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Berks man runs across Pennsylvania to raise money, awareness for mental health causes
Berks man runs across Pennsylvania to raise money, awareness for mental health causes...
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Cardiovascular Heart Disease: From Molecular Mechanisms to Lifestyle Medicine
Cardiovascular disease remains a leading global cause of death, and we break down its pathology, risk factors, and the critical role of lifestyle intervention.
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Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment Market In 2029
EINPresswire/ -- "Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment Market to Surpass $2 billion in 2029. In comparison, the Community Oncology Services market, which…
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Cybin Initiates At-The-Market Equity Program of up to US$100 Million
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Discovery Channel star Chad Ollinger claimed cellmate he killed was pedophile
Discovery Channel reality star Chad Ollinger told police he killed his cellmate because he just “knew” the man was a pedophile, despite lacking any evidence to support…
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Dr Drew says addicts must 'surrender' as trendy resets mask bigger addiction problems
Addiction expert Dr. Drew warns that trendy "Dry January" and "dopamine detox" resets may signal deeper addiction issues. Learn what actually works for lasting recovery…
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Head Injuries Linked To Suicide Risk, Researchers Say
A new study published in Neurology indicates that head injuries substantially increase a person's risk of suicide, with those who sustain a head injury 21% more likely…
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How to extend and improve your life by getting more creative
Growing evidence reveals that creativity is one of the best-kept secrets for boosting your health. From live theatre to a quick crafting break, here’s...
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Idaho Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit over Medicaid mental health contract
The Idaho Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit from a bidder for an Idaho Medicaid contract to run mental health services.
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Kentucky secures $212.9 million for rural health under federal plan
Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday that Kentucky’s Rural Health Transformation Plan has been accepted in full by the Trump administration, securing $212.9 million in…
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Maine to get $190M in federal funding to improve rural health care access
The funding will also support growing the clinical workforce with training, residencies and recruitment and retention incentives to replace clinicians who are retiring.
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Man accused of threatening to burn down home must undergo mental health evaluation
Man accused of threatening to burn down home must undergo mental health evaluation...
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Massachusetts is in line for $162 million in federal rural health aid
CMS said the funding will support states as they expand access to care in rural communities, strengthen the rural health care workforce, modernize facilities and…
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MedCity FemFwd: The Importance of Virtual Maternal-Fetal Medicine
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Blake Porter, chief of maternal-fetal medicine with Access TeleCare. He discusses the need to expand access to virtual…
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Michigan to get $173M in federal funds to ‘strengthen rural health’
The state’s funding is part of a $50 billion “Rural Health Transformation Program,” which was created as part of President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill.
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Nearly one third of Central Indiana women report depressive symptoms. There are limited places for them to turn
Nearly one third of Central Indiana women report depressive symptoms. There are limited places for them to turn...
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New Hampshire to receive $200 million grant to address rural health needs
The federal money comes after years of consolidation and closures among New Hampshire’s rural hospitals and health care providers.
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New teen mental health program launching in Arkansas as 988 texts surge among youth
New teen mental health program launching in Arkansas as 988 texts surge among youth...
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Oregon County Group and State Strike Major Deal on Mental Health Care
Oregon County Group and State Strike Major Deal on Mental Health Care...
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Pennsylvania nursing home ranked among best in the country
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) announced that Newsweek has ranked a Pennsylvania-based nursing home as one...
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Pristiq (desvenlafaxine)
What is Pristiq? Pristiq is a brand-name prescription drug that’s used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. MDD is a serious mental health condition. It’s…
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Rural Colorado hospitals, health centers expected to see $1B in federal investments over next 5 years
Colorado is expected to receive $1 billion in new federal funding for rural health care over the next five years, far more than what officials had initially anticipated…
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Rural health care in New Hampshire to benefit from $204 million federal funding
New Hampshire secures $204 million in federal funding to improve rural health care, expanding access and quality of care across the state.
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Testogen Review: Everything You Need to Know About Testogen Effectiveness
Testosterone is the quintessential male hormone pivotal in men’s health and vitality. From building lean muscle mass and boosting energy levels to enhancing libido and…
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Texas gets largest share of reconciliation law’s rural health fund
The Trump administration on Monday announced that all 50 states will receive proceeds from a $50 billion rural health fund, the creation of which helped secure the…
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Texas Secures $1.4 Billion Federal Boost for Rural Health Care Revitalization
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a historic $1.4 billion in federal funding to enhance rural healthcare across the state, emphasizing its potential to transform…
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Understanding Childhood Obesity: Causes, Treatments and How to Reduce Stigma
TUESDAY, Dec. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — While childhood obesity has become more common in recent years, this is a condition that is about more than just weight.
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Utah receives $195 million in federal funding to support rural healthcare in 2026
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has awarded Utah $195 million to strengthen rural health and medical care in fiscal year 2026, under the federal Rural…
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War-weary Ukrainians seek healing nature in their vast national parks
War-weary Ukrainians seek healing nature in their vast national parks...
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Wasting less and feeding more: simple ways to make food go further
Source: Lauren Batey, Program Coordinator for the WiN-WiN Project...
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We'll learn about LSD's potential for treating anxiety in 2026
Two later-stage trials investigating LSD for treating anxiety are due to conclude in 2026, which could lead to the drug being approved for the common mental health…
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What causes fatigue, and how to treat it
Fatigue can result from a mental or physical health condition, medication use, or chronic pain, among other reasons. Treatment involves managing the underlying cause.…
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2025 mental health rankings: How does Ohio compare to other states?
2025 mental health rankings: How does Ohio compare to other states?...
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$50 Billion Rural Healthcare Boost For All US States
The new initiative will award every state in the U.S. funding to help strengthen healthcare in rural communities.
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9 Best Fidget Toys for Anxiety and Focus
Fidget toys are tools that may help children and adults to focus and destress. However, there is little scientific evidence that these products affect focus. A quick…
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A looming question confronts California counties: How will they pay for the uninsured?
Millions gained health coverage under the Affordable Care Act, reducing pressure on counties to fund care. With federal policies expected to reverse t...
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Alzheimer’s Symptoms Reversed in Mice with NAD+ and Nanoparticle Therapies
Recent breakthroughs in mouse models have reversed Alzheimer's symptoms by restoring NAD+ levels, reducing plaques, and improving cognition. Nanoparticle therapies…
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Columbia Gorge Family Medicine turns 40
Columbia Gorge Family Medicine, a doctor-owned practice in Hood River, is marking its 40th year of operation. Founded by Dr. Paul Sanders four decades ago in a modest…
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FDA panelists questioned antidepressants in pregnancy. But doctors call them a lifeline.
Medical experts are concerned that a July panel discussion convened by the FDA could lead to more cases of untreated depression during or after pregnancy.
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Federal judge rules in favor of lawsuit filed by New Mexico, 15 other states to restore mental health funding
Federal judge rules in favor of lawsuit filed by New Mexico, 15 other states to restore mental health funding...
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Global Momentum Builds: CCHR Urges Final Ban on Coercive Psychiatric Practices
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 29, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), the world’s longest-running mental-health watchdog,…
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Good News: Your Coffee Habit May Be Making You Biologically Younger
Pour another cup: Your daily coffee habit might do more than boost energy. New research suggests it could be linked to slower biological aging.
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Hartford Healthcare, CT Attorney General Reach Deal To Limit Cost Increases In Sale of Manchester, Rockville Hospitals
The agreement limits cost increases that Hartford Healthcare can impose at Manchester and Rockville for two years.
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How a new $50 billion CMS program plans to transform rural health care in all 50 states
All 50 states will receive grants under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services new Rural Health Transformation Program designed to modernize health care in rural…
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Kentucky to receive $212.9M from feds to strengthen rural health care
Kentucky will receive $212.9 million from President Donald Trump’s administration over the next five years to improve rural health care, state officials said Monday.
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Louisiana will get $208M to help rural health care. Here’s how it will be used.
Louisiana will get more than $208 million from the federal Rural Health Transformation Program, which the state plans to spend on efforts like treating chronic health…
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Can holiday stress trigger a heart attack?
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More than 20 children abandoned in Georgia hospitals this year is a warning of persistent gaps in mental health care
More than 20 children abandoned in Georgia hospitals this year is a warning of persistent gaps in mental health care...
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New behavioral health crisis center coming in 2026
A new $28 million behavioral health crisis center is set to open in September, housed in a three-story medical building on the old St. Vincent Charity Medical Center…
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New CMS program will dish out $50 billion in state grants to modernize rural health care
All 50 states will receive grants under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services new Rural Health Transformation Program designed to modernize health care in rural…
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New mothers charged with crimes would get mental health screenings, treatments under bill
New mothers charged with crimes would get mental health screenings, treatments under bill...
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NH lands $200M annually to transform rural health
The state will get a boost of more than $200 million in federal money annually over the next five years to help transform rural health.
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NH lands $204M to transform rural health care
The state will get a boost of more than $200 million in federal money starting next year to help transform rural health, and more will be on the way over the next five…
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Pennsylvania health care in 2025
HARRISBURG — Perhaps more than any other area of concern, the story of Pennsylvania’s health care in 2025 has been carved out in reactions to the massive policy swings…
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TTUHSC: Making mental health a priority in the New Year
While occasional anxious feelings can serve as helpful protective signals to plan and act, problems arise when they escalate.
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UT Southwestern tapped to run DFW's first state behavioral health hospital
UT Southwestern was selected by the state to run the Texas Behavioral Health Center — the first state behavioral health hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The…
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‘We want to be here in 50 years’: Emplify CEO on the health system’s future
Emplify Health CEO Scott Rathgaber discusses the health system's challenges and opportunities in the new year, including inflation, policy uncertainty, and the…
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West central Minnesota support groups and other health resources published Dec. 24, 2025
The meeting details for support groups in Willmar and other west central Minnesota cities are included here, plus various other health-related resourc...
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What is the relationship between depression and hepatitis C?
Depression and hepatitis C are two separate conditions. However, people with hepatitis C may have an increased risk of developing depression. Hepatitis C may increase a…
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Are IV Vitamin Infusions Worth the Hype?
IV vitamin infusions are booming, but does the therapy actually work? Here’s what’s inside these infusions, whether they deliver real health benefits, and what experts…
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Bad flu season getting worse; skyrocketing cases set state record
The flu season is hitting in full force, especially in New York, Colorado and Louisiana, where flu-like activity is very high, according to the CDC.
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Celexa (citalopram)
What is Celexa? Celexa is a brand-name prescription medication that’s used to treat depression in adults. Depression is a type of mood disorder in which you have…
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Former Laramie mayor charged with stealing from Wyoming mental health group
Former Laramie mayor charged with stealing from Wyoming mental health group...
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How to spot added sugars hiding in plain sight
People probably don’t know how much sugar they’re eating. Up to 57 pounds per year, according to the American Heart Association. And the culprit isn’t just glazed…
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New York Law Mandates Mental Health Warnings on Social Media for Minors
New York has enacted a law requiring social media platforms to display mental health warnings for minors on addictive features like infinite scrolling and algorithmic…
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Psychiatry in 2025: Year in Review
Psychiatry in 2025 has seen major FDA approvals and clinical advances in treatments for depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia, and anxiety, transforming care…
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What researchers have discovered about maternal, infant health under Texas’ abortion laws
DALLAS — In the more than four years since the state of Texas significantly restricted access to abortion, medical researchers have been studying the health effects of…
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What to know about anxiety
Key takeaways Anxiety is a common emotion involving fear, tension, or worry in response to real or perceived threats. It triggers the body’s stress response, causing…
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What to know about teen anxiety and depression
Teen anxiety and depression are not medically different mental health conditions from adult anxiety and depression. However, the symptoms of these conditions may present…
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5 fitness trends that went viral in 2025 — experts weigh hype vs results
Discover 2025's hottest fitness trends, from TikTok's viral 12-3-30 workout to weighted vest training and more. Experts weigh in on whether they live up to the hype.
