal
with and grow beyond the stressors, and thus help to prevent the occurrence of
domestic violence, child abuse and family instability.
Focusing and preparing for Mental Health Awareness can help transform a perception
of emotional deprivation and vulnerability into a perception of emotional prosperity
and effectiveness.
· The vehicle for promoting Mental Health Awareness can take the form of a United
States Postage Stamp, and every citizen could benefit from this constant reminder.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council and Mayor, on behalf of the citizens of Ashland,
hereby proclaim May, 2004 as
MENTAL HEAL TH AWARENESS MONTH
and urge the citizens of Ashland to join in this observance.
Dated this 4th day of May, 2004.
Alan De~oer, Mayor
Barbara Christensen, City Recorder