The theme of World Mental Health Day 2021 is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World.’ 2020 highlighted global inequalities due to race, gender identity, sexual orientation, and the lack of human rights in some countries. These inequalities have a substantial impact on mental health. The world also faced the COVID-19 pandemic, which further highlighted the impact of mental health through the loss of loved ones, job security, and economic effects. This year’s ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’ campaign will focus on the issues that lead to mental health inequality locally and globally. Researchers can share what they know about mental health inequality, including ideas on combatting this unfortunate reality.

At Bayview Recovery, we strive to raise awareness in mental health by offering a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment. Our facility offers recovery from addiction and the mental health issues that often occur with it. We also provide programs such as dual diagnosis treatment, which addresses co-occurring addiction and mental health issues. Oftentimes, prolonged drug use can bring about mental health issues. It is critical to address both concerns so that lifelong recovery can be possible. If you or a loved one needs access to mental health treatment, don’t hesitate to call Bayview Recovery today at 855.478.3650.

Celebrating World Mental Health Day

Many people who suffer from mental health issues don’t receive the care they need. The discrimination people experience having mental health issues affects their wellbeing, educational opportunities, job prospects, and families and friends. This inequality needs to be addressed with continued raised awareness because the disparity doesn’t need to exist at all. Here are some ways to raise awareness of mental health on World Mental Health Day:

• Inspire others to get involved on social media. Social media is a great way to spread education and share news about World Mental Health Day. You can post facts, tips, and support to involve your friends and family. Don’t forget hashtags to take part in a larger conversation about mental health on social media. Hashtags allow your posts to be visible to a larger audience.
• Encourage others to take a mental health screening. Offering anonymous screening tools may encourage someone to seek treatment after recognizing their symptoms.
• Please invite friends and families to conversate about how their mental health has affected them. Hearing people talk openly and honestly about mental health may encourage others to seek the help they deserve.
• Advocating for mental health is critical. Writing senators and representatives can make a notable difference in providing access to care.
  Various mental health programs and organizations offer year-round support to educate and advocate from free screening tools to emergency support lines.

Every conversation you have about the importance of recognizing and treating mental illness can cause a larger conversation in your community. Mental health awareness increases the chance of early intervention, which can result in a fast recovery.

The Importance of Mental Health Awareness

At Bayview Recovery, we aim to raise mental health awareness through all of our efforts. Some of the mental health treatment programs we provide include:

• Dual diagnosis treatment — Clients who have one or both substance abuse disorder and mental health disorders can end their dependency, manage symptoms, and gain long-term health and wellness through this program.
• Depression treatment program — It is essential to seek professional health treatment if you are experiencing symptoms of depression. People who experience depression will often use drugs or alcohol to self-medicate, only to prolong and worsen their condition.
• Anxiety treatment program — There are many variations of anxiety, but those who experience clinical anxiety will experience physical and mental suffering. Seeking treatment can significantly improve the quality of life in someone experiencing clinical anxiety.
• Bipolar disorder treatment program — Leaving conditions of bipolar disorder untreated can cause a severe impact on the person with bipolar disorder and their loved ones. Untreated bipolar disorder can bring about other issues such as addiction.

Seek Treatment at Bayview Recovery

If you or a loved one requires effective and exceptional care to help manage symptoms of a mental health disorder, it is important to get the help you deserve. Call Bayview Recovery at 855.478.3650 to get started on a path to wellbeing.