The Connection Between Mental Illness and Substance Abuse
Today, an estimated 40.3 million Americans over the age of 12 struggle with a substance use disorder, commonly known as addiction. That epidemic of substance abuse maps closely to the 52.9 million Americans over the age of 18, or 21% of the adult population, who have a mental illness. Most importantly, with 17 million Americans […]
How Volunteering Can Improve Mental Health
If you or a loved one is struggling with mental health, getting out and getting involved in things can be good for your mood, your sense of self-worth, and your ability to just go and do things. Unfortunately, taking those steps can be difficult, especially if you don’t have an existing network of people to […]
Is Addiction Draining Your Bank Account?
If you or a loved one is struggling with a substance use disorder, the first thing you’ll likely notice is finances. Drinking or drugs, even prescription drugs, are expensive. Most importantly, abusing them puts you in a position where you’re more likely to spend more and less likely to care. So, a drinking or substance […]
Why Employers Need to Talk About Mental Health in the Workplace
Today, mental illness is a largely not talked about phenomenon in the United States. But, it’s also incredibly common. In fact, in 2020, 21 percent of adults aged 12 and older had a mental illness. With 52.9 million Americans meeting qualifications for mental health disorder under the DSM V, it’s a crucial part of life […]
