How can individuals with serious mental health conditions ensure their safety in non-psychiatric emergency situations?

Mental illnesses affect a significant portion of the U.S. population, with an estimated 47 million adults experiencing mental health, behavioral, or emotional disorders, constituting 19% of all adults in the country (Mental Health America). Conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, dysthymic disorder, major depression, and anxiety disorders can impact daily activities for those living with […]