Young Adults with Mental Health Concerns

TAY is short for transitional age youth, ages16-25, wherever you are along your path to adulthood, independence and recovery from mental health problems. Taking care of your mental health is as important as taking care of your physical health.

Want information? Looking for support? Explore this website for information about local and national resources.

As a starting point, check out Ventura County Local Resources listed on this page.

Questions about medication, where to get help or other related issues? See FAQs and For More Information.

Learn about Recovery from Mental Illness and How to Talk about Mental Illness.

For ideas for simple things you can do to help yourself be well and stay well, see the Wellness Action Plan.

Have you ever heard someone implying that people with mental illnesses have low IQs? See Myths and Facts for that and other common myths.

If you have suggestions for other topics and resources that would be useful to find here, please let us know – email mhsa@venturacounty.gov.