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Mental Health

Prepare for Mental Health and Addiction Outcomes of Future Emergencies

We were unprepared for not only the disease of COVID itself, but for the mental health and substance use crises that have accompanied it.

Support the Mental Health Justice Act

Substance use disorders and mental illness are health care issues, not crimes. An appropriate crisis response should connect people to care, not jail.

Former NFL player Montee Ball

In this episode of Heart of the Matter with Elizabeth Vargas, Montee talks about his journey through addiction, how he found purpose in fatherhood, and his work as a recovery advocate for communities of color.

Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act

Under the Parity Act, insurance companies are required to provide coverage for substance use disorders, just as they would for any other disease.

Helping Your Child Manage Co-Occurring Disorders

If your child has been diagnosed with co-occurring disorders, it can be helpful to stay vigilant.

Telehealth for Addiction

Understanding the benefits and drawbacks of telehealth will help you decide how to best use these services for you and your family.

5 Things Parents Need to Know About Back to School & Mental Health

Mental health and substance use issues are just some of the topics that cause parents concern as the school year begins. Here's how to help.

What If Your Teen Uses Drugs AND Has Anxiety, ADHD or Bipolar Disorder?

Many teens suffer from depression, anxiety or other mental illness. Unfortunately, this puts them more at risk for developing a drug problem and co-occurring disorders.

Stress and Sleep

Teenagers are living life at full speed and need more sleep than adults to stay healthy and safe – and cope with stress.

School Stress: Healthy Stress vs. “Red Flag” Stress

How can parents tell when their child is experiencing a ‘normal’ amount of stress — and when they should be worried? We reached out to two pediatricians to find out.
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