Shortages within the healthcare industry have forced local mental health providers to scale back counseling and other services, making it difficult to keep up with increased demand, especially from lower-income families.
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Since 2020, suicide rates in Rockbridge County and across the nation have increased 4%. The increase is greatest among teens and young adults.
Public health officials, law enforcement and community organizations say shutdowns and limits on social gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic have led to increased drug overdoses among people who are struggling with loneliness and depression.