Mental Health & Substance Abuse - Part 1

Aired March 30, 2005

This morning, ideastream begins an in-depth examination of Mental Health issues that can isolate you from family and friends. Producer David C. Barnett begins our focus with a story about how a mental health disorder can be disguised by substance abuse.

Tyrone Young takes time from his college studies for a non-alcoholic drink.

Kim Osborne, Steve Oberlin, and Laura Wissler at the Mental Health Association of Summit County.

See Also: Mental Health & Substance Abuse - Part 2 (Feature Story); A Broken Man Becomes a Fixer (Web Exclusive); Effects of Alcohol and Chemical Dependency on Mental Health (Resources)