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A middle-class family’s only option: A $43,000 health insurance premium
The squeeze here is a symptom of broader trouble in American health care. In some regions, the expected rollback of enhanced subsidies has destabilized the economics of…
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Allegheny County to implement involuntary outpatient mental health care services
Allegheny County announced it will implement assisted outpatient treatment (AOT) starting January 1, becoming the first Pennsylvania county to activate this…
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Best Short-Term Health Insurance Companies Of 2025
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Cobb Collaborative gets $25K for mental health initiative
Cobb Collaborative has received a $25,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta to expand its Mind Your Mind mental health initiative, which aims to…
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Experts concerned over Trump admin cuts to mental health programs
Federal mental health agencies and experts warn that Trump administration cuts and policy reversals could substantially harm access to treatment and research. Multiple…
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Federal cuts and reversals upend California health care in 2025
California health care was hit hard in 2025: more than 3 million may lose Medicaid, Covered California subsidies at risk.
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Health Centers Meant to Make Care Affordable Are Suing Patients for Unpaid Bills
Patients’ finances can be devastated by lawsuits, especially with the interest charges, lawyer fees, and court costs.
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Here’s what Dry January does to your body
It’s not just better sleep — cutting back on alcohol may improve your blood sugar levels, blood pressure, insulin resistance and more.
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HIV and AIDS Diagnoses - Key Data on Health and Health Care by Race and Ethnicity
Racial and ethnic disparities in health and health care remain persistent challenges in the United States, with ongoing inequities rooted in historical and systemic…
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How to Shop for Health Insurance Covering Mental Health
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Infertility and depression: Symptoms and coping
Infertility can cause distress, and many people experience bouts of stress, sadness, or feelings of hopelessness. Sometimes, infertility can lead to depression. Research…
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Joseph Tater, US man awaiting trial in Russia, sent to psychiatric hospital
Joseph Tater, a 46-year-old U.S. citizen arrested in Moscow in August 2024, was forcibly sent to a psychiatric hospital after a Russian court agreed to a request from…
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Maine lawmaker plans to submit mental health resources bill for heritage industries
Maine lawmaker plans to submit mental health resources bill for heritage industries...
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Medical cost trend: Behind the numbers 2026
Medical cost trends are hovering at rates reminiscent of 15 years ago as the U.S. healthcare system faces powerful inflationary forces with few deflationary…
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Mental health programs could bear the brunt of $600M federal cuts to Texas schools
Texas schools face at least $600 million in federal funding cuts, with multiple mental health programs at risk, particularly those implemented in response to the…
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More than 20 children abandoned in Georgia hospitals this year is a warning of persistent gaps in mental health care
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NC turns to mobile clinics to expand substance use treatment
North Carolina is turning to mobile clinics as a key strategy to expand access to medications for opioid use disorder, bringing treatment directly to communities with…
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New Mental Health Warning Labels on Social Media Apps Applies to Millions
Enforcement authority is granted to the New York attorney general, who can seek civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation.
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New York Law Mandates Mental Health Warnings on Addictive Social Media for Youth
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a law on December 26, 2025, requiring social media platforms with addictive features like infinite scrolling and algorithmic feeds…
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Pain during opioid addiction treatment tied to worse outcomes
Uncontrolled pain during opioid addiction treatment is strongly linked to treatment failure, according to a Virginia Tech study of 602 people. Researchers found that…
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Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County implementing involuntary outpatient mental health care services
Officials were motivated by people's calls for helping someone before they reach the legal threshold of being a danger to themselves or others.
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Prevalence of diagnosed mental health conditions among US children with public and commercial insurance
Medicaid-insured children have significantly higher diagnosed mental health condition prevalence than commercially insured children, reflecting disparities in access to…
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Quitting smoking is associated with recovery from other addictions
Adults addicted to alcohol or other drugs who also quit smoking are significantly more likely to achieve sustained recovery from their substance use disorder, according…
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State DOJ ‘reviewing our options’ in Scrivner case
The state Attorney General’s Office said it is reviewing its options following the granting of a mental health diversion in the case of former Kern County Supervisor…
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Student Spotlight: Linh Tran
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Treating anxiety without medication
Key takeaways Current research indicates that fish oil is not an effective treatment for high cholesterol, and some studies suggest that the DHA in fish oil may even…
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Treehouse Thailand Announces Breakthrough Mental Health Treatment Using Brainmapping Analysis
EINPresswire/ -- Treehouse Thailand, the only rehabilitation center in the region specializing in mental health and trauma with advanced diagnostic capabilities, has ...
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Trump Administration Walks Back Mental Health Parity in Insurance Coverage
The Trump administration has decided to reconsider a federal rule passed during the Biden administration that strengthened enforcement of the Mental Health Parity and…
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Trump’s Rollback of Rules for Mental Health Coverage Could Lead More Americans to Go Without Care
The Trump administration paused newly issued mental health insurance protections during its second term, despite having backed mental health funding during his first…
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Tygart Lake State Park to host annual First Day Hike on New Year’s Day
GRAFTON, W.Va. — As the calendar turns and New Year’s resolutions take shape, many people look for ways to jump-start a healthier lifestyle. Tygart La...
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Washington’s homeless hide in plain sight, growing sicker and costing taxpayers more
WASHINGTON — Every night, Abdullah Ibrahim retreats from the streets into a wooded stretch along the Potomac River....
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What to know about caffeine and anxiety
Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant, and consuming too much can lead to symptoms of anxiety. These can include restlessness, feelings of uneasiness, and rapid…
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You finally got a doctor’s appointment. Here’s how to get the most out of it
Getting the most out of a doctor’s visit requires some advance preparation.
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Youth mental health cases increase by 76% in 4 years
Mental health diagnoses among Korean youth surged dramatically, with children and teens receiving treatment increasing by 76.6 percent over four years to surpass 350,000…
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3 Vt. mental health providers accused of Medicaid fraud
3 Vt. mental health providers accused of Medicaid fraud [Vermont News]
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A clinic in Alaska is trying to help people with addiction survive incarceration
A clinic in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula is providing monthly buprenorphine shots to treat opioid use disorder, including for people anticipating incarceration. The…
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A growing psychiatrist shortage and an enormous demand for mental health services
The United States faces a critical shortage of psychiatrists amid soaring demand for mental health care. One out of every 5 people had a mental illness in 2019, totaling…
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Abbott House plans acquisition of Wellfully to expand youth mental health services in western South Dakota
Abbott House plans acquisition of Wellfully to expand youth mental health services in western South Dakota [South Dakota News]
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Addiction Professionals of North Carolina announces two new centers to address behavioral health workforce and gambling crises in North Carolina
Addiction Professionals of North Carolina announces two new centers to address behavioral health workforce and gambling crises in North Carolina [North Carolina News]
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Addressing Alaska's 'staggering' mental health care crisis
Addressing Alaska's 'staggering' mental health care crisis [Alaska News]
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Addressing community mental health needs in the United States: a comparison of the federal Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic and Massachusetts Community Behavioral Health Center models
Addressing community mental health needs in the United States: a comparison of the federal Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic and Massachusetts Community…
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Advocates push for private insurance to cover child mental health services in New Hampshire
Advocates push for private insurance to cover child mental health services in New Hampshire [New Hampshire News]
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AI Chatbots Addicting Kids: Risks of Isolation, Self-Harm, and Suicide
AI chatbots like Character.AI are addicting children and teens, offering constant companionship that leads to social isolation, sleep disruption, self-harm, and even…
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Alabama Department of Mental Health encourages drug addiction recover for National Recovery Month
Alabama Department of Mental Health encourages drug addiction recover for National Recovery Month [Alabama News]
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Alabama offers free mental health and substance abuse training for employers
Alabama offers free mental health and substance abuse training for employers [Alabama News]
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Alabama Promised to Improve Psychiatric Care for Men Charged With Crimes. They Still Wait Years
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Alabama veterans mental health plan focuses on crisis care, treatment access
Alabama veterans mental health plan focuses on crisis care, treatment access [Alabama News]
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Amid Crisis, NH Begins to Transform its Mental Health System
Amid Crisis, NH Begins to Transform its Mental Health System [New Hampshire News]
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Amid suicide crisis, the Army says it will rush mental health providers to Alaska
Amid suicide crisis, the Army says it will rush mental health providers to Alaska [Alaska News]
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Antidepressants vs Placebo for Moderate to Severe Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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Anxiety disorders
Anxiety disorders are the world's most common mental disorders, affecting 359 million people in 2021, with more women affected than men. Approximately 1 in 4 people with…
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APA Foundation: Notice. Talk. Act.® at School Makes Space for Mental Health | Psychiatric News
APA Foundation: Notice. Talk. Act.® at School Makes Space for Mental Health | Psychiatric News [Alaska News]
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Arizona mental health advocate says changes to 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline are dangerous
Arizona mental health advocate says changes to 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline are dangerous [Arizona News]
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Arizona scores 2nd to last in US rankings for mental health, substance abuse
Arizona scores 2nd to last in US rankings for mental health, substance abuse [Arizona News]
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Arkansas Crisis Center rolls out new mental health program for teens
Arkansas Crisis Center rolls out new mental health program for teens [Arkansas News]
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Arkansas Crisis Center to launch new mental health program for teens
Arkansas Crisis Center to launch new mental health program for teens [Arkansas News]
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Arkansas to raise mental health Medicaid pay
Arkansas to raise mental health Medicaid pay [Arkansas News]
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As Montana’s Mental Health Crisis Care Crumbles, Politicians Promise Aid
As Montana’s Mental Health Crisis Care Crumbles, Politicians Promise Aid [Montana News]
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Association of Arizona’s Implementation of a Behavioral Health Crisis Response System With Suicide Hospitalizations
Association of Arizona’s Implementation of a Behavioral Health Crisis Response System With Suicide Hospitalizations [Arizona News]
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Audit: CT mental health and addiction agency can't find $64K in purchases
Audit: CT mental health and addiction agency can't find $64K in purchases [Connecticut News]
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Behavioral Health Administration working on streamlining mental health help in Colorado
Behavioral Health Administration working on streamlining mental health help in Colorado [Colorado News]
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Behavioral Health Summit encourages change in MS drug, mental health services. See details
Behavioral Health Summit encourages change in MS drug, mental health services. See details [Mississippi News]
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Belmont Behavioral Health to provide mental health services to Delaware County
Belmont Behavioral Health to provide mental health services to Delaware County [Delaware News]
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Bloomington, IU resources for mental health and suicide
Bloomington, IU resources for mental health and suicide [Indiana News]
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota names Brett Hart, PhD, as Vice President of Behavioral Health and Mental Health Parity
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota names Brett Hart, PhD, as Vice President of Behavioral Health and Mental Health Parity [Minnesota News]
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Branford man overcame addiction to help others as addiction counselor: 'I found my calling'
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Bridges to Mental Health helps Nebraska tackle psychiatric provider shortage - 6 p.m.
Bridges to Mental Health helps Nebraska tackle psychiatric provider shortage - 6 p.m. [Nebraska News]
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Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services Launches $2 Million Capital Campaign to Expand Outpatient Mental Health Services in Union County, NJ
Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services Launches $2 Million Capital Campaign to Expand Outpatient Mental Health Services in Union County, NJ [New Jersey News]
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Can the party drug ketamine be a mental health breakthrough? It was for me
Ketamine, first synthesized in the 1960s as an anesthetic, is gaining recognition as a treatment for mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, and…
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Case Report: Generalized anxiety disorder and hypertension: a bidirectional loop unraveled by integrated management
Bidirectional Links Between Anxiety and Hypertension A case study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry describes a 61-year-old male with 26-year refractory hypertension…
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Center for Behavioral Health and Justice, Michigan Mental Health Diversion Council report marks a decade of dedication to a safe and healthy Michigan
Center for Behavioral Health and Justice, Michigan Mental Health Diversion Council report marks a decade of dedication to a safe and healthy Michigan [Michigan News]
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Central Wyoming Counseling Center Expands Services Across the Region, Strengthening Access to Behavioral Health Care
Central Wyoming Counseling Center Expands Services Across the Region, Strengthening Access to Behavioral Health Care [Wyoming News]
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Climate change’s hidden cost: Mental health crisis among Montana’s farmers and ranchers
Climate change’s hidden cost: Mental health crisis among Montana’s farmers and ranchers [Montana News]
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Collaborating through a crisis: More than 50% of Central Mass. ER beds are taken up by mental health patients waiting for treatment
Collaborating through a crisis: More than 50% of Central Mass. ER beds are taken up by mental health patients waiting for treatment [Massachusetts News]
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Colorado mom whose 14-year-old died by suicide pushes for better emergency room care for kids in mental health crisis
Colorado mom whose 14-year-old died by suicide pushes for better emergency room care for kids in mental health crisis [Colorado News]
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Combating Illicit Opioids
Opioid overdose remains the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45, with synthetic opioids like fentanyl driving a surge in fatalities. In 2021,…
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Commitment Crisis: DHS violating Minnesota’s ‘48-hour law’ for mental health treatment
Commitment Crisis: DHS violating Minnesota’s ‘48-hour law’ for mental health treatment [Minnesota News]
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Community behavioral health centers in Mass. see big demand for one-stop mental health care
Community behavioral health centers in Mass. see big demand for one-stop mental health care [Massachusetts News]
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Connie Greene Honored by New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies
Connie Greene Honored by New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies [New Jersey News]
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Could This Novel Therapy Calm Anxiety for Millions of Americans?
