10/29/2018
This is month is dedicated to National Native American Heritage Month. Native Americans make up 1.2% of the population in the US (4 million individuals) and yet are 1.5 times more likely to experience psychological distress than the general population. Many use alcohol and other drugs at a younger age and at higher rates than other ethnic groups. Call 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) anytime for support.
For more info:http://www.integration.samhsa.gov/workforce/mental_health_disparities_american_indian_and_alaskan_natives.pdf