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Healthy Living with Mental Illness

18 Out of 100 People

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders such as PTSD, panic attacks, phobias, and general anxiety disorder affect 18% of people in the U.S. each year, making them the most common mental health problems.

Anxiety becomes an anxiety disorder when overwhelming fear and worry prevent you from being able to live a normal life. Anxiety disorders can affect anyone and may begin at any age.

People with anxiety disorders are unable to control their own disturbing thoughts. They may start to avoid everyday situations that they fear will trigger more stress.

Anyone in Ventura County who has a question about mental health should seek help immediately, the same way you would ask for help when we have any other health question. If ignored and untreated, extreme anxiety can prevent you from being able to participate in daily life.

Worrying, Anxiety and When It’s Too Much

Everyone experiences worry in some way during daily life. You may feel understandably anxious as a reaction to ordinary urgent situations, for example, if you are running late for work. However, you may also feel anxious when you are worrying about something that may or may not happen, a threat that only exists in your imagination.

Being mentally healthy is a concern for everyone. Mental illness, like any illness, can be challenging, but it doesn't mean that living a full life isn't possible.

If you or someone you care for has or may have a serious mental illness and lives in Ventura County, click on the appropriate question below for information and support for your group.

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Related Resources

211 Ventura County

Text your zip code to 898211

Text or call 2-1-1 (for mental wellness, housing, job, runaway, or other resources)

https://211ventura.org/

For mental health assessment and referral

Call the VCBH Mental Health Access Line at 1-866-998-2243

Emergency:

If you believe your loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis and you need the assistance of law enforcement.

Call 911 and ask for a CIT Officer

If you're in crisis:

Call the VCBH Crisis Team at 1-866-998-2243.

The Client Network

Resource referrals for any level of care, community forums & advocacy.

(805) 981-4228
More Resources
Promoting Mental Health
in Ventura County

For a crisis, call 911 or the VCBH Crisis Team at (866) 998-2243. Please note that information on WellnessEveryday.org should not be used as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always consult a
healthcare professional before acting on any information found on WellnessEveryday.org.

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