Novel LSD Therapy Shows Promise for Anxiety Disorder Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) affects 1 in 20 U.S. adults, with severe cases causing patients to isolate and…
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County commissioners in negotiations with Creoks Behavioral Health Services as new mental health provider
County commissioners in negotiations with Creoks Behavioral Health Services as new mental health provider [Oklahoma News]
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‘Crisis’ ebbs: Minnesota student mental health rebounds post-pandemic
‘Crisis’ ebbs: Minnesota student mental health rebounds post-pandemic [Minnesota News]
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Del. police add behavioral health unit to answer addiction, mental health needs
Del. police add behavioral health unit to answer addiction, mental health needs [Delaware News]
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Details are scarce on how Oklahoma’s plan to privatize Medicaid will affect mental health services
Details are scarce on how Oklahoma’s plan to privatize Medicaid will affect mental health services [Oklahoma News]
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District 42 preview: O'Brien voices concern about behavioral health, addiction crisis in North Dakota
District 42 preview: O'Brien voices concern about behavioral health, addiction crisis in North Dakota [North Dakota News]
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Docs: Owner of Indianapolis mental health provider had more than $2.7 million in fraudulent Medicaid charges
Docs: Owner of Indianapolis mental health provider had more than $2.7 million in fraudulent Medicaid charges [Indiana News]
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Does exercise really improve mental health?
A recent study from the University of Georgia challenges the conventional focus on exercise duration, suggesting instead that how, where, and why people exercise matters…
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Dr. Beaman Takes Helm as New Chief Medical Officer for Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Dr. Beaman Takes Helm as New Chief Medical Officer for Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services [Oklahoma News]
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ECU Health and for-profit giant Acadia team up to open new psychiatric hospital
New Psychiatric Hospital Opens in Rural North Carolina ECU Health Behavioral Health Hospital, a joint venture between nonprofit ECU Health and Tennessee-based Acadia…
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EXCLUSIVE: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner creates Georgia’s first-ever tiny home mobile mental health clinic
EXCLUSIVE: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner creates Georgia’s first-ever tiny home mobile mental health clinic [Georgia News]
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‘Fail safe’ proposed for Louisiana colleges students in mental health crisis
‘Fail safe’ proposed for Louisiana colleges students in mental health crisis [Louisiana News]
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Federal Funding Cuts to Medicaid and Public Health Will Worsen Kentucky’s Opioid Crisis
Federal Funding Cuts to Medicaid and Public Health Will Worsen Kentucky’s Opioid Crisis [Kentucky News]
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Fentanyl-Linked Overdose Deaths Among Seniors Soar 9,000% in 8 Years
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Fields Psychiatric Consultants wants to increase access to mental health care
Fields Psychiatric Consultants wants to increase access to mental health care [Hawaii News]
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Fight Substance Abuse, Improve Mental Health Care to Help More Georgians
Fight Substance Abuse, Improve Mental Health Care to Help More Georgians [Georgia News]
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Florence, Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky team up to address substance abuse, mental health issues
Florence, Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky team up to address substance abuse, mental health issues [Kentucky News]
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Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bills boosting mental health care, addiction treatment programs
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bills boosting mental health care, addiction treatment programs [Florida News]
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Former NH addiction treatment center CEO faces conspiracy, vandalism charges in court
Former NH addiction treatment center CEO faces conspiracy, vandalism charges in court [New Hampshire News]
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Former Walter Reed Navy Nurse and Savage, Minnesota Native Accepted into USU Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Former Walter Reed Navy Nurse and Savage, Minnesota Native Accepted into USU Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program [Minnesota News]
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Free counseling bridges mental health gap in rural South Georgia
Free counseling bridges mental health gap in rural South Georgia [Georgia News]
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From 911 to 988: How does Missouri’s investment in a behavioral health crisis network improve mental health care?
From 911 to 988: How does Missouri’s investment in a behavioral health crisis network improve mental health care? [Missouri News]
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Georgia’s Medicaid shake-up raises concerns for foster kids mental health access
Georgia’s Medicaid shake-up raises concerns for foster kids mental health access [Georgia News]
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Gift from Betsy B. Ryan ’98 MA Provides Scholarship Support for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Gift from Betsy B. Ryan ’98 MA Provides Scholarship Support for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program [Massachusetts News]
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Glore Psychiatric Museum Is A Missouri Mental Health Time Capsule
Glore Psychiatric Museum Is A Missouri Mental Health Time Capsule [Missouri News]
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GLP-1s show promise in treating alcohol and drug addiction
A new paper published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society explores the potential of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1RAs) for treating alcohol and…
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Governor’s bill to restructure mental health, substance abuse care in Iowa moves forward
Governor’s bill to restructure mental health, substance abuse care in Iowa moves forward [Iowa News]
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Grand jury charges two Kentucky behavioral health providers illegally billed Medicaid
Grand jury charges two Kentucky behavioral health providers illegally billed Medicaid [Kentucky News]
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He built New Hampshire’s largest addiction treatment network. Now, he faces accusations of sexual misconduct.
He built New Hampshire’s largest addiction treatment network. Now, he faces accusations of sexual misconduct. [New Hampshire News]
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Health grant cuts upend medical research, mental health and addiction services in Minnesota
Health grant cuts upend medical research, mental health and addiction services in Minnesota [Minnesota News]
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‘Heartbreaking’: Providence shutters inpatient mental health crisis program for kids
‘Heartbreaking’: Providence shutters inpatient mental health crisis program for kids [Alaska News]
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Help for mental health, drugs, alcohol – AR Medicaid, CHIP
Help for mental health, drugs, alcohol – AR Medicaid, CHIP [Arkansas News]
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Help for mental health, drugs, alcohol – MN Medicaid, CHIP
Help for mental health, drugs, alcohol – MN Medicaid, CHIP [Minnesota News]
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Help is Here: Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Services
Help is Here: Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Services [North Dakota News]
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Holiday season brings increased relapse risk for those in addiction recovery
The holiday season presents heightened risks for individuals in addiction recovery, with substance abuse relapse rates rising significantly during this period. According…
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HOPES opens behavioral health clinic to expand mental health care access in Northern Nevada
HOPES opens behavioral health clinic to expand mental health care access in Northern Nevada [Nevada News]
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How a woman in rural South Dakota got the mental health treatment that changed her life
How a woman in rural South Dakota got the mental health treatment that changed her life [South Dakota News]
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How does Missouri’s investment in a behavioral health crisis network improve mental health care?
How does Missouri’s investment in a behavioral health crisis network improve mental health care? [Missouri News]
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How Indiana's new mental health hospital will change psychiatric care
How Indiana's new mental health hospital will change psychiatric care [Indiana News]
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Huntsman Mental Health Institute at the University of Utah Welcomes Steve Eliason as Inaugural Senior Director of Behavioral Health Policy
Huntsman Mental Health Institute at the University of Utah Welcomes Steve Eliason as Inaugural Senior Director of Behavioral Health Policy [Utah News]
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Huntsman Mental Health Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Behavioral Health Integration Program
Huntsman Mental Health Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Behavioral Health Integration Program [Utah News]
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Icarus Behavioral Health Announces JCAHO Accredited Albuquerque Inpatient Rehab and Mental Health Programs for New Mexico
Icarus Behavioral Health Announces JCAHO Accredited Albuquerque Inpatient Rehab and Mental Health Programs for New Mexico [New Mexico News]
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Icarus Behavioral Health Idaho Announces its Opening and Offers Comprehensive Mental Health and Addiction Treatment in Boise and Surrounding Areas
Icarus Behavioral Health Idaho Announces its Opening and Offers Comprehensive Mental Health and Addiction Treatment in Boise and Surrounding Areas [Idaho News]
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Idaho Behavioral Health Council releases state mental health four-year plan
Idaho Behavioral Health Council releases state mental health four-year plan [Idaho News]
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Idaho faces another lawsuit over Medicaid mental health cut
Idaho faces another lawsuit over Medicaid mental health cut [Idaho News]
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Idaho faces another lawsuit over Medicaid mental health cuts
Idaho faces another lawsuit over Medicaid mental health cuts [Idaho News]
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Idaho Medicaid cuts eliminate mental health peer support, leaves dozens of clients without services
Idaho Medicaid cuts eliminate mental health peer support, leaves dozens of clients without services [Idaho News]
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Idaho Medicaid mental health contractor to cut doctor pay rates by 4%-15%
Idaho Medicaid mental health contractor to cut doctor pay rates by 4%-15% [Idaho News]
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Idaho mental health clinics sue state over Medicaid contractor’s cuts
Idaho mental health clinics sue state over Medicaid contractor’s cuts [Idaho News]
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Idaho sheriffs worry Medicaid mental health cuts pose ‘significant public-safety concern’
Idaho sheriffs worry Medicaid mental health cuts pose ‘significant public-safety concern’ [Idaho News]
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Indiana FSSA names new Division of Mental Health and Addiction director
Indiana FSSA names new Division of Mental Health and Addiction director [Indiana News]
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Indiana refocuses efforts on mental health needs at new psychiatric hospital
Indiana refocuses efforts on mental health needs at new psychiatric hospital [Indiana News]
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Iowa City mental health center reshapes response to addiction, mental illness
Iowa City mental health center reshapes response to addiction, mental illness [Iowa News]
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'It's just about supporting people' | Dozens of central Indiana motorcyclists ride for men's mental health awareness, suicide prevention
'It's just about supporting people' | Dozens of central Indiana motorcyclists ride for men's mental health awareness, suicide prevention [Indiana News]
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Kapoor Named Director of Forensic Services at Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Kapoor Named Director of Forensic Services at Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services [Connecticut News]
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Ksana Health and Children's Wisconsin Announce Innovative Digital Mental Health Partnership to Enhance Pediatric Behavioral Health Care
Ksana Health and Children's Wisconsin Announce Innovative Digital Mental Health Partnership to Enhance Pediatric Behavioral Health Care [Wisconsin News]
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Lamont Nominates Nancy Navarretta Mental Health and Addiction Services Post
Lamont Nominates Nancy Navarretta Mental Health and Addiction Services Post [Connecticut News]
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Latino Behavioral Health and the University of Utah: Collaborating to Improve Mental Health in West Valley City
Latino Behavioral Health and the University of Utah: Collaborating to Improve Mental Health in West Valley City [Utah News]
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Lawmaker plans to help Mississippi cities, counties spend opioid settlement funds on mental health
Lawmaker plans to help Mississippi cities, counties spend opioid settlement funds on mental health [Mississippi News]
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Letter to the editors: Mental health talk brings NIMBYs out in Moccasin Bend relocation
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Leveraging Medicaid for School-Based Behavioral Health Services: Findings from a Survey of State Medicaid Programs
Leveraging Medicaid for School-Based Behavioral Health Services: Findings from a Survey of State Medicaid Programs [South Carolina News]
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Louisiana Behavioral Health continues to meet large demands for mental health services with inpatient and outpatient care
Louisiana Behavioral Health continues to meet large demands for mental health services with inpatient and outpatient care [Louisiana News]
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Louisiana may have lost federal funding for substance abuse, mental health programs
Louisiana may have lost federal funding for substance abuse, mental health programs [Louisiana News]
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McKee proposes reviving Fatima's long-term psychiatric bed unit to ease mental health crisis
McKee proposes reviving Fatima's long-term psychiatric bed unit to ease mental health crisis [Rhode Island News]
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Medicaid 1915(i) Behavioral Health Services and Supports
Medicaid 1915(i) Behavioral Health Services and Supports [North Dakota News]
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Medicaid cuts are likely to worsen mental health care in rural America
Medicaid cuts are likely to worsen mental health care in rural America [Idaho News]
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Medicaid cuts threaten Michigan’s mental health
Medicaid cuts threaten Michigan’s mental health [Michigan News]
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Medicaid cuts would destabilize mental health care: How Michigan is responding
Medicaid cuts would destabilize mental health care: How Michigan is responding [Michigan News]
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Medicaid cuts would make Arizona's mental health crisis even worse | Opinion
Medicaid cuts would make Arizona's mental health crisis even worse | Opinion [Arizona News]
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Mental health advocate Johnson: Don’t stigmatize mental health. SD needs a psychiatric residential treatment facility in state
Mental health advocate Johnson: Don’t stigmatize mental health. SD needs a psychiatric residential treatment facility in state [South Dakota News]
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Mental health care is limited in rural Minnesota. It’s also most vulnerable to Medicaid cuts.
