Some disorders are mild, while others are more disabling and require intensive management and care.
Many of them will be unnecessarily incapacitated for weeks or months because their illness is left untreated. It is vital that Americans know that help is available. As many as eight in 10 people suffering from mental disorders can effectively return to normal, productive lives if they receive appropriate treatment - treatment which is readily available. All rights reserved. All information is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions.