Health News You Can Use: Importance of Early Intervention for Mental Health

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Millions of people are affected by mental illness each year. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five adults and one in six youths aged 6-17 experience mental health illness each year in the U.S.

This week, we spoke with Emily Sawyer, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, at Saint Luke’s Crittenton Children’s Center. She shares insights on recognizing early signs of mental health conditions, how to support children, and more.