“The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic downturn have negatively affected many people’s mental health and created new barriers for people already suffering from mental illness and substance use disorders”.
It is crucial to recognize these rising statistics and encourage those suffering to get the help they need to recover.
The Implications of COVID-19 for Mental Health and Substance Use
This brief examines the implications of coronavirus-related social distancing practices and the current financial crisis on mental health, including challenges to accessing mental health or substan…
