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The Ugly Truth About Mental Health Stigma

Stop Abuse Campaign

In 2020, mental health statistics showed that 1 in 5 American adults experienced a mental health issue, 1 in 6 young people experienced a major depressive episode, and 1 in 20 Americans lived with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression. Why would someone not seek help for a mental disorder?

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

Maternal mental health disorders can have serious consequences, such as impaired mother-infant bonding, poor child development, and increased risk of death from suicide or other causes. The EPDS can also detect other mental disorders, such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Clients

Gateway Foundation

The Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) division of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides funds for qualified treatment and recovery support centers. Thanks to SUPR grants, Illinois can expand and improve its substance use disorder treatment efforts.

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ACE 101: Childhood Emotional Abuse

Stop Abuse Campaign

1 in 7 children from having to experience child abuse and/or neglect . Toxic stress, which can change brain development and increase the risk for problems like post-traumatic stress disorder and learning, attention, and memory difficulties. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline.

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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Mediator : They facilitate communication and resolve conflicts between individuals or within families to promote healthy relationships. This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system.

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Am I Depressed? Depression Symptoms, Causes, Therapy

Stop Abuse Campaign

According to the Mayo Clinic , “depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest…it affects how you feel, think, and behave, and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.” . Clinical Depression (AKA Major Depressive Disorder). Manic Depression (AKA Bipolar Disorder).

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What is MIECHV? Overview and Importance of Maternal Home Visiting Programs

Stop Abuse Campaign

← How you can save babies whose mothers have substance use disorders. “ 21 percent reported a history of child abuse and maltreatment, 15 percent reported substance abuse, 10 percent included pregnant teens. . The MIECHV program reached many communities in FY 2020: . Communications Major.