Summer SAD: How Heat Impacts Mental Health
JUL 14, 2025We often associate Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with the winter months and the lack of sunlight, but the summer heat can also take a toll on your mental well-being.
Read MoreNo one thinks it will happen to them, but substance abuse upends families every day. A recent report(1) from the National Institute on Drug Use showed some concerning trends among young adults (age 18-30):
Of the 5.1 million young adults in the US with a substance use disorder, 87% did not get treatment according to SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services. Being aware of and watching for these signs of substance abuse is a first step toward getting people help:
Maybe you’ve noticed these signs and you’re concerned about your loved one. How do you start a conversation? Try these steps from SAMHSA(2):
A primary care provider can be a helpful resource if you’re concerned about or a loved one’s – or your own – substance use or abuse. It’s important to know that health care providers will listen without judgment and guide you to essential resources.
Resources:
2 https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/starting-the-conversation-guide.pdf
We often associate Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with the winter months and the lack of sunlight, but the summer heat can also take a toll on your mental well-being.
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