By Jessica Hart, Senior Manager, Field Advocacy, NAMI
The COVID-19 pandemic is pushing America into a mental health crisis that the U.S. is not prepared for—unless Congress acts now. Anxiety, depression, trauma and substance use are all on the rise, and huge increases in unemployment increase the risk of suicide.
Social isolation, financial distress, fears about health and an uncertain future are fueling a mental health epidemic alongside the COVID-19 pandemic.
Congress must address this growing mental health crisis.
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