Mental health care is limited in rural Minnesota. It’s also most vulnerable to Medicaid cuts. [Minnesota News]
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Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester announces status as one of NH’s first Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics
Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester announces status as one of NH’s first Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics [New Hampshire News]
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Mental Health Crisis impacting Siouxland emergency rooms, laws in Iowa working to address area psychiatric medical institutions
Mental Health Crisis impacting Siouxland emergency rooms, laws in Iowa working to address area psychiatric medical institutions [Iowa News]
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Mental Health in the United States: Health Risk Behaviors and Conditions Among Persons with Depression --- New Mexico, 2003
Mental Health in the United States: Health Risk Behaviors and Conditions Among Persons with Depression New Mexico, 2003 [New Mexico News]
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Mental Health Innovation Foundation Breaks Ground On Behavioral Health & Wellness Center At Children’s And Releases A First Look At Future Building
Mental Health Innovation Foundation Breaks Ground On Behavioral Health & Wellness Center At Children’s And Releases A First Look At Future Building [Nebraska News]
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Mental Health Issues, Substance Abuse Negatively Impact Louisiana’s Economy
Mental Health Issues, Substance Abuse Negatively Impact Louisiana’s Economy [Louisiana News]
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Mental Health Minute: Ridgeview Behavioral Health addresses youth substance abuse in East Tennessee
Mental Health Minute: Ridgeview Behavioral Health addresses youth substance abuse in East Tennessee [Tennessee News]
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Mental health techs protest working conditions, safety at Nebraska psychiatric hospital
Mental health techs protest working conditions, safety at Nebraska psychiatric hospital [Nebraska News]
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Messenger: Missouri mental health crisis hits home. 'She doesn't need to die in jail'
Messenger: Missouri mental health crisis hits home. 'She doesn't need to die in jail' [Missouri News]
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Michigan City Area Schools is Recipient of Lilly Endowment, Indiana Indiana Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Grants
Michigan City Area Schools is Recipient of Lilly Endowment, Indiana Indiana Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Grants [Indiana News]
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Michigan mental health advocates discuss psychiatric bed shortage with state lawmakers
Michigan mental health advocates discuss psychiatric bed shortage with state lawmakers [Michigan News]
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Midwest Therapy Center offers low waitlist times, expanded options for mental health
Midwest Therapy Center offers low waitlist times, expanded options for mental health [North Dakota News]
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MIMH partnering with Department of Mental Health and Missouri Behavioral Health Council to raise awareness and guide treatment of early psychosis
MIMH partnering with Department of Mental Health and Missouri Behavioral Health Council to raise awareness and guide treatment of early psychosis [Missouri News]
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Minnesota addiction and mental health providers fear federal cuts will hurt ‘life-saving’ services
Minnesota addiction and mental health providers fear federal cuts will hurt ‘life-saving’ services [Minnesota News]
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Minnesota man walking 307 miles to fund mental health, addiction programs
Minnesota man walking 307 miles to fund mental health, addiction programs [Minnesota News]
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Mississippi Department of Mental Health hosts Suicide Prevention Symposium
Mississippi Department of Mental Health hosts Suicide Prevention Symposium [Mississippi News]
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Missouri Institute of Mental Health leading new effort to reduce suicide in Southeast Missouri
Missouri Institute of Mental Health leading new effort to reduce suicide in Southeast Missouri [Missouri News]
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Missouri schools struggle to fund mental health as student anxiety reaches all-time high
Missouri schools struggle to fund mental health as student anxiety reaches all-time high [Missouri News]
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Mobile health units aim to address mental health, addiction, and gun violence in Kentucky
Mobile health units aim to address mental health, addiction, and gun violence in Kentucky [Kentucky News]
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Montana addiction crisis: How treatment centers are fighting to save lives
Montana addiction crisis: How treatment centers are fighting to save lives [Montana News]
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Montana's mental health crisis can't be ignored
Montana's mental health crisis can't be ignored [Montana News]
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Montana’s Mental Health Crisis: How One County’s Mobile Crisis Response Team Is Filling Gaps and Saving Lives
Montana’s Mental Health Crisis: How One County’s Mobile Crisis Response Team Is Filling Gaps and Saving Lives [Montana News]
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Montana’s Mental Health Crisis: Who Can Help?
Montana’s Mental Health Crisis: Who Can Help? [Montana News]
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Montana’s push for inpatient mental health and addiction treatment
Montana’s push for inpatient mental health and addiction treatment [Montana News]
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Mother, sister of Charlotte stabbing suspect describe history of mental illness
Decarlos Brown Jr., 34, was arrested on August 22 and charged with the fatal stabbing of Iryna Zarutska, 23, on the Lynx Blue Line in Charlotte. Brown was charged by the…
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Ms. Wheelchair North Dakota is Advocating For Specialized Mental Health and Suicide Awareness for People With Disabilities
Ms. Wheelchair North Dakota is Advocating For Specialized Mental Health and Suicide Awareness for People With Disabilities [North Dakota News]
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MUSC's New Initiatives Bring Hope Amid South Carolina's Mental Health Crisis
MUSC's New Initiatives Bring Hope Amid South Carolina's Mental Health Crisis [South Carolina News]
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Nebraska family calls for mental health reform after apparent triple murder-suicide - 5 p.m.
Nebraska family calls for mental health reform after apparent triple murder-suicide - 5 p.m. [Nebraska News]
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Nebraska family calls for mental health reform after apparent triple murder-suicide
Nebraska family calls for mental health reform after apparent triple murder-suicide [Nebraska News]
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Nebraska psychiatric hospital, College of Saint Mary partner to train mental health professionals
Nebraska psychiatric hospital, College of Saint Mary partner to train mental health professionals [Nebraska News]
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Nevada Medicaid Program Ranks 5th Worst for Mental Health Services
Nevada Medicaid Program Ranks 5th Worst for Mental Health Services [Nevada News]
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Nevada Mental Health Expands Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Treatment to Teens Fighting Depression
Nevada Mental Health Expands Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Treatment to Teens Fighting Depression [Nevada News]
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Nevada ranks lowest in mental health care as state struggles with youth depression crisis
Nevada ranks lowest in mental health care as state struggles with youth depression crisis [Nevada News]
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New California law expands Newsom’s mental health court
California expanded its CARE Court program under Senate Bill 27, effective January 1, extending eligibility to include people diagnosed with bipolar disorder who…
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New CEO chosen for Huntsman Mental Health Institute, which will research anxiety and the genetics of suicide
New CEO chosen for Huntsman Mental Health Institute, which will research anxiety and the genetics of suicide [Utah News]
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New Green Valley center expands mental health, addiction care in rural Arizona
New Green Valley center expands mental health, addiction care in rural Arizona [Arizona News]
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New mental health crisis response program planned for South Carolina, Upstate
New mental health crisis response program planned for South Carolina, Upstate [South Carolina News]
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New Mexico Medicaid hosting public meetings on behavioral health needs
New Mexico Medicaid hosting public meetings on behavioral health needs [New Mexico News]
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New Mexico Medicaid To Hold Public Meetings For Input On Behavioral Health Needs
New Mexico Medicaid To Hold Public Meetings For Input On Behavioral Health Needs [New Mexico News]
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New "Rides to Recovery" program offers vital transportation for addiction and mental health treatment in Idaho Falls
New "Rides to Recovery" program offers vital transportation for addiction and mental health treatment in Idaho Falls [Idaho News]
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New San Diego Mental Health Practice Brings Innovative, Integrative Care to the Community
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New University of Iowa psychiatric unit aims to better serve those with mental health needs alongside other area resources
New University of Iowa psychiatric unit aims to better serve those with mental health needs alongside other area resources [Iowa News]
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New youth behavioral health facility to help address mental health crisis in North Carolina
New youth behavioral health facility to help address mental health crisis in North Carolina [North Carolina News]
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Newport Hospital Unveils New Behavioral Health Unit for Teens Amid Rising Mental Health Needs
Newport Hospital Unveils New Behavioral Health Unit for Teens Amid Rising Mental Health Needs [Rhode Island News]
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NH residents fight state budget cuts to Medicaid, USNH, mental health care
NH residents fight state budget cuts to Medicaid, USNH, mental health care [New Hampshire News]
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North Atlanta Behavioral Health Expands Residential and Outpatient Mental Health Services in Georgia
North Atlanta Behavioral Health Expands Residential and Outpatient Mental Health Services in Georgia [Georgia News]
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North Carolina’s Growing Youth Mental Health Crisis and its Future
North Carolina's adolescents experiencing mental health crises face extended waits in emergency rooms for psychiatric beds, with youth in Mecklenburg County confronting…
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Northeast Ohio counties make the case for mental health and addiction services funding
Northeast Ohio counties make the case for mental health and addiction services funding [Ohio News]
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Northern Michigan advocates urge state for more psych beds amid mental health crisis
Northern Michigan advocates urge state for more psych beds amid mental health crisis [Michigan News]
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Northlands Rescue Mission awarded $67,000 for substance abuse and behavioral health support programs
Northlands Rescue Mission awarded $67,000 for substance abuse and behavioral health support programs [North Dakota News]
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Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Rebrands as Ohio Department of Behavioral Health
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Rebrands as Ohio Department of Behavioral Health [Ohio News]
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Ohio jails receive millions for addiction recovery programs
Thirty-seven of Ohio's 88 counties have received funding through a grant program aimed at providing mental health and addiction resources to inmates. In June, the…
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Oklahoma City names MAPS 4 Mental Health Crisis Center after Bob Ravitz
Oklahoma City names MAPS 4 Mental Health Crisis Center after Bob Ravitz [Oklahoma News]
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Oklahoma faces mental health crisis. We need a professional, not political, leader | Opinion
Oklahoma faces mental health crisis. We need a professional, not political, leader | Opinion [Oklahoma News]
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Oklahoma mental health department unable to make payroll amid financial crisis
Oklahoma mental health department unable to make payroll amid financial crisis [Oklahoma News]
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Oklahoma's mental health crisis is only getting worse. We must decide to fix it | Opinion
Oklahoma's mental health crisis is only getting worse. We must decide to fix it | Opinion [Oklahoma News]
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OPINION: Alaska Psychiatric Institute has made great progress in improving mental health services
OPINION: Alaska Psychiatric Institute has made great progress in improving mental health services [Alaska News]
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(Opinion) Even in challenging times, NH’s mental health centers continue to deliver
(Opinion) Even in challenging times, NH’s mental health centers continue to deliver [New Hampshire News]
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OPINION: New Mexico’s construction industry leads on mental health and suicide prevention
OPINION: New Mexico’s construction industry leads on mental health and suicide prevention [New Mexico News]
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Over a billion people living with mental health conditions – services require urgent scale-up
More than 1 billion people are living with mental health disorders, according to new data from the World Health Organization (WHO). Conditions such as anxiety and…
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Owners of Atlanta behavioral health center indicted for Medicaid fraud, Georgia AG says
Owners of Atlanta behavioral health center indicted for Medicaid fraud, Georgia AG says [Georgia News]
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Pages - First Lady Moore Launches Mental Health Awareness Campaign Across Maryland Radio Stations during Holiday Season
Maryland's First Lady Moore, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health, launched a campaign to raise awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline during…
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Part 1: Minnesota Jails Face Mental Health Crisis
Part 1: Minnesota Jails Face Mental Health Crisis [Minnesota News]
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Penn State Health to establish medication-assisted opioid treatment program at Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute
Penn State Health to establish medication-assisted opioid treatment program at Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute [Pennsylvania News]
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Pennsylvania's Allegheny County implementing involuntary outpatient mental health care services
Allegheny County in Pennsylvania will begin using a controversial legal tool for involuntary mental health care in the community, beginning Jan. 1.
