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Mental health liaison hired to work with Midcoast law enforcement agencies
A newly announced partnership will pair a mental health provider with law enforcement agencies in Midcoast Maine. A mental health liaison from Sweetser will support the Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office along with the Bath, Brunswick and Topsham police departments. “We’re doing something. We’re responding to a need in our community,” said Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel…
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Colorado joins Meta lawsuit over children and mental health
Colorado joins Meta lawsuit over children and mental health – CBS Colorado Watch CBS News Colorado is the latest state to join the Meta lawsuit over children and its impact on mental health. View CBS News In Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now…
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Dartmouth releases five-year plan to improve mental health and well-being on campus
Valley News – Dartmouth releases five-year plan to improve mental health and well-being on campus News > Education Valley News Staff Writer Published: 10/24/2023 10:14:03 PM Modified: 10/24/2023 10:12:42 PM HANOVER — Dartmouth College released a new strategic plan for mental health and well-being this week. The plan’s release follows President Sian Leah Beilock’s inaugural…
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New PSA aims to raise awareness about those who struggle with mental health and substance abuse
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A new public service announcement is released aiming to raise awareness about people who struggle with both mental health issues and substance abuse for millions of people. This is about grief turned into a mission. The new PSA is out on the anniversary of a young man’s death. “My son Harris was…
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Nearly 5,000 Pilots Suspected of Falsifying Mental Health Records: FAA
New details are emerging about the off-duty pilot accused of trying to shut down the engines of a commercial jet carrying passengers mid-flight. Police say Joseph Emerson had told them he had “consumed psychedelic mushrooms” and “had not slept in 40 hours.” Emerson also said he “thought he was having a nervous breakdown,” according to…
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New PSA highlights the dangerous intersection between substance use and mental health
New PSA highlights the dangerous intersection between substance use and mental health – CBS Philadelphia Watch CBS News A new PSA looks raise awareness about people who struggle with both mental health issues and substance abuse View CBS News In Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive…
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RC commissioners accuse RCMH&RS board member Wachs of benefitting from public monies
Richland County Commissioners on Tuesday voted to accept the resignation of the Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services board member who they allege was financially benefiting from public monies, in violation of Ohio law. “This is quite problematic as a sitting board member with additional records that indicate you personally voted on said monies…
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Verbal abuse of healthcare workers has been up — as have their mental health problems
A new CDC report finds a rise in threats and verbal abuse aimed at health care workers since the start of the pandemic. The harassment is linked to high levels of anxiety, depression and burnout.
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‘People are hurting:’ Report says VA not meeting goals for implementing essential mental health services
RICHMOND, Va. — A recent performance review of a program designed to expand access to public mental health services and improve their quality found that the initiative has not fully met those goals over the years. Virginia mental health leaders said the state hasn’t fully set the program up for success, but they expressed optimism…
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Long Beach mayor calls for more drug, mental health resources after videotaped sex assault
The mayor of Long Beach took to social media on Tuesday to address the disturbing sexual assault of a woman by a transient that was captured on camera. “This incident is absolutely unacceptable,” said Mayor Rex Richardson in a video update streamed on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Every resident deserves to feel safe as…
