Mental health resources in Texarkana

TEXARKANA, Texas (KSLA) - Many individuals deal with mental health issues; getting help is always an option.

Reports show 22% of residents in Texarkana suffer from mental health issues. These issues may include eating disorders, schizophrenia and other complications. One social worker says the resources are much needed in Texarkana and across the ArkLaTex.

Andrea Smith, mental health expert and social worker, says mental health

“If we can address mental health issues, a lot of times, we can nip a lot of things in the bud and take care of it before it starts,” Andrea Smith, mental health expert and social worker, said.

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