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NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services
 
 

For Those We Serve

Mental Health Service for Adults

Mental Health involves the way someone balances his or her needs, ambition,Courtesy of US Army by Lori Green abilities, ideals, feelings and conscience in order to meet the demands of everyday life. Mental health influences how we think and feel about our selves and others. It also involves how we interpret specific events. It affects many aspects of our life, including our ability to learn, communicate, and form and sustain relationships.

Mental Illness involves many types of disorders and conditions that affect the way we live our daily lives. We don't know what causes mental illness or how to prevent it. However, there are ways to deal with mental illness and treat the symptoms.

In North Carolina, Local Management Entities(LME) assist consumers in finding the specific services they need. Your local LME will refer you to a provider that is most suited to address your particular challenges.

For more information on services available, please contact the Local Management Entity that serves your county.

 

 

 

 

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