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Utilizing Your Journal for Mental Health Improvement
Nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. deals with some type of mental illness. Those illnesses can vary in severity. Some people might be high-functioning while others find their condition debilitating. Even without official diagnoses, many people find that they’re extremely stressed or overly worried about things.
The COVID-19 pandemic didn’t help matters. A recent study found that 4 in 10 adults reported symptoms of anxiety or depression during the pandemic. Even though things are starting to get back to normal, the effects of COVID will be long-lasting. Add that to other issues we’re facing as a nation and personal issues you’re dealing with, and it’s no wonder why mental health is such a prominent issue.
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