A moment of silence for the addict who will pick up for the very first time tonight, not knowing what they are getting themselves into, and for the addict who will pick up for the very last time and never wake up. The relapse & overdose rate has increased by 30% since March 2020. Mental health issues related to the pandemic are especially hard for people with depression and anxiety.
NAMI, The National Alliance on Mental Health has a 24-hour helpline: 800-950-6264.