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Profit over patients? Nevada insurance provider accused of slashing addiction treatment
Profit over patients? Nevada insurance provider accused of slashing addiction treatment [Nevada News]
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Psychiatric Beds Decline, Shift to For-Profit Hospitals | Psychiatric News
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Recovering drug addict inspires others to break the cycle
Phil Andrade, who performs music under the artist name "Wildcard," is using his recovery from drug addiction to inspire others through his recent song release. His…
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Reiner deaths renew conversations for families struggling with mental illness, addiction
The deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, allegedly at the hands of their son Nick, have renewed conversations about mental illness and…
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Rhode Island Schools Turn to Virtual Therapy to Address Student Mental Health Crisis
Rhode Island Schools Turn to Virtual Therapy to Address Student Mental Health Crisis [Rhode Island News]
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RiverValley Behavioral Health warns Medicaid cuts could dismantle mental health care across western Kentucky
RiverValley Behavioral Health warns Medicaid cuts could dismantle mental health care across western Kentucky [Kentucky News]
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Rural NC hospital opens more psychiatric beds to meet rising mental health need
Rural NC hospital opens more psychiatric beds to meet rising mental health need [North Carolina News]
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SC Department of Mental Health breaks ground on psychiatric residential treatment facility for youth
SC Department of Mental Health breaks ground on psychiatric residential treatment facility for youth [South Carolina News]
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Scientists discover a surprising way to quiet the anxious mind
Roughly one in twenty adults in the United States lives with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), a persistent and excessive form of anxiety that interferes with daily…
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SDSU's play therapy program works to improve children’s mental health
SDSU's play therapy program works to improve children’s mental health [South Dakota News]
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Seacoast Mental Health Center leader: NH Medicaid cuts would have dire impact
Seacoast Mental Health Center leader: NH Medicaid cuts would have dire impact [New Hampshire News]
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Seasonal affective disorder, more than just the winter blues
As the days get shorter, many people feel down this time of year. For some, the feeling doesn’t go away until days start to get longer again in the spring. Those people…
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Serenity Mental Health Centers Offers Psychiatric Care for Depression in Colorado Springs
Serenity Mental Health Centers Offers Psychiatric Care for Depression in Colorado Springs [Colorado News]
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SNHU Launches Online Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program
SNHU Launches Online Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program [New Hampshire News]
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‘Some Kids Don’t Really Have Anyone to Talk to or Trust.’ Chill Rooms Fill That Gap.
‘Some Kids Don’t Really Have Anyone to Talk to or Trust.’ Chill Rooms Fill That Gap.
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South Carolina resolves DOJ lawsuit over mental health treatment
South Carolina resolves DOJ lawsuit over mental health treatment [South Carolina News]
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South Dakota aims reduce barriers for addiction counseling licensing
South Dakota aims reduce barriers for addiction counseling licensing [South Dakota News]
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South Dakota school counselors playing larger role amid student mental health crisis
South Dakota school counselors playing larger role amid student mental health crisis [South Dakota News]
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SSW Research Faculty Support Mental Health, Addiction Services Statewide
SSW Research Faculty Support Mental Health, Addiction Services Statewide [Connecticut News]
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START-SD program hosts first responder summit on addiction, mental health
START-SD program hosts first responder summit on addiction, mental health [South Dakota News]
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Suicide, drug overdose deaths outnumber highway fatalities amid North Dakota's mental health crisis
Suicide, drug overdose deaths outnumber highway fatalities amid North Dakota's mental health crisis [North Dakota News]
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Suicide, standoff highlight police work’s strain on mental health in Wyoming
Suicide, standoff highlight police work’s strain on mental health in Wyoming [Wyoming News]
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Supportive housing for CT veterans battling addictions and mental health issues expands
Supportive housing for CT veterans battling addictions and mental health issues expands [Connecticut News]
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Symposium aims to address veteran mental health crisis in rural North Dakota
Symposium aims to address veteran mental health crisis in rural North Dakota [North Dakota News]
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Tackling mental illness and addiction with a psychiatric nurse practitioner
Tackling mental illness and addiction with a psychiatric nurse practitioner [Hawaii News]
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'Take care of yourself': State mental health executive director on MS suicide prevention
'Take care of yourself': State mental health executive director on MS suicide prevention [Mississippi News]
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Teen opioid addictions often untreated as youth overdose deaths rapidly rise in US – study
Fewer than one in three teenagers with opioid use disorder receive treatment, according to a study published in Health Affairs journal examining the disorder in minors…
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The Florida Behavioral Health Association Showcases Voices from the Front Lines of Florida’s Mental Health System
The Florida Behavioral Health Association Showcases Voices from the Front Lines of Florida’s Mental Health System [Florida News]
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The Latest Trends in Health Workforce Legislation -...
The Health Resources and Services Administration projects significant health workforce shortages across allied health, behavioral health, long-term care, nursing, oral…
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The Mental Health Crisis In Hawaii’s Prisons: ‘The Suicides Keep Coming’
The Mental Health Crisis In Hawaii’s Prisons: ‘The Suicides Keep Coming’ [Hawaii News]
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The Missing History of Children’s Mental Health in Oregon
A historical review of children's mental health treatment in Oregon reveals significant gaps in documentation and evolving approaches to care, from orphan trains in the…
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TikTok videos detail mental health struggle of New Hampshire mom before triple murder-suicide
TikTok videos detail mental health struggle of New Hampshire mom before triple murder-suicide [New Hampshire News]
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Top 5 Most-Read Mental Health Content of 2025
Mental health policy, access, and treatment innovations dominated the conversation in 2025, with research revealing persistent challenges in equity and technology…
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Transforming lives: Lost&Found’s response to the mental health crisis in South Dakota
Transforming lives: Lost&Found’s response to the mental health crisis in South Dakota [South Dakota News]
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Triple murder-suicide in central Nebraska sparks discussion on rural mental health resources
Triple murder-suicide in central Nebraska sparks discussion on rural mental health resources [Nebraska News]
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Trump's policies are destabilizing mental health care for veterans, sources say
Recent federal firings and executive orders have created instability in mental health services at the Department of Veterans Affairs, according to providers and…
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UH Manoa and Hawaii DOH launch addiction and behavioral health dashboard
UH Manoa and Hawaii DOH launch addiction and behavioral health dashboard [Hawaii News]
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UMass Chan receives $11.6 million workforce grant for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners fellowship program
UMass Chan receives $11.6 million workforce grant for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners fellowship program [Massachusetts News]
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UND Counseling Center sees support from students, staff and outside sources for mental health
UND Counseling Center sees support from students, staff and outside sources for mental health [North Dakota News]
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Understanding and overcoming post-lockdown anxiety
Many people may have experienced feelings of anxiety or depression during the COVID-19 lockdown. Similarly, coming out of lockdown may cause a person to have anxiety due…
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University of South Dakota’s Caraway, Boyd To Lead Graduate Psychology Education Program To Fill State Gap In Mental Health Care
University of South Dakota’s Caraway, Boyd To Lead Graduate Psychology Education Program To Fill State Gap In Mental Health Care [South Dakota News]
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Upward Behavioral Health helps people with insomnia, anxiety, depression, other disorders
Upward Behavioral Health helps people with insomnia, anxiety, depression, other disorders [Alabama News]
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US News & World Report's Hospital Rankings: Mass General Tops the List for Psychiatric Care
Massachusetts General Hospital has ranked 1 in the nation for psychiatric care according to the U.S. News & World Report's annual best hospitals rankings. Two other…
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US surgeon general hears from ‘terrified’ providers about Alaska youth mental health crisis
US surgeon general hears from ‘terrified’ providers about Alaska youth mental health crisis [Alaska News]
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USC program recruits rural natives to address Lowcountry mental health crisis
USC program recruits rural natives to address Lowcountry mental health crisis [South Carolina News]
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Utah health data reveals disconnect between parents and teens over mental health
New data from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services reveals a significant gap between parental perceptions of communication and actual teen openness about…
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Vail Health’s behavioral health survey seeks community responses
Vail Health's biannual behavioral health survey is accepting responses through February 7 to assess the state of behavioral health in Eagle and Summit counties and guide…
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Vermont Conversation: The 'pandemic-to-prison pipeline' and the student mental health crisis
Vermont Conversation: The 'pandemic-to-prison pipeline' and the student mental health crisis [Vermont News]
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Vermont’s child and youth mental health crisis
Vermont’s child and youth mental health crisis [Vermont News]
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VIDEO: South Carolina resolves DOJ lawsuit over mental health treatment
VIDEO: South Carolina resolves DOJ lawsuit over mental health treatment [South Carolina News]
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Virtual Crisis Care Program Gives South Dakota Law Enforcement 24/7 Access to Mental Health Expertise
Virtual Crisis Care Program Gives South Dakota Law Enforcement 24/7 Access to Mental Health Expertise [South Dakota News]
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We stay busy at Highland Rivers Behavioral Health: 2025 Year in Review
Highland Rivers Behavioral Health, serving 13 counties in northwest Georgia with a population of nearly 1.8 million, reported a year of significant accomplishments and…
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Western North Dakota, a mental health care desert, could get 20 psychiatric beds
Western North Dakota, a mental health care desert, could get 20 psychiatric beds [North Dakota News]
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What is trauma? What to know
Key takeaways Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event that can manifest in a range of emotional and physical symptoms, with the potential to develop into a…
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What World Trade Center Health and Wellness Program study found about PTSD in 9/11 first responders
The research revealed an abnormality in their brain composition.
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Why Washington state is building ‘stepdown’ mental health facilities
Why Washington state is building ‘stepdown’ mental health facilities...
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Wyoming Mom's Husband, Friends Speak Out About Her Mental Health Struggles Before Murder-Suicide
Wyoming Mom's Husband, Friends Speak Out About Her Mental Health Struggles Before Murder-Suicide [Wyoming News]
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Wyoming: Struggling To Provide Mental Health Services In State That Has Highest Suicide Rate In Nation
Wyoming: Struggling To Provide Mental Health Services In State That Has Highest Suicide Rate In Nation [Wyoming News]
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Wyoming Valley Behavioral Health grows under new leadership, focusing on filling psychiatric care gap
Wyoming Valley Behavioral Health grows under new leadership, focusing on filling psychiatric care gap [Wyoming News]
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Youth mental health crisis in New Mexico
New Mexico's young people are plagued by mental health concerns at rates higher than any other state, according to a study measuring the number of children and teens…
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Addiction treatment 'farm' takes root in Mass.
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After 25 years in Newport News, women’s substance use treatment program reopens updated site
A residential program for women with substance use disorders has reopened its renovated facility in Newport News after relocating. The South Eastern Family Project,…
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AHF Rose Parade® Float Honors ‘Food for Health’ Wildfire and Hunger Relief Efforts
AIDS Healthcare Foundation continues its decade-long tradition of participating in the Rose Parade® presented by Honda this year with a Jack and the Beanstalk-themed…
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Alcoholism is a mental health disease
Mental Health problems are rapidly increasing. Could the President's “alcoholic tendencies” be the seed to these problems? I say, yes.
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Best Practices in Lighting and HVAC for Behavioral Health Facilities
According to the American Society for Health Care Engineering, nearly half of the specialty hospital projects under construction over the next three years will be…
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Did Nick Reiner’s drug use mask longstanding mental health problems?
