for PeErs
If You Are Living with a Mental Illness, You Are Not Alone
If you’ve been diagnosed with a mental health condition, you are not alone. One in 5 American adults experiences some form of mental illness in any given year.
As with other serious illnesses, mental illness is not your fault or that of the people around you.
Having a mental health condition can make it a struggle to work, keep up with school, stick to a regular schedule, have healthy relationships, and more. But there are tools, treatments, and support systems that can help.
Have Concerns?
Are you concerned that you may have symptoms of a mental health condition? Learn about symptoms, treatment, and more
Need Help?
Are you having a mental health crisis or just need someone to talk to? Get help now
Mental Health Information for Peers
- Treating Mental Health Conditions:
Treatment for mental illness varies by diagnosis and by person. Even people with the same diagnosis will have different needs, goals and objectives for treatment. Learn more here - Understanding Health Insurance:
Understanding the differences about health insurance plans can help you make an informed decision about what plan is appropriate and what options are available. Learn more here - Navigating Finances And Work:
Living with mental illness can sometimes lead to challenges balancing work, finances and home life. Learn more here - How to Be Prepared for a Mental Health Crisis:
A mental health crisis can be any situation in which a person’s behavior puts them at risk of hurting themselves or others, or if their emotions and behavior seem extreme and out of control, and/or prevent them from being able to care for themselves or function effectively. Learn more here - Co-occurring Substance Use:
Substance use and mental health disorders often occur simultaneously (co-occur). Integrating screening and treatment for both disorders leads to a better quality of care and health outcomes. Learn more here
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