Holiday Toolkit for Those Living with Mental Illness and/or Substance Abuse

From Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative of Minnesota, published Dec. 13: As we enter the holiday season, it’s important to remember that there are factors that can make this time stressful for many. The holidays can be a time of stress, anxiety, and worsening mental health, increased risk for those living with mental illness or substance use disorder, and painful grief for those living with the loss of a loved one from these diseases.

There are many steps we can take to protect and improve our well-being during this difficult time. The Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Minnesota continues to work with local organizations and community leaders across Minnesota who are leading in education efforts about substance misuse and mental health. RALI shares a recent blog on the ways we can all support loved ones during the holidays.