Experts examining the relationship between substance use and mental health disorders say drug use may often be the first red flag that parents and healthcare providers…
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Feeling overwhelmed this holiday? Colorado says help is just a call away
Colorado's Behavioral Health Administration is emphasizing that mental health support is available during the holiday season, when stress and emotional challenges often…
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Female-focused behavioral health facility to open in Tampa
Mariposa Women's Hospital, a new behavioral health facility exclusively for women, is under construction in Tampa and represents the first facility of its kind in…
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GoodRx (NASDAQ:GDRX) & COMPASS Pathways (NASDAQ:CMPS) Financial Review
COMPASS Pathways (NASDAQ:CMPS – Get Free Report) and GoodRx (NASDAQ:GDRX – Get Free Report) are both small-cap medical companies, but which is the better stock? We will…
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Harm Reduction in the Heartland: Combating the Opioid Crisis in Appalachia
The opioid epidemic remains a major public health crisis affecting communities nationwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control, overdose deaths in the United…
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In Coweta County, mental health care starts at the jail door
The Coweta County Sheriff's Office confronts a persistent crisis: the county jail has become the primary entry point for mental health care by necessity rather than…
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Involuntary outpatient treatment for mental illness to start Jan. 1 in Allegheny County
Allegheny County will implement assisted outpatient treatment (AOT) for involuntary mental health care starting Jan. 1, making it the first Pennsylvania county to…
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Medicaid Cuts Will Heighten the US Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act's Medicaid cuts will substantially worsen the nation's behavioral health crisis, according to policy experts. Medicaid is the single…
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Mental Health in Aviation Act builds on efforts by UND, which continue to spread internationally
The Federal Aviation Administration has been taking steps to improve mental health care in aviation, which seemed "30 years behind" when psychologist Sky Overbo began…
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Meritus Health Highlights Behavioral Health Support Options
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New mobile unit to help communities with mental health after Helene
More than a year after Hurricane Helene devastated communities in western North Carolina, the emotional and mental health toll continues to deepen. Staff at Crossroads…
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Ohio children face barriers to accessing mental health services, report finds
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Oregon updates agreements with counties to oversee behavioral health funding
Oregon is replacing a decades-old system for distributing behavioral health funding to counties by updating the County Financial Assistance Agreements (CFFAs). The new…
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Pa. county begins controversial involuntary outpatient mental health services
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Preston County 911 to utilize West Virginia 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the new year
Preston County 911 to utilize West Virginia 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the new year...
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Psychiatrists call for RFK Jr. to be replaced as health secretary : Shots - Health News
Psychiatry organizations have joined other public health groups in calling for the removal of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary. The Southern California…
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Puerto Rico Faces Hospital Closures And Healthcare Crossroads
Puerto Rico's healthcare system is facing a critical juncture, marked by hospital closures and efforts to strengthen mental health services. The closure of Hospital del…
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Secretary Kennedy Renews Public Health Emergency Declaration to Address National Opioid Crisis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. renewed the public health emergency declaration addressing the nation's…
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Senators Wyden and Merkley Sound Alarm Over Looming Mental Health Care Crisis in Malheur County, Oregon
Sens. Wyden and Merkley express concern over potential loss of mental health services for Oregon Health Plan recipients.
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Stress Signals Drive Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Patients With Depression, Anxiety
Depression and anxiety independently increase the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), according to a study published in Circulation: Cardiovascular…
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Study reveals the role of geography in the opioid crisis
Geography plays a significant role in the opioid crisis, according to research co-authored by MIT economists. The study, published in the Quarterly Journal of Economics,…
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The Top Behavioral Health Stories of 2025
The behavioral health industry in 2025 was shaped predominantly by federal government actions, with positive developments for the industry struggling to break through…
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Tonko, Huizenga Introduce Legislation to Expand Mental Health Care for Seniors
Representatives Paul D. Tonko (D-NY-20) and Bill Huizenga (R-MI-4) reintroduced the Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act, bipartisan legislation that would…
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Tracking Key Mental Health and Substance Use Policy Actions Under the Trump Administration
The Trump administration's second term, beginning in 2025, has marked a shift in federal mental health and substance use policy. The administration has moved toward a…
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Treating opioid addiction in jails improves treatment engagement, reduces overdose deaths and reincarceration
Individuals who received medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) while incarcerated were significantly more likely to continue treatment six months after release than…
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UC tracks ‘evolving’ opioid epidemic across US
The epicenter of the opioid epidemic that killed 665,341 people in the United States between 2005 and 2020 shifted geographically from the Northwest to the East,…
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Unexpected UF finding could offer new treatment for meth addiction
University of Florida neuroscientists have made a mechanistic discovery that could lead to new treatment approaches for methamphetamine addiction. In a preclinical study…
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UT Southwestern to open DFW’s first state behavioral health hospital this summer: Newsroom
UT Southwestern Medical Center has been selected to operate the Texas Behavioral Health Center, the first state acute care behavioral health hospital in the Dallas-Fort…
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Victor Valley school district opposes addiction treatment center near schools
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VIDEO: Mental health experts highlight depression treatment challenges during holidays
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West Virginia Health Right awarded $250K grant for behavioral healthcare
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What is art therapy, and how does it work?
Art therapy encourages creative expression through painting, drawing, or modelling. It may work by providing a person with a safe space to express their feelings and…
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What to know about anxiety and brain fog
Anxiety brain fog happens when a person feels anxious and has difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly. Many conditions may cause anxiety and brain fog, including…
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What to know about anxiety shaking
Anxiety is a general feeling of worry, fear, or nervousness. It can cause physical symptoms, such as shaking and sweating. For some people, anxiety can become…
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Who Makes Health Policy in Congress? - Congress and the Executive Branch and Health Policy
The federal government's role in health policy has expanded significantly over the past 75 years, with Congress setting laws and the executive branch, primarily through…
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WWH welcomes mental health therapist Kelli Larson to the Behavioral Health team
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Anxiety Disorders and Depression Treatment Market Size and Forecast (2025–2033)
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Anxiety is one of the world’s most common health issues. How have treatments evolved over the last 70 years?
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BrainsWay Shares A Breakthrough in Depression Treatment That Offers Relief in Days, Not Weeks
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Breakthrough Depression Treatment
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Breakthrough depression treatment offers fast relief
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Child mental health crisis tied to immigration enforcement
Aggressive immigration practices such as detention, deportation, and workplace raids are contributing to widespread emotional trauma among both immigrant and U.S.-born…
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Chinese scientists make breakthrough in depression treatment
Chinese scientists have successfully transformed human stem cells into specialized brain cells capable of producing dopamine and transplanted them into mice,…
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DEA Launches “Fentanyl Free America” to Combat Opioid Crisis
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has launched a nationwide initiative called Fentanyl Free America to curb the devastating impact of synthetic opioids in the…
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Different approach to combating mental health concerns ahead of winter
Different approach to combating mental health concerns ahead of winter...
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‘Here to help:’ Community Medical Services in Minot offers addiction treatment, recovery services
Community Medical Services in Minot is expanding access to addiction treatment and recovery services in response to a growing overdose crisis in North Dakota. Data from…
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How New Taiwanese Technology Is Allowing for More Targeted Mental Health Treatment
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How systemic failures turn state mental hospitals into prisons
State psychiatric hospitals nationwide have largely lost the ability to treat patients before their mental health deteriorates and they are charged with crimes. Driving…
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Jim O’Connor: Federal policy ignores the most perilous weeks of addiction treatment
Federal agencies are preparing new guidance on recovery housing, transitional housing, and long-term recovery supports in response to growing pressure from rising…
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Kentucky set to pull funding from peer support for recovery, is asked to reconsider
Kentucky's peer support workforce for addiction recovery faces a dramatic reduction in available positions and funding starting January 1, when new state licensing…
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LA County Jails Struggle with Drug Treatment Demand
Los Angeles County jails are facing a significant challenge meeting the demand for opioid addiction treatment. In October and November, over 800 inmates were placed on…
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Medicaid payments barely keep hospital mental health units afloat. Federal cuts could sink them
Hospital mental health units across the United States face an uncertain future as Medicaid payments barely keep them afloat and potential federal cuts loom. Spencer…
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Mental health crisis deepens in these 3 states
A comprehensive new report by Mental Health America examining mental health care across all 50 states and Washington, D.C., reveals significant disparities in mental…
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Mental health experts highlight depression treatment challenges during holidays
Mental health experts are highlighting the particular challenges that depression poses during the holiday season, pointing to the significant gap between existing…
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Mental health legislation and policy consultations continue in Dominica
Dominica is advancing efforts to strengthen its mental health system through updated legislation and policy. Stakeholder discussions to inform the development of a…
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Mental health providers look to streamline Alaska regulations as part of Dunleavy order
Mental health providers look to streamline Alaska regulations as part of Dunleavy order...
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Mom credits breakthrough drug for getting her through ‘hardest year' of her life
The first-ever pill for treating postpartum depression, approved by the Food and Drug Administration in August 2023, has provided relief for thousands of women since its…
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NC prisons expand addiction treatment before release to curb deadly overdose risk
North Carolina's prisons have expanded medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) to people nearing release, addressing a critical overdose risk window. Research shows…
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Neuroscientists make fascinating breakthrough linking disinhibited brain networks to depression
A new study published in Nature Communications provides direct evidence linking depression symptoms to specific patterns of brain activity in the prefrontal cortex.…
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New Policies Affecting Access to Mental Health Care
Multiple federal policies implemented or proposed in recent months are raising concerns about access to mental health care at a time when Americans face unprecedented…
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NH axs $4.2M in human services contracts
New Hampshire Health and Human Services Commissioner Lori Weaver (standing) answers questions during the Executive Council meeting Wednesday. CONCORD, N.H — In late…
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'One and done' dose of LSD keeps anxiety at bay : Shots - Health News
A rigorous new study finds that a single dose of LSD can ease anxiety and depression for months in people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), a disabling form of…
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Prediction of generalized anxiety disorder treatment outcomes with neurobehavioral responses to approach-avoidance conflict: a randomized clinical trial | Translational Psychiatry
A randomized clinical trial examining neural predictors of behavioral therapy outcomes for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) has identified brain activity patterns that…
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Psilocybin: A breakthrough in mental health treatment or mere ‘magical’ thinking?
Psilocybin, a naturally occurring compound found in some mushrooms, is attracting significant research attention as a potential treatment for various psychiatric…
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Racism in mental healthcare: An invisible barrier
Studies have shown that systemic racism often means that people of color and those belonging to other marginalized ethnic groups do not receive the mental health support…
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Relapse Risk Increases During the Holidays; Desert Hope Treatment Center Urges Early Support
Addiction experts are warning that drug and alcohol relapse rates spike during the holiday season, with factors such as heightened emotional stress, disrupted routines,…
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Severe Anxiety Vastly Improves After Minimal Treatment
A clinical trial of a smartphone app delivering digital cognitive behavioral therapy (DCBT) for severe generalized anxiety disorder found that 77.7% of participants…
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Special Report: U.S. Immigration Policy and the Mental Health of Children and Families | Psychiatric News
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State can’t show progress five years after massive drug treatment expansion, audit finds
Five years after Oregon voters approved Measure 110 to expand access to drug treatment and recovery services, state auditors report that health officials have not put…
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Sutter Health first hospital in Sacramento region offering breakthrough therapy to treat depression
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The history of addiction treatment at VA, Part 2
America's second opioid crisis occurred among Veterans of the Spanish-American War and World War I era, according to historical analysis of addiction treatment at the…
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The opioid epidemic is a persistent problem. These researchers think they have a solution.
Researchers working in global health are proposing peer-delivered health interventions as a solution to address massive gaps in substance use and mental health care…
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The scandals surrounding San Patrignano model of addiction treatment
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Their son was 'too unstable to function outside of hospital.' Insurance denied his mental health treatment anyway.
A Michigan family's experience securing mental health treatment for their suicidal teenage son illustrates the barriers created by insurance denials in pediatric…
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Virginia Tech tackles mental health professional shortage in Southwest Virginia with $1.4M federal grant
Virginia Tech tackles mental health professional shortage in Southwest Virginia with $1.4M federal grant...
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WHO blueprint for mental health policy and law reform
The World Health Organization has released comprehensive guidance for mental health policy and legislative reform, emphasizing that mental health is both a public health…
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Catatonic depression: What to know
Catatonic depression is a subtype of depression in which a person does not speak or may appear to be in a daze for a prolonged period of time. Depression causes a person…
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More Iowans are surviving cancer. But with it can come mental health challenges
More Iowans are surviving cancer. But with it can come mental health challenges...
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Police locate 'armed and dangerous' juvenile who escaped mental health facility with stolen car
Police locate 'armed and dangerous' juvenile who escaped mental health facility with stolen car...
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PRESS RELEASE: Greater Oklahoma City Chamber adopts 2026 legislative priorities
PRESS RELEASE: Greater Oklahoma City Chamber adopts 2026 legislative priorities...
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She goes to police calls in a Prius. It’s part of new approach to mental health emergencies
Briana Fair, a mental health clinician with the San Mateo Police Department, received a dozen voicemails from the same distressed caller over a single...
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As Trinity Health closes mental health programs, lawmakers vow to close ‘loophole'
As Trinity Health closes mental health programs, lawmakers vow to close ‘loophole'...
