Mother of deceased Oregon inmate files wrongful death lawsuit against agencyThe lawsuit alleges negligence in mental health care by Oregon prison staff contributed to the inmate's death.
UnitedHealth Limiting Mental Health Coverage Puts Patients' Treatment at RiskUnitedHealth Group uses algorithms to target therapists and patients for treatment denials, impacting mental health care accessibility.
Bexley woman dies of alcohol overdose while waiting to receive treatmentEmily Rose Collishaw's death underscores the urgent need for improved substance misuse treatment and reduced wait times in NHS services.
UnitedHealth Limiting Mental Health Coverage Puts Patients' Treatment at RiskUnitedHealth Group uses algorithms to target therapists and patients for treatment denials, impacting mental health care accessibility.
Bexley woman dies of alcohol overdose while waiting to receive treatmentEmily Rose Collishaw's death underscores the urgent need for improved substance misuse treatment and reduced wait times in NHS services.
Special Master Slams Conditions at FCI Dublin in Report | KQEDThe facility faced serious issues including staffing shortages and ongoing mistreatment of inmates, prompting concerns about accountability and systemic neglect.
Atlanta's Fulton county jail is a death sentence', say federal investigatorsFulton County Jail conditions violate constitutional rights, with rampant violence, neglect, and systemic issues leading to extreme mortality rates.
Special Master Slams Conditions at FCI Dublin in Report | KQEDThe facility faced serious issues including staffing shortages and ongoing mistreatment of inmates, prompting concerns about accountability and systemic neglect.
Atlanta's Fulton county jail is a death sentence', say federal investigatorsFulton County Jail conditions violate constitutional rights, with rampant violence, neglect, and systemic issues leading to extreme mortality rates.
Young woman died after being left lying unresponsive on hospital floorShannara Donnelly's death was due to inadequate monitoring and systemic failures in mental health care procedures.
Greenwich care home manager suspended after 'resident not washed for six months'Uju Delia Emekekwue's management led to significant risks for resident safety due to a lack of care plans and inadequate facility access.
Young woman died after being left lying unresponsive on hospital floorShannara Donnelly's death was due to inadequate monitoring and systemic failures in mental health care procedures.
Greenwich care home manager suspended after 'resident not washed for six months'Uju Delia Emekekwue's management led to significant risks for resident safety due to a lack of care plans and inadequate facility access.
Better care for mental health patients will hinge on funding | LettersProposed Mental Health Act reforms might limit access to care for individuals unless they enter the criminal justice system.
Up against a 'ghost network' for mental health care? Here's what you can doHealth insurance provider directories often contain outdated information, contributing to ghost networks that hinder access to care and lead to higher costs for policyholders.
What Type of Mental Health Care Do I Need?Finding the right mental health treatment is overwhelming, yet understanding levels of care and seeking assessment can provide clarity.
Democrats Accuse Newsom Administration Of Inflating Cost Of Failed Bills | KQEDCalifornia lawmakers accuse Newsom administration of inflating bill costs to block legislation.Critics argue overestimated costs affect important health care bills.Unprecedented accusations from Democratic lawmakers highlight internal tensions.
Prop. 1 OK Will Change How Californians with Mental Illness Get HelpCalifornians voted for Prop. 1 to improve mental health care.Prop. 1 includes funds for housing, treatment beds, and focuses on homeless with mental illnesses.
Democrats Accuse Newsom Administration Of Inflating Cost Of Failed Bills | KQEDCalifornia lawmakers accuse Newsom administration of inflating bill costs to block legislation.Critics argue overestimated costs affect important health care bills.Unprecedented accusations from Democratic lawmakers highlight internal tensions.
Prop. 1 OK Will Change How Californians with Mental Illness Get HelpCalifornians voted for Prop. 1 to improve mental health care.Prop. 1 includes funds for housing, treatment beds, and focuses on homeless with mental illnesses.
Insurers can restrict mental health care. What laws protect patients in your state?Insurance companies can undermine patients' mental health treatment decisions, leading to restricted access to care.State laws could serve as effective models for improving mental health care access.
The Guardian view on a Nottingham tragedy: mental health services must learn the lessons | EditorialThe tragic incident involving a fatal stabbing highlights the need for improved mental health care protocols to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Revealed: failures at Nottingham NHS hospital that left triple killer freeFailures by NHS trust in treating Nottingham knife killer Valdo Calocane led to a steep rise in patient deaths and a public inquiry into the care provided.
How new laws will affect schools in Berkeley and across CaliforniaCalifornia elementary schools implement new laws focusing on mental health, climate change education, free menstrual products, and transitional kindergarten expansion.
