People fear talking about mental health issues just as they do physical health issues, even though mental illness can affect people of all ages. The document discusses several common types of mental illness like anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and eating disorders. It emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about mental illness and educating children, as mental health issues should not be treated as a trivial matter. Left untreated, mental illnesses can lead to difficult feelings and behaviors such as panic attacks, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.