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

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

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October 19, 2023

Proposed Rules Seek To Enhance Mental Health Parity Compliance

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September 20, 2023

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

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May 3, 2023

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

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March 9, 2023

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

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November 21, 2022

CMS Issues Final Rule Expanding Access to Behavioral Health Services

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November 18, 2022

Need To Invest in School Nurses, Counselors Greater Now Than Ever

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August 23, 2022

6 Tips for Mental Health in the Workplace

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August 8, 2022

Report Shows Arkansas Has High Rates of Inpatient Stays for Mental Health Disorders, Identifies Hot Spots

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June 29, 2022

Under Pressure: How the COVID-19 Pandemic Has Intensified Our Mental Health and Opioid Crises

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February 1, 2022

Home Visiting Program Linked to Improved Health Outcomes, Healthy Behaviors Among High-Risk Infants, Mothers in Arkansas

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September 9, 2021

Public Comment Period Now Open for ARHOME Waiver Application

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June 15, 2021

Dr. Joe Thompson Discusses Mental Health Impacts of Pandemic

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February 18, 2021

Crisis Stabilization Units: A Better Place Than Jail for Arkansans With Mental Illnesses

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February 11, 2021
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Arkansas’s Ranking Unchanged in Latest Healthcare System Performance Report

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September 14, 2020

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