UD Arena has hosted a variety of events over the years: Elvis concerts; the Shrine Circus; Harlem Globetrotters games; more NCAA tournament games than any other venue; and, of course, 54 seasons and counting of Dayton Flyers basketball. Explore» PHOTOS: The Spotlight Few events in the history of the arena compare to what took place…

Could pediatricians learn to diagnose mental health issues to help with provider shortage? More than 160 million Americans live in areas with shortages of mental health professionals. The shortage is even more severe among providers who treat children. <!–> ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – More than 160 million Americans live in areas with shortages…

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The University of Dayton and CareSource held a town hall to spotlight mental health and suicide prevention.  The goal of Thursday’s event was to break down the stigma of mental health. It also gave a reminder to simply ask someone how they are doing. The event was held to honor Jada Grant,…

Abstract Mental health challenges impede the well-being of autistic people. This Review outlines contributing neurodevelopmental and physical health conditions, rates and developmental trajectories of mental health challenges experienced by autistic people, as well as unique clinical presentations. A framework is proposed to consider four contributing themes to aid personalized formulation: social–contextual determinants, adverse life experiences,…

NEWBURYPORT — The mayor is looking for some feedback on the city’s mental health needs and is seeking those willing to join focus groups to make that happen. Looking to address some of the lingering local impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Mayor Sean Reardon formed the Task Force on Mental Health of roughly a dozen…

Managing healthcare costs and improving mental health and emotional wellbeing programs are top of mind for employers, a new survey shows. When asked to list their top health and wellbeing priorities over the next three years, 69% of employers said managing their health plan’s costs and budgeting, while 63% said enhancing mental health programs. Another…

DAYTON — University of Dayton basketball coach Anthony Grant and his wife, Chris, were panelists Thursday evening as part of a special event presented by CareSource to spotlight and drive awareness about mental health and wellness in adolescents and young adults as well as to honor the life of their daughter, Jayda, who died by…

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – More than 40 law enforcement officers from across Kansas participated in mental health training on Thursday. The officers, from six different jurisdictions, are undergoing advanced mental health training to become members of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) to better serve their community. The training event is hosted by the Independent Living…

Bishop John Dolan stands before the congregation at the Saints Simon and Jude Cathedral on N. 27th Avenue in Phoenix on Sept. 10, 2023 during the Mass of Remembrance for People Who Died by Suicide. (Photo by Deanna Pistono/Cronkite News) A stained-glass window at the Saints Simon and Jude Cathedral in Phoenix on Sept. 10,…

The University of Utah’s Huntsman Mental Health Institute and Summit County partnered in 2019 to expand mental health coverage. That contract will expire in 2024. According to Summit County Council Chair Roger Armstrong, a major discussion point during contract renegotiations has been the finances. “It’s become unsustainable for HMHI. They’re losing about $1.6 million a…