Mental Health Services Act (Prop 63)

INTERCEPT SURVEY 2005

1.   What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the       phrase " mental illness "?
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2.   Between 650,000 and 700,000 people live in Kern County. About how       many Kern County residents do you think suffer from a mental health       disorder?
Less than 5,000	5001-15,000
15,001-30,000	More than 30,000
3.   What kinds of services are available to people with mental health       disorders in Kern County?
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4.   If a friend or family member was showing symptoms of mental illness,      where is the first place you would go for help?
Kern County Mental Health	Counselor/psychologist
Private doctor	Pastor/Priest
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5.  What is the biggest thing that gets in the way of people getting mental      health services in Kern County?
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6.  In your opinion, what mental health services should be offered in Kern     County that are not being offered now?
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Don't know or not sure
7.  Tell us a bit about yourself:
Are you:  Male       Female
Please describe your racial/ethnic background:
Are you:     18-25   26-35   36-45   46-55   Over 55
Have you or any one in your immediate or extended family ever suffered       from a mental health disorder?      Yes No
Thank you for completing this survey!