Heart disease patients at risk of substance abuse and mental health problems

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) would like to remind Americans that substance abuse and mental health problems affect those with heart disease.  In fact, nearly a million Americans experiencing a serious psychological disorder in the past year also suffered from heart disease.

Similarly more than a quarter of a million Americans who had a substance abuse disorder in the past year also experienced heart disease.

So it's important for the health of your heart as well as your overall wellbeing that you seek help for any substance abuse or mental health problems you may be facing.  By getting treatment you can lead a longer and happier life.

SOURCE Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration