Date of Award

5-2025

Document Type

Project

Degree Name

Master of Social Work

Department

School of Social Work

First Reader/Committee Chair

Loveland, Emily

Abstract

It is important to address the mental health crisis in the United States to understand the effects it has on individuals, families, and communities and promote better access to mental health services. The mental health crisis has led to an increase in demand for mental health care and economically the U.S. has not been able to satisfy this demand. This paper raises awareness about the issue by emphasizing the need for better access to mental health, reducing the stigma in mental illness, building resilience in individuals, and connecting people to resources that will create a safer and more welcoming environment. This is to act as a service to individuals that are suffering from mental health issues, raise awareness about the mental health crisis, and bring knowledge to these individuals to utilize existing agencies in their area. The study will provide additional information on the relationship between emergency services, call volumes and mental health services that will lead to more effective strategies for managing the mental health crisis. The specific purpose of this study is to evaluate the correlation between 9-1-1 emergency psychiatric calls in San Bernardino County and the number of mental health services in the area. I plan to collect this data, and I expect the results to contribute to increasing the amount of mental health resources in San Bernardino County.

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