For Young Adults
Teens and young adults face many challenges. As the body matures and changes, chemical changes also occur in the brain. Coupled with changes in relationships, family crises, school demands and other issues, young adults often feel under great stress. Depression and other mental illnesses frequently emerge in late adolescence and early adulthood, often causing much pain and uncertainty. The good news is that mental illness is very treatable, both with medication and counseling. This section of the MHA Website is tailored to answer your questions and assist you get the help you need.
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The Mental Health Association is happy to offer you a wonderful new resource.
“NASSAU COUNTY TRANSITION PLANNING GUIDE FOR FAMILIES OF YOUTH WITH EMOTIONAL DISABILITIES.” Please click here for your copy
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“What a Difference a Friend Makes” is a public education campaign for people living with mental illness – and their friends. Click here to download your copy of the campaign brochure with helpful information on how to show respect, acceptance and compassion to someone you know.
For the Spanish version, “Un Amigo Marca Una Gran Diferencia,” click here
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