Educational Materials Alcohol Use Disorder Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) affects just under 10% of the Americans, according to the National Institutes of Health. It is characterized by the usage of alcohol until it is detrimental to the user’s everyday life or the user is unable to manage consumption. AUD is the most widespread substance use disorder in the United States, reaches nearly every community in the country, and is particularly prevalent in rural communities. Depressive Disorders Depressive Disorder, known colloquially as depression, is one of the most common mental health conditions in America. The exact causes of depression vary, but the World Health Organization(WHO) identifies trauma, physical inactivity, harmful use of substances, chronic disease, and genetics as risk factors.Being among the most researched mental health conditions, there’s a long list of treatments for depression. Some treatments for depression include cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral activation(engaging in mood-boosting activities), interpersonal psychotherapy, self-care, antidepressants, and more. Notably, antidepressant medication can have potential adverse effects. Generalized Anxiety Disorder Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or GAD, isn’t just being “a little stressed.” It’s a persistent, hard-to-control worry that sticks around for months, and it can hijack your thoughts, sleep, and even your body. People with GAD face constant worries, tiredness and other symptoms derived from an overactive mind. Why Gen Z Is So Anxious This generation has a problem. Gen Z, more than any past generation, is anxious about life, school, work, love, you name it. It seems like there's some misconception, though, that this is just a trend or quirk, but it is actually a much deeper problem than that.
