Mental health screening

Many people do not seek treatment in the early stages of mental illnesses because they don't recognize the symptoms.
  • 84% of the time between first symptoms and first treatment is spent not recognizing the symptoms of mental illness.
  • 16% of the time is spent getting help(1).
The delays in treatment for mental illnesses are longer than for many other health conditions(2-4). The delay in treatment for some mental illnesses are:
  • Anxiety Disorders: 9 to 23 years
  • Mood Disorders: 6 to 8 years
  • Psychosis: 1 to 2 years
MHAScreening.org uses proven tools to check for symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

1Korczak, D. J., & Goldstein, B. I. (2009). Childhood Onset Major Depressive Disorder: Course Of Illness And Psychiatric Comorbidity In A Community Sample. The Journal Of Pediatrics, 155(1), 118-123.
2McGorry, P. D., Purcell, R., Goldstone, S., & Amminger, G. P. (2011). Age Of Onset And Timing Of Treatment For Mental And Substance Use Disorders: Implications For Preventive Intervention Strategies And Models Of Care. Current Opinion In Psychiatry, 24(4), 301-306.
3Wang, P. S., Berglund, P., Olfson, M., Pincus, H. A., Wells, K. B., & Kessler, R. C. (2005). Failure And Delay In Initial Treatment Contact After First Onset Of Mental Disorders In The National Comorbidity Survey Replication. Archives Of General Psychiatry, 62(6), 603-613.
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Text PAto 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.
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Other Support Networks & Resources, by topic
Emergency: 911
Suicide Prevention (United States): 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Self-Injury/Cutting: 1-800-366-8288 selfinjury.com
Eating Disorders: 1-800-931-2237 nationaleatingdisorders.org
Runaway Hotline: 1-800-231-6946 1800runaway.org
Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453 childhelp.org/hotline/
Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 rainn.org
Domestic/Relationship Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 thehotline.org
Healthy / Unhealthy Relationships: loveisrespect.org/
Trevor Hotline for LGBTQ Youth: 1-866-488-7386 thetrevorproject.org
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) (info) 1-800-662-HELP (4357),  : SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
 alcoholrehabguide.org/alcohol/warning-signs/
​samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
​ Substance Abuse: Think you might have a problem?
​* Want the facts about addiction? If you are worried about a family member or friend, check out: Alateen 

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Age 14+: Mental Health Treatment in Pennsylvania

YOUTH RIGHT TO CONFIDENTIAL MENTAL HEALTH IN PA
CONSENT TO TREATMENT, RELEASE OF MEDICAL RECORDS: ACT 65 OF 2020
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he Pennsylvania Department of Human Services has partnered with the Center for Community Resources to offer a 24/7 mental health and crisis support line for people dealing with anxiety or other difficult emotions. Callers will be able to speak with staff who are trained in trauma-informed principles and will listen, assess the person’s needs, triage, and refer to other local supports and professionals as needed. The Mental Health Support Line can be reached toll-free, 24/7 at 1-855-284-2494.
24 Hour Crisis Lines in Pennsylvania by County
​https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Mental-Health-In-PA/Documents/Suicide_Prevention_Hotlines.pdf 
  • Crisis Text Line: Text "PA" to 741-741
  • Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
Allegheny County Resolve Crisis Services There's no need to wait until a problem spirals out of control to reach out for help. All you have to do is pick up the phone and call 1-888-796-8226. resolve Crisis Services will answer.
Resolve is a 24-hour, 365-day crisis service. It's free to all residents of Allegheny County, regardless of your ability to pay.  Both Allegheny County and UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital sponsor our services.
You do not need a psychiatric diagnosis to seek help from resolve. We offer many services that do not depend on a formal diagnosis, and we help many people who have never had a psychiatric diagnosis. Resolve offers fast assessment and contacts for addiction-related emergencies.
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