Mental Health
The global mental health crisis, amplified by pandemic-related factors and affecting over 1 billion people, is an urgent, growing issue characterized by rising rates of distress and a lack of access to care. Accessible resources are crucial because untreated, these conditions devastate physical health, relationships, and productivity. Providing tools like counseling, crisis hotlines, and community support is necessary to intervene early, reduce suicide and crime risks, and foster long-term recovery.
Did you Know?
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Mental health conditions are incredibly common, with 1 in 5 U.S. adults experiencing mental illness yearly, yet only about half receive treatment.
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Mental health conditions are not a sign of low intelligence or weak willpower; they result from complex social, psychological, and biological factors.
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Mental health conditions are not a sign of low intelligence or weak willpower; they result from complex social, psychological, and biological factors.
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Suicide accounts for over 800,000 deaths globally each year
Where to Get Help?
Articles
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How Primary Care Physicians Support Mental Health in MI
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Early identification of mental health issues in young people | Mental Health America
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​Mental Health in Primary Care: Why It Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought
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Behavioral Health Screening Toolkit for Primary Care Physicians | EmblemHealth
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Mental Health and Early Intervention: Why Timely Support Matters - Quest, Inc.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and Michigan Crisis & Access Line
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Crisis Text Line | Text HOME to 741741 Free, 24/7 Mental Health Support
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Disaster Distress Helpline for Immediate Crisis Counseling | SAMHSA