2/3
The proportion of unhoused people who have mental health disorders, according to a study published earlier this year in the journal JAMA Psychiatry -- Prevalence of Mental Health Disorders Among Individuals Experiencing Homelessness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Scooby Snacks, lemon squeezing, and pillowcase drawings…..these are not what I typically envision when implementing EBPs. But then again, I tend to work with adult clients who are likely to run out of my office if I encourage them to wield dog treats while facing their fears. Working with children requires a different approach and benefits from unbridled creativity.
2x to 4x
The confidence to effectively treat comorbid substance use disorders and mental illness has always eluded me. I can competently explain the rationale for treating both concurrently and I happily collaborate with providers who can address significant substance use concerns. But the task of becoming familiar with effective treatments (such as medication-assisted treatment) feels overwhelming to me. This is unfortunate because the need for such expertise clearly exists.
2.6%
The "overall prevalence of hoarding disorder," according to the American Psychiatric Association, "with higher rates for people over 60 years old and people with other psychiatric diagnoses, especially anxiety and depression."