A state law requiring more comprehensive coverage is not weakened by the federal parity law, nor does the federal law preclude a state from enacting stronger parity legislation. Look for unhealthy advertising campaigns, let's unite and get those ad's removed. Christine Hartline, MA response to Ally McBeal feature story. I'm not Anorexic. I Gained 40 pounds and saved my life.
Mental health means something to everyone.
For many, it means minding stress levels and finding a healthy balance between work and home. For those suffering from mental disorders, mental health means learning to manage and overcome their illness. Regardless of what mental health means to individuals, the attention paid to mental health and mental illness is disproportionate to the attention devoted to physical health. Taken collectively, mental illness is the most prevalent health problem in America today. Mental illness is more common than cancer, lung, and heart disease combined.