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WTW: Employers putting focus on managing costs, mental health care
It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that employers are putting a focus on managing healthcare costs in the coming year. And a new analysis from WTW highlights some of the areas in which they’re aiming to addressing these expenses. The consultancy surveyed 457 employers representing 7.3 million workers in June and July, and…
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Future uncertain for Oregon mental health hotline
Your browser does not support the audio element. Oregon’s Warmline is a hotline people can call to get support and talk through issues with a peer. For the second quarter of 2023, the service received over 20,000 calls across the state, a more than 40% increase in demand compared to last year. But while need…
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Psychedelic users tended to have better mental health outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic
A recently published study, which was conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, suggests that individuals who have used psychedelic substances experience lower psychological distress, improved well-being, and enhanced post-traumatic growth. The new findings appear in the journal Scientific Reports. The use of psychedelic drugs has long been a subject of fascination and debate. Historically, these substances…
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Governor Newsom Takes Additional Actions to Support Californians with Behavioral Health Challenges
SACRAMENTO — Today, Governor Newsom took action to expand access and services available for Medi-Cal members living with significant behavioral health needs. WHAT THIS APPLICATION WOULD MEAN FOR CALIFORNIANS Significant investment in California’s health care work force to better support people living with behavioral health needs – mental health and substance use disorders. Transitional rent services…
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Judge plans to dismiss landmark Illinois prison mental health lawsuit
A federal judge has signaled his intent to dismiss a massive civil rights lawsuit pending since 2007 against the Illinois Department of Corrections seeking significant improvements in mental health care for more than 12,000 inmates. In a preliminary ruling issued last week during a telephone conference with attorneys for the state and inmates, U.S. District…
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Where they stand in the Kentucky governor’s race: Mental health
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Both candidates for Governor of Kentucky say mental health is a critical issue. The KFF, a health policy and polling agency, reports that in February, 37.4% of adults in the state reported symptoms of anxiety and/or depressive disorder. They also say the state is currently meeting only 24.2% of the need for mental…
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Kathryn Burgum, wife of Gov. Doug Burgum, opens up about mental health advocacy, struggle with addiction
The wife of North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, a Republican presidential candidate, is opening up about her long struggle with alcoholism, her path to sobriety and how the experience inspired her to become an advocate for eliminating the stigma around addiction and mental health. As part of ABC News’ “Running Mates” series, Kathryn Burgum sat…
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What is the best way to treat severe mental illness?
Listen to this podcast Your browser does not support the element. California is overhauling its mental-health system. The state exemplifies two broad shifts in mental-health care in America: the building of more beds and an expansion of involuntary treatment. What is the best way to treat severe mental illness? John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard…
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Mental Health Responses to the Recent Conflict in Israel
Meysam Azarneshin_AdobeStock The war between Israel and Hamas that broke out on Saturday, October 7, has had a profound impact on Israel, affecting not only the general population but also psychiatric patients and the professionals who treat them. This article describes the response to this challenging situation. Psychiatric In-Patient Treatment Israel’s severe psychiatric patients are…
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Patrik Laine giving an assist to mental health resources
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine has announced his continued support for the central Ohio community by lighting the lamp to support men’s mental health awareness. For every point – goals and assists – he scores during the 2023-24 National Hockey League season, Laine will donate $1,000 to the OhioHealth Foundation to provide mental health…