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Can N.J. lead the East Coast in psychedelic-assisted therapy? | Opinion
Can N.J. lead the East Coast in psychedelic-assisted therapy? | Opinion This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral health…
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Couples Therapy and Marriage Counselling Services Hong Kong
Maple Tree Counselling, a counselling and therapy practice based in Central, Hong Kong, has announced an expansion of its couples counselling services in response to…
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Everything you need to know about anxiety medications
Types of anxiety medications include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants…
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Fetzima (levomilnacipran)
Fetzima is a brand-name extended-release oral capsule that’s prescribed for depression. Fetzima contains the active drug levomilnacipran and belongs to the…
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Granite VNA introduces StrongerMemory program designed to help improve brain health and mental recall
CONCORD — Granite VNA has introduced a new program for older adults to improve brain health by strengthening recall and focus through simple writing a...
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Missouri lawmakers vow to tackle mental health backlog as hundreds languish in jails
Missouri lawmakers vow to tackle mental health backlog as hundreds languish in jails...
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Provider shortage continues to beleaguer behavioral health system, state officials say
Northern Nevada's state-run behavioral health system is increasingly reliant on contracted workers as it struggles to fill positions for licensed professionals, state…
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What is separation anxiety disorder in adults?
Separation anxiety is when someone fears being apart from or losing a person or other attachment figure. Adults can experience separation anxiety, although it is more…
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What to know about eco-anxiety
Eco-anxiety refers to a fear of environmental damage or ecological disaster. This sense of anxiety is largely based on the current and predicted future state of the…
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Best Online Couples Therapy and Marriage Counselling in 2026
Online couples therapy and marriage counseling offer flexible ways to access support for relationship challenges, allowing partners to connect with licensed…
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Federal Court Grants Summary Judgment, Restoring Mental Health Funding For More Than 5,000 New Mexico Students
Federal Court Grants Summary Judgment, Restoring Mental Health Funding For More Than 5,000 New Mexico Students...
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Postpartum depression in women of color: ‘More work needs to be done’
Women of color are at a higher risk of experiencing postpartum depression than white women and less likely to receive the care they need. In this Special Feature, health…
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Saban Community Clinic and Westmont Counseling Center Announce Merger to Expand Access to Care
Saban Community Clinic and Westmont Counseling Center have merged to scale medical and behavioral health services in South LA. Read the strategic deta...
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‘Structural racism’ reflected in regional cardiovascular death rates
A recent study investigates regional disparities in cardiovascular disease outcomes. sudok1/Getty Images Deaths due to cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the United States…
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Top states for mental health, according to Mental Health America
Top states for mental health, according to Mental Health America...
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Vt. families worry Medicaid changes will cut autism therapy coverage
Vermont families of children with autism worry that life-changing services their children receive won't be covered by the state's insurance in the new year. In November,…
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What to say to someone with depression
Some may find it difficult to know what to say to a person with depression. Each person may require support in different ways, but active listening and words of comfort…
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Workplace wellness programs may not improve employees’ health
A new study has found that a workplace wellness program had limited benefits for employees’ health. Initiatives for wellness in the office — including, but not limited…
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Commentary: Testosterone isn’t a magic cure-all for middle age
In the last year or so, health influencers — and a lot of women on social media — have talked up testosterone therapy as a kind of perimenopausal pana...
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How long does postpartum depression last?
Key takeaways Postpartum depression, distinct from the “baby blues,” can persist for months or years without treatment, impacting a birthgiver’s quality of life.…
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Statewide center at USF launches Florida’s first-of-its-kind interactive dashboard addressing behavioral health workforce shortage
Statewide center at USF launches Florida’s first-of-its-kind interactive dashboard addressing behavioral health workforce shortage...
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Trauma-Informed Care in Pediatric Mental Health: Pilot Study
A pilot study on trauma-informed care in pediatric mental health demonstrates the efficacy of integrating trauma-informed principles into a tiered model of care that…
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Two bills could improve mental health and substance use treatment in D.C.
Two bills could improve mental health and substance use treatment in D.C....
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What are the effects of solitary confinement on health?
Solitary confinement involves physical isolation. This means a person has minimal interaction with other people. It can cause severe psychological distress and other…
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What to know about anxiety at night
There are various factors that can cause a person to experience anxiety at night. These include fewer distractions, fear over the upcoming day, and health anxiety.…
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7 months of waiting: Louisiana's mental health backlog slows down New Orleans homicide cases
7 months of waiting: Louisiana's mental health backlog slows down New Orleans homicide cases...
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Addressing the Twofold Mental Health Crisis in New York City
Addressing the Twofold Mental Health Crisis in New York City...
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Bridges to Mental Health helps Nebraska tackle psychiatric provider shortage
Bridges to Mental Health helps Nebraska tackle psychiatric provider shortage...
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Effexor XR (venlafaxine)
What is Effexor XR? Effexor XR is a brand-name prescription drug. It’s approved for use in adults with any of the following conditions: major depressive disorder (MDD),…
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FDA panelists questioned antidepressants in pregnancy
FDA panelists questioned antidepressants in pregnancy. But doctors call them a lifeline....
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How to recognize an anxiety attack
Key takeaways While “anxiety attack” is not a formal diagnosis, people use it to describe a collection of physical symptoms like increased heart rate and nausea that can…
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New UMaine program to address state mental health crisis among youth
New UMaine program to address state mental health crisis among youth...
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Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to bring more mental health services to school
Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to bring more mental health services to school...
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What to know about severe depression
Severe depression means that a person’s depression symptoms are very intense, often enough to interfere with many daily functions. People with severe depression may have…
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Bringing Virtual Behavioral Health Care Access to Rural Youth in West Virginia
Bringing Virtual Behavioral Health Care Access to Rural Youth in West Virginia...
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Delaware Farm Bureau and Delaware Department of Agriculture Prioritize Mental Health Awareness
Delaware Farm Bureau and Delaware Department of Agriculture Prioritize Mental Health Awareness...
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FSAP provides support during National Suicide Prevention Month
FSAP provides support during National Suicide Prevention Month...
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Maxwell: Christmas is a magical time, yet also dark, lonely for many. You can help
Maxwell: Christmas is a magical time, yet also dark, lonely for many. You can help...
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Southwest Louisiana nonprofit helps first responders prioritize mental health
Southwest Louisiana nonprofit helps first responders prioritize mental health...
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Tips for finding motivation with depression
Key takeaways Small amounts of exercise throughout the day, like short walks or stretching, can naturally boost mood-enhancing chemicals in the brain and improve…
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What are the signs of depression in men?
Both males and females can experience depression, but the signs and symptoms can be different. Males my also be less likely to seek a diagnosis for depression. Although…
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What is good health?
The word health refers to a state of complete emotional, mental, and physical well-being. People may be able to maintain or improve their health by eating a balanced…
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Who should a person talk to about depression?
It can be difficult to talk about depression symptoms, but reaching out for help is an important first step. People with depression can talk to licensed mental health…
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5 Best Online Therapy Platforms That Take Insurance In 2026: Tried And Tested
5 Best Online Therapy Platforms That Take Insurance In 2026: Tried And Tested This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral…
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Ativan (lorazepam)
Ativan is a brand-name drug prescribed for anxiety, insomnia caused by anxiety, and certain other conditions. It’s available in the following forms: oral tablet and…
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Iryna’s Law aims to improve public safety — but it may deepen jail and health care strains
Iryna’s Law aims to improve public safety — but it may deepen jail and health care strains...
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Nebraska’s rural behavioral health battle
Eighty-eight of Nebraska's 93 counties are designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas, according to theBehavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska.Nearly…
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Northern Arizona school district gets grant for children's mental health help
Northern Arizona school district gets grant for children's mental health help...
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The link between eczema and depression
Eczema is a chronic condition that causes patches of dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. It has links to conditions such as asthma, food allergies, and skin infections.…
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West Virginia boosts access to Wraparound services for children and families
West Virginia boosts access to Wraparound services for children and families...
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What are the signs of depression in women?
There are no signs of depression that exclusively affect women and not other genders. However, research suggests women are more likely to openly express sadness than…
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10 myths about depression
There are many myths about depression, including that it is not a real condition or that it only affects certain people. In addition to discouraging people from seeking…
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Depression on birth control: Everything you need to know
Some people who use hormonal birth control, such as the pill, the patch, or hormonal intrauterine device (IUD), report experiencing depression as a side effect. Research…
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Treating Depression with Ketamine and Psilocybin
Treating Depression with Ketamine and Psilocybin This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral health challenges in the…
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What to know about depression treatment centers
Depression treatment centers are facilities that offer long-term care. People with chronic depression or those with additional mental health needs may need 24-7 support.…
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Wyoming law enforcement awarded $2.4 million for mental health calls
Wyoming law enforcement awarded $2.4 million for mental health calls...
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In pregnancy, the brain changes in remarkable ways, a new study shows
New research shows exactly what happens to the brain during pregnancy. The question is: What does this mean for the pregnant person? Image credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy.…
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MAISD opting in ‘subject to rescission’ for mental health and safety funding
As school districts throughout the state continue to debate whether to opt in to receive additional funding for mental health and safety — with string...
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'Make Nebraska gold standard for wellness': Bridges to Mental Health shares its progress
'Make Nebraska gold standard for wellness': Bridges to Mental Health shares its progress...
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New Ohio bill would allow schools to excuse students for mental health days
New Ohio bill would allow schools to excuse students for mental health days...
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Sanford Health Set To Open Orthopedic Hospital Tower In Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sanford Health(Sioux Falls, S.D.) is set to open an orthopedic hospital tower on the campus ofSanford University of South Dakota Medical Centerin Sioux Falls in early…
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What to know about TMS treatment for depression
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive treatment that stimulates nerves in the brain with magnetic pulses. If a person has treatment-resistant…
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Year in Review: WUNC's top military stories. 50 years of the Hayti Heritage Center. Medicaid coverage and autism therapy.
Year in Review: WUNC's top military stories. 50 years of the Hayti Heritage Center. Medicaid coverage and autism therapy. This initiative focuses on expanding Medicaid…
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How to help a teen with depression
Teen depression is more than just sadness, moodiness, or a hormone-induced adolescent rite of passage. Depression is a serious illness that can affect a teen’s physical…
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KU social work training program strengthens mental health workforce in rural Kansas
KU social work training program strengthens mental health workforce in rural Kansas...
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More Kentucky kids struggle with obesity, poor nutrition
In Kentucky, nearly one in five youths from ages 6-17 are obese, according to new county-level data on measures of child well-being in the Commonwealt...
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Regain Online Couples Therapy Review
Regain Online Couples Therapy Review This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral health challenges in the community. The…
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Treatments for anxiety and which one to choose
Key takeaways Anxiety is more than just short-term stress; it is a persistent feeling of worry that can disrupt daily life, and if it becomes chronic, it may indicate an…
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Wyden, Merkley Raise Alarm Over Loss of Mental Health Access in Eastern Oregon
Wyden, Merkley Raise Alarm Over Loss of Mental Health Access in Eastern Oregon...
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2 types of holiday bark snacks sold by Aldi recalled, FDA reports
The batches may contain undeclared allergens that could pose a risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction....
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A science museum is using its 100-acre forest to support mental health
A science museum is using its 100-acre forest to support mental health...
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Haven of Hope Commits to Expanding Life-Saving Adolescent Eating Disorder Care in Tennessee
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 23, 2025-- For more than a decade, Haven of Hope Eating Disorder Care Center has worked with individuals and families navigating the…
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How one Delaware PE teacher is bringing mental health focus to high school
How one Delaware PE teacher is bringing mental health focus to high school...
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Idaho Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit over Medicaid mental health contract
Idaho Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit over Medicaid mental health contract...
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Local Program Helps First Responders Heal from Trauma and Break Mental Health Stigma
Local Program Helps First Responders Heal from Trauma and Break Mental Health Stigma...
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'Love Actually,' 'Four Christmases' and the Science of Holiday Comfort Movies
Couple watching tv on Christmas. Happy family holiday at home. Man and woman on couch relaxing with tree, decorations, lights, candles and television Holiday romance…
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Study expands access to childhood anxiety treatment in Newport County
Study expands access to childhood anxiety treatment in Newport County...
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TEA recognizes Victoria ISD mental and behavioral health program
TEA recognizes Victoria ISD mental and behavioral health program...
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Vermont Department of Mental Health offers free training for clinicians to address problem gambling issues
Vermont Department of Mental Health offers free training for clinicians to address problem gambling issues...
