The famed McLean Hospital of Massachusetts General cites several important points that indicate feelings of stress and anxiety this time of year are very real and, sadly, widespread. They state that according to the American Psychological Association, 38% of people surveyed said their stress increased during the depths of the winter season, which can lead to physical illness, depression, anxiety, and substance misuse. The reasons given include lack of time, financial pressure, gift-giving, and family gatherings. To make matters worse, the National Alliance on Mental Illness noted that 64% of individuals living with a mental illness felt that their conditions worsened around the holidays.
There are ways in which we can prepare ourselves and hopefully deflect some of the increased stress that often occurs in the winter season. It’s important to realize that we do have more control than we think we do. It’s equally important to realize that even if we put these ideas into practice and continue to feel overwhelmed or depressed, professional help is available. The following are many of those local resources staffed with highly qualified professional caregivers.
Chandler Mental Health Resources - The Chandler Police Department has many resources for your use below. If you or someone you know is having a Mental Health Crisis call 911. If you need a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) trained officer to respond to your business or residence, and it is not an emergency contact our non-emergency dispatch/communications center at (480) 782-4130 and ask for a CIT trained officer to respond.
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Visit NAMI.org.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, SAMHSA.org, is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
MentalHealth.gov provides one-stop access to U.S. government mental health and mental health problems information. MentalHealth.gov aims to educate and guide the following groups: The general public; Health and emergency preparedness professionals; Policy makers; Government and business leaders; School systems; Local communities.
U.S. Veterans Mental Health Resources - The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs has significantly added more resources that you will find on their website now to address those in need including family members and even friends. Visit MentalHealth.VA.gov.
Oasis Behavioral Health: Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital helps individuals struggling with mental health disorders & drug addiction build a strong foundation for long-term recovery. Serving the Chandler community, Oasis is the premier provider of specialized behavioral treatment programs for adolescents and adults.
Among the conditions they treat are ADHD, Aggression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Mental, Health Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Psychosis, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation. Visit Obhhospital.com.
Mental Health Facilities in Chandler (Mentalhealthcenters.net/clinics/arizona/chandler) - This website has a full listing of mental health facilities in Chandler. Many of the treatment centers also provide co-occurring mental health and addiction treatment for dual diagnosis disorders for those who struggle with alcohol abuse or drug addiction. Mental health centers in Chandler, Arizona provide residential and outpatient treatment for various mental health issues including eating disorders such as bulimia and anorexia, panic disorders, schizophrenia, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, depression, personality disorders, phobias and other mental illness.
Information is quoted from the source’s websites, please check for updates.
