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Policy Issues Mental Health America

(1 days ago) WebMental Health Policy. Mental Health America (MHA) takes a unique approach to policy because MHA believes policy should ask people what they need to live the lives they want and support them in getting there. Recovery is founded on the principle that people can …

https://www.mhanational.org/policy-issues

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Public Policy Reports NAMI

(2 days ago) WebNAMI publishes reports on critical, emerging issues to help inform the public about the importance of effective mental health policy. NAMI State Legislation Report: Trends in State Mental Health Policy. (2023) In 2022, COVID-19 restrictions eased, and Americans were able to return to familiar

https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Publications-Reports/Public-Policy-Reports/

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Policy Options to Advance Mental Health: Resources …

(8 days ago) WebThe COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the nation’s mental health. Americans were more likely to report experiencing stress, anxiety, or great sadness compared to people in other countries; …

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/blog/2021/policy-options-advance-mental-health-resources-and-tools-state-policymakers

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Designing for Better Mental Health Policy (SSIR)

(9 days ago) WebAfter nearly 20 years of experience developing and studying mental health policy, I see the need for governments to use mental health and social science differently. NAMI-NJ is trusted in the policy arena and more equipped to influence policy ideas among policy makers and partners than the scientists. Paired with robust policy design

https://ssir.org/articles/entry/designing-better-mental-health-policy

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Mental Health America 2024 Priorities Mental Health America

(Just Now) WebMHA advocates for a public health approach to mental health. MHA is a leader in promoting universal approaches to screening and mental health literacy education. We also recognize the importance of social drivers of mental health and substance use. We advocate for screening, collecting data, researching effective interventions, and …

https://www.mhanational.org/policy/2024-priorities

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FACT SHEET: President - The White House

(1 days ago) WebThe 2008 Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act called for mental health care benefits to be covered at the same level as physical health care benefits. The President’s fiscal year 2023

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/03/01/fact-sheet-president-biden-to-announce-strategy-to-address-our-national-mental-health-crisis-as-part-of-unity-agenda-in-his-first-state-of-the-union/

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Five Urgent Public Health Policies To Combat The …

(Just Now) WebFive Urgent Public Health Policies To Combat The Mental Health Effects Of COVID-19. Cindy B. Veldhuis. Elizabeth Stuart. M. Daniele Fallin. January 27, 2021 10.1377/forefront.20210122.959001

https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/five-urgent-public-health-policies-combat-mental-health-effects-covid-19

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Meeting the moment: Policies to improve behavioral health

(9 days ago) WebTo help address these policy challenges, this paper a) describes some mental health interventions that are provided outside of traditional, office-based health care settings and available evidence

https://www.brookings.edu/collection/meeting-the-moment-policies-to-improve-behavioral-health-care-in-the-us/

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Four Actions Government Can Take to Address Mental …

(8 days ago) WebFour Actions the Federal Government Can Take to Address Mental Health in the U.S. Emily White and Amy White from Mobile Crisis Response Teams, an organization that deals with behavioral health, …

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/blog/2023/four-actions-federal-government-can-take-address-mental-health-us

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Public Policy Mental Health America

(1 days ago) WebMHA and our affiliates meet through the Regional Policy council to exchange ideas about best practices and barriers to regional, state, and local policy efforts and agency activities. Our state advocacy priorities include Medicaid expansion, integrating primary and mental health care services, and building peer supports, including recovery

https://www.mhanational.org/public-policy

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Mental Health Services and Policy - Johns Hopkins

(Just Now) WebThe faculty in the Mental Health Services and Policy Area remain committed to the vision of recovery espoused by the New Freedom Commission as a real possibility and focus their research and practice efforts on finding ways to make this possibility a reality. Faculty members implement their research findings on mental health and behavioral

https://publichealth.jhu.edu/departments/mental-health/research-and-practice/mental-health-services-and-policy

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Behavioral health policy for improving population health and …

(3 days ago) WebINTRODUCTION. Every year behavioral health problems affect millions of individuals and cost over $240 billion in increased healthcare, criminal justice, child welfare, education, and labor market costs [].Ongoing efforts within the research and practice communities have sought to integrate evidence-based behavioral health strategies into a …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7413185/

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Fact Sheet: New Strategy Outlines Five Priorities for Reducing …

(3 days ago) WebEnsuring access to evidence-based care for mental health greatly reduces suicide risk among those with behavioral health problems, including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and addiction.

