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www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Health

String of killings have put spotlight on adequacy of mental health care in UK

A key line of inquiry in high-profile killings is the suspect's mental health history, highlighting issues in mental health treatment and care. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
Health

White House updates National Strategy for Suicide Prevention to address mental health crisis

Reducing mental health stigma involves extensive reforms like the updated National Strategy for Suicide Prevention by the White House. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
1 month ago
Health

A new $16,000 postpartum depression drug is here. How will insurers handle it?

Zuranolone, a treatment for postpartum depression, is both novel and expensive, with insurers yet to publish coverage criteria.
Insurers handling of zuranolone similar to predecessor brexanolone, with concerns about restrictive coverage guidance and fail-first requirements. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
2 months ago
Health

Health care workers push for their own confidential mental health treatment

Health care workers often delay seeking mental health treatment due to fears of risking their professional licenses.
States are working to provide confidential care for health professionals to address mental health issues and prevent workforce burnout. [ more ]
www.ocregister.com
3 months ago
Health

Ketamine therapy for mental health a Wild West' for doctors, patients

For-profit ketamine clinics have grown in popularity and offer infusions for various mental health issues.
Ketamine is not approved by the FDA for mental health treatment, leading to wide variability in treatment protocols among providers. [ more ]
Kqed
1 month ago
Mental health

As California Seeks to Legalize Psychedelics for Therapy, Oregon Provides Key Lessons | KQED

California bill SB 1012 aims to legalize therapeutic use of psychedelic drugs under supervision, expanding treatment opportunities for mental health conditions. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Mental health

Elias: Proof of California Prop. 1's worth will be in its performance

Proposition 1 aims to address homelessness in California but may only solve a small percentage of the problem.
The $6.4 billion measure includes new treatment beds for mental health issues but may not significantly impact the overall homelessness crisis. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Mental health

Magic mushroom therapy is booming in Jamaica

Psilocybin therapy retreats are gaining popularity in Jamaica for mental health treatment.
Jamaica has a booming market for psychedelic drugs like magic mushrooms. [ more ]
Consequence
3 months ago
Mental health

Korn's Brian "Head" Welch and partners open mental health treatment center

Korn guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch has partnered to open a mental health treatment center in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Welch has been open about his battles with mental health and addiction and hopes to help others through Atlantic Behavioral Health. [ more ]
San Jose Inside
2 months ago
Public health

Opponents of Newsom's Mental Health Plan Concede It's Likely to Pass

Opponents of Gov. Gavin Newsom's Proposition 1 concede likely passage.
Proposition 1 includes bond for treatment facilities, housing, changes to tax on personal incomes. [ more ]
www.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago
Public health

Proposition 1: A fix for homelessness, or a fast lane to lockdowns?

Proposition 1 on the California ballot aims to build supportive housing and expand mental health treatment, funded by a $6.38 billion bond measure.
The initiative is controversial, as opponents argue it could restrict counties' flexibility in using mental health funds and potentially infringe on individuals' rights. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Early California primary election results show Proposition 1 passing by a narrow margin

California ballot measure restructuring and funding for homeless housing and behavioral health treatment centers appeared likely to pass.
The two-pronged ballot measure would shift MHSA funding to the state for behavioral health treatment and substance abuse, with a $6.4 billion bond for mental health and addiction treatment. [ more ]
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