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New mental health walk-in clinics in Philly and Montgomery County aim to reduce demands on hospitals

Read full article at PhillyVoice.com

Rates of depression, anxiety and other behavioral health issues have been increasing in Philadelphia and Montgomery counties in recent years, mirroring nationwide trends.

About 22% of Philadelphia residents reported having a diagnosis for depression between 2015 and 2021. Frequent mental stress among adults is worsening in the city, and so are suicidal ideation and attempts among teens, according to the most recent data from the Philadelphia Department of Health. The same is true in Montgomery County, where the mobile crisis team received 5,500 new calls in 2023 for mental health emergencies, drug overdoses and other related issues.

Read full article at PhillyVoice.com

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