person inherits susceptibility to a mental illness and doesn ’ t necessarily develop the illness . Mental illness occurs from the interaction of multiple genes and other factors , such as stress , abuse or a traumatic event – which can influence or trigger an illness in a person who has an inherited susceptibility to it .
Mental disorders are diagnosed based on the signs and symptoms of the individual patient . Because experiences and environment play an important role in the development of a mental disorder , no genetic test can determine with absolute certainty who will and will not develop a mental disorder . Additionally , even though a disorder may run in a family , there may be differences in the severity of symptoms among family members . Mental disorders do not follow typical patterns of inheritance .
Getting your family health history doesn ’ t have to be complicated .
• Talk to your family , including parents , siblings , grandparents , etc . Ask about conditions they have or have had , and what age the conditions were diagnosed .
• Ask questions . Ask about chronic diseases , family ancestry , causes and ages of death for those family members who have passed .
• Record the information .
• Share your family health history with your doctor and other family members . If you are concerned about diseases or conditions that are common in your family , talk with your health care provider .
Ultimately , knowing that you may be at increased risk through your family history can encourage you to proactively take steps to promote your mental health and wellbeing . The bottom line is your family history , including your mental health history can help you make informed choices to reduce your risk or guide you in knowing when to seek help . Your family health history can also guide your healthcare provider as to when to recommend certain screening practices and treatment options . Treatment for mental health issues is effective and is accomplished primarily through therapy options and medication management ; the earlier you get treatment the better , and the better you will feel and do .
No matter the reason , whether it is related to family history or not , if you find yourself struggling with your mental health , there are numerous resources to help :
• 988 provides a single three-digit number to access a network of over 200 local and state funded crisis centers across the country . Services are available 24 / 7 , are free and confidential . By dialing 988 and selecting option 1 , you can also access the Veterans Crisis Line .
• Adanta as the local community mental health center also offers help in times of Crisis , 24 hours a day / 7 days a week . Adanta is a 988 accredited organization , and also operates its own Crisis Hotline which can be contacted by calling 1-800-633-5599 . In addition to crisis services , the agency also offers services for traditional outpatient mental health , substance abuse , prevention and services for Intellectual / Development Disability populations .
Adanta Community Mental Health Center is Ready to Help !
If you are searching for help or would like more information about services , call toll free 1.800.954.4782 x 0 , visit Adanta ’ s website at www . adanta . org , or Adanta ’ s Facebook page at www . facebook . com / The . Adanta . Group . Adanta has been serving the Lake Cumberland area since 1967 , delivering quality services to meet the needs of the people served . “ Enhancing Lives ” is the Purpose of the organization , and serves as the beacon for being a great community partner and resource through its services , programs , outreach , and presence in the Lake Cumberland and surrounding counties .**
Adanta is CARF accredited in Adult , Child , & Adolescent Outpatient Treatment ; Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs ; Adult Mental Health Crisis Intervention and Crisis Stabilization ; and Adult , Child , and Adolescent Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs ; and Prevention .
** Outpatient Clinics are located in the counties of Adair , Barren , Casey , Clinton , Green , McCreary , Pulaski , Russell , Taylor , and Wayne .
The Adanta Group , a contractor with the Department for Behavioral
Health , Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities and the Cabinet for Health and Family Services , provides behavioral health / substance use services with state and federal funds .
The Adanta Group
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