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What are the physical symptoms of anxiety?
There are many physical symptoms that can result from anxiety. These can include sweating hands, shaking legs, and a fast heart rate. Moderate anxiety levels are part of…
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Anxiety and headaches: Links and how to get relief
Anxiety and headaches often occur together. Relaxation techniques, counseling, and medication may help manage both. Mona Vayda/EyeEm/Getty Images People with anxiety…
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Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network reports data breach affecting patient records
The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network has notified patients of a privacy and data security incident involving an unauthorized break-in at one of its facilities in…
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New Medicaid plan aims to untangle care for NC foster children
New Medicaid plan aims to untangle care for NC foster children...
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Online connections hold double-edged impact on teen mental health, Texas A&M study finds
A Texas A&M University study provides one possible path toward maximizing the benefits and minimizing the risks for adolescents and teens who use digital technologies,…
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The benefits and risks of benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are a class of drugs that can treat a range of conditions, including anxiety and insomnia. Off-label, they may help with tics and bipolar disorder. Side…
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What happens when you call the suicide hotline in New Hampshire?
What happens when you call the suicide hotline in New Hampshire?...
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What mental health resources are available?
Accessing mental health resources is a crucial step in the recovery from mental or psychological distress. Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the United States live with a…
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10 Best Online Therapy Services In 2025: Tried And Tested
10 Best Online Therapy Services In 2025: Tried And Tested This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral health challenges in…
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Depression and its physical symptoms
Depression is a common mental health condition that can cause both physical and psychological symptoms. The possible physical symptoms include fatigue, sleeping more or…
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Do gut bacteria contribute to ethnic health disparities?
The bacteria living in our guts play a major role in health, and some studies have found an association between ethnicity and the makeup of these microbial communities.…
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How COVID-19 affects women's sexual and reproductive health
In a previous Special Feature, we covered the role of biological sex differences in the spread of the new coronavirus. Here, we look at how the pandemic is affecting…
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How do you know if you are having a panic or anxiety attack?
Key takeaways Panic attacks often manifest abruptly and intensely, sometimes without a clear trigger, whereas anxiety attacks tend to develop gradually in response to…
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How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a therapy technique that aims to help people find new ways to behave by changing their thought patterns. Therapists may use…
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TDMHSAS Reopens Application Portal for Behavioral Health Scholarship Program
TDMHSAS Reopens Application Portal for Behavioral Health Scholarship Program...
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Texas Gov. Abbott announces construction beginning on new state mental health hospital in Lubbock
Mental health services in the Lubbock area are set to expand, with the state of Texas this week announcing progress on a new facility. Gov. Greg Abbotton Tuesday…
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TTUHSC, TTP experts offer strategies to combat today’s anxiety surge
TTUHSC, TTP experts offer strategies to combat today’s anxiety surge...
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Viibryd (vilazodone)
What is Viibryd? Viibryd is a brand-name prescription medication. It’s used in adults to treat a form of depression called major depressive disorder (MDD). Viibryd isn’t…
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What to know about tricyclic antidepressants
Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), which people also call cyclic antidepressants, are an older type of antidepressant that doctors prescribe to treat depression. Doctors…
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Which essential oils can relieve anxiety?
Research suggests that aromatherapy with some essential oils may help promote relaxation and relieve anxiety. Essential oils are scented liquids that manufacturers…
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Wyoming mental health care access could improve under Barrasso, Bennet bill
Wyoming mental health care access could improve under Barrasso, Bennet bill...
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Liven Challenges Toxic Cheerfulness This Holiday Season, Calling Attention to Emotional Overload
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What are the types of depression?
Key takeaways Depression manifests in various forms, such as major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and postpartum depression. Diagnosis typically…
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What you need to know about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Key takeaways PTSD is a mental health condition that can occur after a traumatic event. Symptoms may include flashbacks, distressing thoughts, and nightmares, but…
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Why Intentionality Matters: The Practice Redefining Modern Couples Therapy
Couples spend an average of 67 minutes a week arguing about chores, evidence that small, everyday moments often carry the biggest emotional weight. Those quiet…
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Are depression and memory loss connected?
Symptoms of depression may include sadness and changes in mood. However, depression is a complex diagnosis that can affect many aspects of functioning. This can include…
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Maine students report improved mental health and less substance use
Maine students report improved mental health and less substance use...
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Relapse Risk Increases During The Holidays Desert Hope Treatment Center Urges Early Support
LAS VEGAS, Dec. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This holiday season, addiction experts at Desert Hope Treatment Center ...
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States Sue HHS, RFK Jr. Over Effort To Curtail Gender-Affirming Care For Kids
It's the latest clash between an administration that's cracking down on transgender health care for children, and advocates who say the care is medica...
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Telehealth supports mental health
Telehealth supports mental health This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral health challenges in the community. The…
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What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy that aims to help people manage mental health conditions or cope with negative experiences and behaviors. This article will…
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What is the relationship between depression and sleep?
Sleep and depression can affect each other. Being excessively tired can have a significant impact on a person’s mental well-being, while someone experiencing depression…
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What to know about toxic masculinity
Toxic masculinity is a term often used to describe the negative aspects of exaggerated masculine traits. The term has evolved over time and has a place both in academia…
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Care Solace Partners with Arkansas Department of Education to Transform Mental Health Care Access Statewide
Care Solace Partners with Arkansas Department of Education to Transform Mental Health Care Access Statewide...
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College mental health services boosted during pandemic. Now they face cuts
College mental health services boosted during pandemic. Now they face cuts...
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LGBTQ youth mental health: Trevor Project survey highlights disparities
The Trevor Project — the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for young LGBTQ people — has published the results of its third annual…
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PAX Health Acquires Neuropsychology and Counseling Associates, Expanding Comprehensive Mental Health Services Across New Jersey
PAX Health Acquires Neuropsychology and Counseling Associates, Expanding Comprehensive Mental Health Services Across New Jersey...
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The 3 Best Online Therapy Services | Reviews by Wirecutter
The 3 Best Online Therapy Services | Reviews by Wirecutter This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral health challenges in…
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What are the effects of racism on health and mental health?
Racism may be responsible for increasing physical and mental health disparities among Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC). Racism can affect a person’s health…
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At any age, learning a new language is a worthwhile exercise
“Learning a new language is a stimulating and engaging activity that uses all of your brain,” says Ellen Bialystok, a cognitive neuroscientist....
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FDA panelists questioned antidepressants in pregnancy. But doctors call them a lifeline.
If you are pregnant or a new mother who is struggling with depression or anxiety, you can call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, 24...
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State still seeking relocation site for Moccasin Bend mental health facility
State still seeking relocation site for Moccasin Bend mental health facility...
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Study: Generative AI could be transformative in mental health care
Study: Generative AI could be transformative in mental health care...
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Call 911 or risk losing the baby? Raids force some immigrants to avoid care
As immigrants in southeastern Louisiana and Mississippi braced for this month’s U.S. Homeland Security operation, Cristiane Rosales-Fajardo received a...
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Get free therapy at Indy’s Men’s Mental Health Summit
(MIRROR INDY) — Community members can receive free therapy during theMen’s Mental Health Summiton Saturday, Dec. 13.The event includes workshops, yoga and spaces for…
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Illinois joins lawsuit against White House's attempted national ban on youth gender-affirming care
The Department of Health and Human Services this month unveiled a series of regulatory actions designed to block access to gender-affirming care for p...
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What is relationship anxiety?
Relationship anxiety is when a person experiences persistent doubt, fear, or worry in a relationship. They may need constant reassurance or ignore their own needs and…
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Will New Mexico's big investment in behavioral health programs pay off?
Will New Mexico's big investment in behavioral health programs pay off?...
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Reiner deaths renew conversations for families struggling with mental illness, addiction
Reiner deaths renew conversations for families struggling with mental illness, addiction...
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Situational depression or clinical depression
Key takeaways Typically, triggers for situational depression include specific stressful events or life changes, while clinical depression has a wider range of potential…
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What to know about depression in Black communities
Depression is about as prevalent in Black communities as in white ones, but there are significant differences. Black people face different social pressures that may…
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Beta-blockers for anxiety: What to know
Key takeaways Doctors typically prescribe beta-blockers for heart conditions, but they can prescribe them off-label to manage the physical symptoms of anxiety, such as…
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Humidifiers and health risks: Why regular cleaning matters
Health experts say daily water changes and regular cleaning are essential to using humidifiers safely....
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Medicaid health plans step up outreach efforts ahead of GOP changes
ORANGE, Calif. — Carmen Basu, bundled in a red jacket and woolly scarf, stood outside the headquarters of her local health plan one morning after pick...
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What is the link between depression and sexual orientation?
People who are a part of LGBTQIA+ communities are more likely to experience symptoms of depression due to oppression and discrimination. These factors can arise at…
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2025 Globe-News Man of the Year: Four Price made difference in Capitol
In 7 terms, Price represented Panhandle, strengthened region This story has been updated with new information Four Price was never the loudest voice in the Texas…
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Best coping methods for anxiety
Anxiety is a normal part of life. However, people sometimes experience prolonged periods of anxiety that can affect their social, work, or personal lives. People can try…
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DOJ and South Carolina reach settlement on mental health care compliance
DOJ and South Carolina reach settlement on mental health care compliance...
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‘Slender Man’ stabber Morgan Geyser sent back to mental institution after escaping Wisconsin group home
‘Slender Man’ stabber Morgan Geyser sent back to mental institution after escaping Wisconsin group home...
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Texas summer camp owners brace for more mental health issues among youth
Texas officials arerequiring youth campsto have weather alert systems, mandated emergency preparedness plans, and various communication methods to help children and…
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What to know about premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to the physical and psychological symptoms that a person may experience before their menstrual period. These can include bloating,…
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1-in-4 Veterans With PTSD Quit Therapy Before Resolving Trauma: Study
1-in-4 Veterans With PTSD Quit Therapy Before Resolving Trauma: Study This development represents an important step in addressing mental health and behavioral health…
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Can the Montana State Hospital regain federal standing without electronic health records?
Can the Montana State Hospital regain federal standing without electronic health records?...
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How does Parkinson’s disease influence depression?
Key takeaways Depression is a common effect of Parkinson’s disease, often stemming from the same changes in brain chemistry that cause motor symptoms. Around half of…
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How to recognize and treat debilitating anxiety
Debilitating anxiety describes an intense feeling of unease, worry, or fear about everyday situations. Symptoms of debilitating anxiety can include sweating, feelings of…
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On the front lines of care: Penn State Health trains police to support people with mental illness
On the front lines of care: Penn State Health trains police to support people with mental illness...
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Release: Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium Hires Administrator
Release: Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium Hires Administrator...
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Stimulant ADHD Medications Work Differently Than Thought
WashU Medicine researchers find stimulant medications don't affect attention-controlling regions of the brain, as previously thought. Brain scans show...
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What are food deserts, and how do they impact health?
Food deserts are regions where people have limited access to healthful and affordable food. This may be due to having a low income or having to travel farther to find…
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What to know about animal therapy
Animal therapy or pet therapy refers to the use of animals as a way to help people cope with and recover from some physical and mental health conditions. Depending on…
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When can someone be forced to get mental health treatment in Wisconsin?
When can someone be forced to get mental health treatment in Wisconsin?...
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14 common symptoms of depression: What to know
Key takeaways Depression is more than just feeling sad; it is a medical condition that can cause symptoms like hopelessness, irritability, a loss of interest in…
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Black Men Are Committing Suicide at an Alarming Rate, But This Is How To Help
Black men need help dealing with our mental health whether we admit it or not. The recent suicides of prominent figures bears this out. Read more......
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D.C. National Guard shooting suspect spent "weeks on end" in isolation, struggled with mental health, 2024 emails say
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, the suspect accused of shooting two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, D.C., had been struggling with his mental health for…
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Hawaii ranks among top states for mental health, report finds
Hawaii ranks among top states for mental health, report finds...
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Oklahoma Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month with Statewide Events and Expanded Access to Support
Oklahoma Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month with Statewide Events and Expanded Access to Support...
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SSW Launches New Certificate to Address Children’s Mental Health Crisis
The University of Connecticut School of Social Work has launched a new Certificate in Child and Youth Behavioral Health for students enrolled in its Master of Social…
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Understaffed: The mental health crisis in Nebraska prisons
Understaffed: The mental health crisis in Nebraska prisons...