Coronavirus sparks massive surge in demand for mental health services in L.A. County

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Coronavirus sparks massive surge in demand for mental health services in L.A. County
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L.A. County is offering free access to the Headspace app and encouraging residents to use mental health services during coronavirus crisis.

so far, fear and anxiety have gripped residents worried about jobs, health and an uncertain future.

The county has received roughly 4,000 calls per week in April, which is approximately a 25% increase over April 2019. People who have never utilized mental health services are reaching out for help during the coronavirus pandemic, Barger said. County officials are encouraging residents to utilize its mental health services by calling 854-7771 or texting “LA” to 741741.

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