> Choosing a Mental Health Professional for Your Child or Teenager

> Choosing a Mental Health Professional for an Adult and the Elderly

 

Every person experiences emotional and physical illnesses from time to time. With the physical illnesses, people know where to get help. But when the problem is emotional and becomes overwhelming to friends and family, where do you go for professional attention?

Just like physical problems, the prognosis is better when the mental health problem is treated early. It is estimated that over 15 million children, teens, and adults have a mental health or substance abuse problem. Sadly, only one in five with a mental health problem gets treated - a figure far smaller than the number of people being treated for a medical ailment.

To learn more on when and how to seek help, choose one of the links above to take action.



Matthew Couto was neglected and victimized by two doctors, who took no decisive action to help him, despite numerous red flags.
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