Similar to last week's episode, this was recorded during the pandemic with Rich interviewing college kids about anxiety, depression, and substance misuse.
Ironically, a positive that has come out of the pandemic is the mental health of young adults is finally being addressed. But what is the culprit? Some would argue that the uncertainty, online classes, and the lack of social opportunities are the main issues.
But what if the pandemic was just the catalyst that brought the anxiousness of this generation bubbling to the surface? What is going on that so many of these young people are on anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications? Why is someone having a panic attack as common as someone having a cold? We have got to do better.
At HeritageCARES, we certainly don't have all the answers but we believe that facilitating open discussions is the first step to creating solutions for the rising numbers of anxious and depressed young people. We are losing WAY too many to suicide and overdoses and as the pandemic begins to fade we are left with the important task of creating strategies to help these young adults. By reducing social media exposure, teaching them how to cope with uncertainty, and how to rely on themselves, not alcohol or drugs to navigate the world, we will make some headway. This is a TALL order you say? We are up to the task. Please join us on our mission!