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/11/02/fact-sheet-new-strategy-outlines-five-priorities-for-reducing-military-and-veteran-suicide/

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Transforming Mental Health Care in the United States RAND

(5 days ago) WebThe U.S. mental health system has reached a moment when a historic transformation to address persistent problems appears realistic. These problems include high levels of unmet need for care, underdevelopment of community-based supports that can help avoid unnecessary emergency care or police engagement, and disparities in …

https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RBA889-1.html

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Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being in Schools: An …

(2 days ago) WebIntroduction. This action guide was designed for school administrators in kindergarten through 12th grade schools (K-12), including principals and leaders of school-based student support teams, to identify evidence-based strategies, approaches, and practices that can positively influence students’ mental health.

https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/mental-health-action-guide/pdf/DASH_MH_Action_Guide_508.pdf

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3 Policy Recommendations to Safeguard Students’ Mental Health

(8 days ago) WebMiami-Dade '15. 1. Increase funding for school-based mental health services and incentivize innovation. The federal government just approved the $13.2 billion Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief Fund. These funds will be available for use by State Educational Agencies (SEAs) through 2023.

https://www.teachforamerica.org/one-day/opinion/3-policy-recommendations-to-safeguard-students-mental-health

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Caring for Your Mental Health - National Institute of Mental

(8 days ago) WebHere are some self-care tips: Get regular exercise. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can boost your mood and improve your health. Small amounts of exercise add up, so don’t be discouraged if you can’t do 30 minutes at one time. Eat …

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health

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Mental Health Services for Children Policy Brief

(1 days ago) WebAccording to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), 61% of areas with a mental health professional shortage are rural or partially rural. [ 3] There is also a gap between the demand for services from child psychiatrists and psychologists and the supply of providers. Experts project that the number of child and adolescent

https://www.cdc.gov/ruralhealth/child-health/policybrief.html

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Mental Health Awareness Month NAMI

(1 days ago) WebSince its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a cornerstone of addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with mental health conditions. Throughout the month, NAMI actively participates in this national movement, dedicated to eradicating stigma, extending support, fostering public education and

https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Mental-Health-Awareness-Month/

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Pediatric Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health: Federal Policy

(4 days ago) WebThe proposals seek rapid actions to improve current policy regarding the mental health and overall well-being of children in the U.S. in light of the many stressors they face during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the pandemic began, mental health-related emergency room visits have increased by nearly 25% for children ages 5-11 and …

https://www.mhanational.org/research-reports/pediatric-mental-emotional-and-behavioral-health-federal-policy-recommendations

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How We Rewrote Our Company’s Mental Health Policy

(2 days ago) WebRead more on Health and behavioral science or related topics Personnel policies and Mental health Kelsey Raymond is the president of Intero Digital ‘s Content & PR Division, formerly Influence

https://hbr.org/2016/07/how-we-rewrote-our-companys-mental-health-policy

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MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH 2024 OUTREACH TOOLKIT

(6 days ago) WebMHA in New York State, Inc. Albany, NY (518) 434-0439 mhanys.org. Allegany Co. MHA Wellsville, NY (585) 593-1991 Association for Mental Health and Wellness Ronkonkoma, NY (631) 471-7242 mentalhealthandwellness.org. Community Connections of Franklin Co.

https://www.mhanational.org/sites/default/files/MHM/2024/toolkit/2024-Where-to-Start-Toolkit.pdf

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