VA says it's seeing more patients than ever and cutting wait times for themEfforts by the Veterans Affairs Department to reduce wait times for patients, particularly in mental health care, have resulted in significant improvements.
Doctors Are Still Figuring Out Adult A.D.H.D.The lack of clear guidelines for diagnosing and treating ADHD in adults can lead to inconclusive evaluations and challenges in patient care.
Patients Deprived Of Outdoor Access at City-Run Psychiatric HospitalsPatients in NYC Health + Hospitals face deprivation of access to fresh air during psychiatric treatment.
MDMA trials are showing it has promise as a psychiatric medicine | LettersProper funding needed for integrated mental health care. MDMA and psychedelics show promise in psychiatric medicines based on evidence and controlled trials.
Trauma Recovery Center opens in Coney Island, aims to support survivors of violent crime * Brooklyn PaperA Trauma Recovery Center opened in Coney Island offering free counseling and support for crime victims, aiming for post-traumatic growth.
Travis County Diversion Center moves forward - Austin MonitorTravis County jail system is major mental health care provider; plans for mental health diversion center
Opinion | We Must Address New York City's Mental Health CrisisPrioritize mental health care funding to prevent violence and support those in crisis.
Kaiser accused of violations months after state fine on mental healthcareKaiser Permanente facing allegations of improper loss of mental health care for patients after an agreement to enhance services.National Union of Healthcare Workers accuses Kaiser of using illegal criteria and unfairly terminating care for patients needing additional treatment.
When the end of the road brings a new beginning - High Country NewsRural West faces high suicide rate, attributed to factors like firearm accessibility and lack of mental health care, impacting elderly white men and farmers.
Rise in armed forces suicide rates as more veterans seek mental health supportSuicide rate in armed forces increased, especially among young males.Study highlights disjointed and uncoordinated mental health care for military veterans.
When the end of the road brings a new beginning - High Country NewsRural West faces high suicide rate, attributed to factors like firearm accessibility and lack of mental health care, impacting elderly white men and farmers.
Rise in armed forces suicide rates as more veterans seek mental health supportSuicide rate in armed forces increased, especially among young males.Study highlights disjointed and uncoordinated mental health care for military veterans.
How Does Climate Fatigue Hurt Our Efforts? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyLevels of exhaustion are increasing due to factors like unsustainable lifestyle, economic stresses, and global issues.Climate fatigue is a specific type of exhaustion arising from climate-related anxieties and grief.
Gov. Gavin Newsom postpones state address as mental health proposition falls flat with votersGov. Gavin Newsom postponed State of the State address due to uncertain outcome of Proposition 1.Proposition 1 crucial for Newsom's homelessness and mental health care reform strategy.
Prop. 1 opponents say it's 'likely to pass' in close race. Why Gavin Newsom is counting on itProposition 1 vote count for Gov. Gavin Newsom remains closeMeasure tied to mental health care funding initiatives by Newsom
Gov. Gavin Newsom postpones state address as mental health proposition falls flat with votersGov. Gavin Newsom postponed State of the State address due to uncertain outcome of Proposition 1.Proposition 1 crucial for Newsom's homelessness and mental health care reform strategy.
Prop. 1 opponents say it's 'likely to pass' in close race. Why Gavin Newsom is counting on itProposition 1 vote count for Gov. Gavin Newsom remains closeMeasure tied to mental health care funding initiatives by Newsom
Depression too often gets deemed 'hard to treat' when medication falls shortDepression treatment requires a variety of approachesIncreased depression during COVID-19 led to mental health challenges
Hidden Histories: Racial Injustice at St. Elizabeths Mental HospitalRacial bias in mental health care at St. Elizabeths Hospital.Dr. Summers' interest in St. Elizabeths' history.
Antidepressant prescribing for youths surged during COVIDRise in antidepressant dispensing for females 12-17 and 18-25Possible neglect of mental health care for young males during the pandemic.
How a brother's illness spurred a plan to get mental health on the agenda across AfricaMental health care in Africa is a crucial priority, driven by personal experiences and the need to prevent similar tragedies.
Understanding the Availability of Mental Telehealth ServicesIncreased telehealth services post-pandemic, limited understanding on availability and structure.
L.A. County half-cent homelessness sales tax heads toward November ballotLos Angeles County supervisors voted to double the homelessness sales tax to fund housing and homeless services.
Two years later, Biden's gun safety law makes strides to stop gun violenceMore than 500 individuals charged with gun trafficking under Biden's gun safety legislation.
Older men die by suicide at steep rates. Here's how the VA is trying to change thatThe VA engages older veterans in physical activities like the Golden Age Games to improve mental health and prevent suicide.