Mental Health

Mental health is a critical issue that affects individuals, families, and communities and requires increased attention, awareness, and resources to improve access to care and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness.

More Mental Health Blogs

Youth Social Media Use and Associations With Suicide Risk

Youth Social Media Use and Associations With Suicide Risk

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May 22, 2025
New Arkansas Law Aims To Ensure Insurance Plans Cover Crisis Stabilization Unit Services

New Arkansas Law Aims To Ensure Insurance Plans Cover Crisis Stabilization Unit Services

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April 21, 2025
Tracking Mental Healthcare Data in Arkansas

Tracking Mental Healthcare Data in Arkansas

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February 20, 2025
Managing Stress and Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace

Managing Stress and Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace

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January 8, 2025
Maternal Mental Health Hotline Highlighted in National Awareness Effort

Maternal Mental Health Hotline Highlighted in National Awareness Effort

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December 3, 2024
Survey: 1 in 5 US Adolescents Had a Diagnosed Mental Health Condition in 2023

Survey: 1 in 5 US Adolescents Had a Diagnosed Mental Health Condition in 2023

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October 17, 2024
UPDATE: Final Rules Seek To Enhance Mental Health Parity Compliance

UPDATE: Final Rules Seek To Enhance Mental Health Parity Compliance

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September 13, 2024
Parental Stress a Public Health Challenge, Surgeon General Says

Parental Stress a Public Health Challenge, Surgeon General Says

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September 5, 2024
Survey Shows Worsening Mental Health Among Teens, But Also Some Positive Trends

Survey Shows Worsening Mental Health Among Teens, But Also Some Positive Trends

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August 16, 2024
CMS Announces New Behavioral Health Model

CMS Announces New Behavioral Health Model

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January 26, 2024
CMS Seeks Input on Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder Parity in Medicaid, CHIP

CMS Seeks Input on Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder Parity in Medicaid, CHIP

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October 19, 2023
FDA Approves First Pill To Treat Postpartum Depression

FDA Approves First Pill To Treat Postpartum Depression

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August 8, 2023
US Surgeon General Provides Framework to Address Epidemic of Loneliness, Isolation

US Surgeon General Provides Framework to Address Epidemic of Loneliness, Isolation

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May 3, 2023
Congress’ Omnibus Spending Package: A Heavy Emphasis on Health Care

Congress’ Omnibus Spending Package: A Heavy Emphasis on Health Care

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March 16, 2023
Survey: Suicidal Thoughts High Among US Teen Girls

Survey: Suicidal Thoughts High Among US Teen Girls

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March 9, 2023
Budget Act Includes Items on Medicaid Eligibility, Telehealth, Mental Health

Budget Act Includes Items on Medicaid Eligibility, Telehealth, Mental Health

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January 3, 2023
Employer Survey Shows Heightened Attention to Mental Health, Telemedicine

Employer Survey Shows Heightened Attention to Mental Health, Telemedicine

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November 21, 2022
CMS Issues Final Rule Expanding Access to Behavioral Health Services

CMS Issues Final Rule Expanding Access to Behavioral Health Services

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November 18, 2022

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