The Importance of Mental Health
Mental health, how a person thinks and feels, reflects the ability of an individual to effectively deal with life’s everyday situations. A person’s mental health plays an influential role in determining their overall health and well-being, affecting their daily decision-making, ability to cope with stress, and interactions with other individuals. Below are some resources that can help you deal with this very important part of life.

UPMC Mental Health Services

Mental Health and Psychiatric Services	Phone Number
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic	1-877-624-4100
Late-Life Depression Evaluation and Treatment Program	412-624-1886
UPMC Senior Care-Benedum Geriatric Center	412-692-4200
UPMC Senior Care-Shadyside	412-623-2700
Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center	412-692-2700

Accessing Mental Health Services
Contact us to learn more about Mental Health services, or e-mail us your questions.