Recent research indicates that Kentucky has higher rates than the nation as a whole in a number of key areas when it comes to mental health and substance use related problems. Kentucky has higher rates of adults with past-year suicidal thoughts, past-year serious mental illness, and past-month heavy alcohol use among adults over age 21.…
A way out of the revolving door
New treatment method gives mentally ill a chance at recovery while living independently, with family or in supportive housing. There are a variety of treatment options for severe and persistent mental illness, but many people experience symptoms so great they are unable to access healthcare services voluntarily. They often end up homeless, incarcerated or involuntarily…