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State Laws on Emergency Holds for Mental Health …

(6 days ago) WEBObjective: Psychiatric emergency hold laws permit involuntary admission to a health care facility of a person with an acute …

https://ps.psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.ps.201500205

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State-by-State Guide on Involuntary Commitment Laws

(7 days ago) WEBColorado Involuntary Commitment Laws. Colorado is unique in that it is possible for a judge to remand someone to treatment for drug or alcohol use disorder for up to 180 days …

https://www.bicyclehealth.com/blog/state-by-state-involuntary-commitment-laws

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State laws on emergency holds for mental health stabilization

(7 days ago) WEBOnly 22 states require some form of judicial review of the emergency hold process, and only nine require a judge to certify the commitment before a person is hospitalized. Five …

https://pure.johnshopkins.edu/en/publications/state-laws-on-emergency-holds-for-mental-health-stabilization

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Grading the States: An Analysis of Involuntary Psychiatric …

(9 days ago) WEBTreat or Repeat: A State Survey of Serious Mental Illness, Major Crimes and Community Treatment Individuals with serious mental illness who have committed major crimes …

https://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/reports_publications/grading-the-states-an-analysis-of-involuntary-psychiatric-treatment-laws-2018/

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California may expand who can issue psychiatric 5150 holds

(9 days ago) WEBA pending bill would extend the so-called 5150 confinement authority to county-designated psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, licensed marriage …

https://calmatters.org/health/mental-health/2024/01/california-5150-therapists/

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Reasonable or Random: 72-Hour Limits to Psychiatric Holds

(1 days ago) WEBAcross the United States, state laws most commonly limit the duration of emergency psychiatric holds to 72 hours. Estimates suggest that more than 1 million …

https://ps.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.ps.202000284

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NAMI Releases Latest Report Exploring State-Level Mental Health

(5 days ago) WEBSep 13, 2023. NAMI released today a new publication: NAMI State Legislation Report: Trends in State Mental Health Policy (2022), which highlights and summarizes …

https://www.nami.org/nami-news/nami-releases-latest-report-exploring-state-level-mental-health-legislation-in-2022/

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State Laws on Emergency Holds for Mental Health Stabilization

(5 days ago) WEBThis survey of mental health laws creates the foundation for studies to evaluate how emergency hold laws are being used and to assess the impact of the laws on care, …

https://www.academia.edu/97135680/State_Laws_on_Emergency_Holds_for_Mental_Health_Stabilization

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State Laws on Emergency Holds for Mental Health Stabilization

(9 days ago) WEBFive states do not guarantee assessment by a qualified mental health professional during the emergency hold. Conclusion: This study highlights the variability …

https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2859439

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Trends in State Mental Health Policy - nami.org

(6 days ago) WEBagencies to advocate for needed changes to state law. In 2022, NSOs made mental health front and center among policymakers’ priorities and tackled many of the …

https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/PDFs/NAMI_2022_State_Legislation_Report.pdf

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State Reporting Requirements for Involuntary Holds, Court …

(Just Now) WEBThe number of states with laws requiring or allowing NICS reporting increased from 8 in 2007 to 43 in 2017, and there was a 9-fold increase in the number of …

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama-health-forum/fullarticle/2811899

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Involuntary Commitment Laws by State 2024 - World Population …

(5 days ago) WEBInvoluntary Commitment Laws by State 2024. Long-term involuntary commitment laws permit psychiatric centers to accept a patient for an extended time, without their consent, …

https://worldpopulationreview.com/state-rankings/involuntary-commitment-laws-by-state

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How Tennessee's involuntary psychiatric treatment law works

(Just Now) WEB1:23. Involuntary emergency psychiatric hospitalization can begin with a 911 call or a trip to the emergency room. The state's commitment law gives law …

https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/2018/11/18/mental-illness-involuntary-psychiatric-commitment-tennessee/1580525002/

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An Overview of Involuntary Mental Health Holds in Idaho

(3 days ago) WEBIdaho Code § 66-320—72 Hour Administrative Hold. In addition to the traditional involuntary hold process described previously, the Idaho Legislature has …

https://isb.idaho.gov/blog/an-overview-of-involuntary-mental-health-holds-in-idaho/

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72-Hour Psychiatric Hold: What You Need to Know - MedCircle

(6 days ago) WEB4.8/5 stars Apple App Store. A 72-hour hold (also known as a 5150 or 5585) is a specific code that refers to involuntary mental health hospitalization. During this …

https://medcircle.com/articles/what-is-a-72-hour-psychiatric-hold/

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Involuntary Mental Health Treatment - Colorado

(Just Now) WEBThis resource offers guidance on navigating the laws and rules on mental health care and involuntary treatment in our state. If you or a loved one is in need of immediate help for …

https://bha.colorado.gov/resources/involuntary-mental-health-treatment

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Nevada’s mental health crisis hold - Nevada Legislature

(9 days ago) WEB• All 50 states in US have involuntary mental health hold laws to protect people and communities from risk of harm to self or others or inability to care for self-due to mental …

https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/81st2021/ExhibitDocument/OpenExhibitDocument?exhibitId=47277&fileDownloadName=SB70_Bill%20Presentation%20Testimony_Jessica%20Flood_Northern%20Regional%20Behavioral%20Health%20Policy%20Board.pdf

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Emergency Mental Health Holds (17-38) - Colorado General …

(3 days ago) WEB10/02/2017. This issue brief addresses the state’s emergency mental health hold procedure, which allows for a person to be involuntarily held for a 72-hour period of …

https://leg.colorado.gov/publications/emergency-mental-health-holds-17-38

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Mental Health Rights Mental Health America

(1 days ago) WEBAs an organization, MHA is committed to the principles of human and civil rights inherent to the concept of equal justice under the law. This includes the rights of persons with …

https://mhanational.org/issues/mental-health-rights

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State Laws on Emergency Holds for Mental Health Stabilization

(5 days ago) WEBState Laws on Emergency Holds for Mental Health Stabilization. Objective: Psychiatric emergency hold laws permit in-voluntary admission to a health care facility of a person …

https://ps.psychiatryonline.org/doi/pdf/10.1176/appi.ps.201500205

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Gavin Newsom signs law to 'overhaul' mental health system

(9 days ago) WEBNewsom also is expected to sign legislation sending a ballot measure to voters that includes two key provisions: a $6.4 billion bond to pay for 10,000 new …

https://calmatters.org/health/2023/10/california-mental-health-involuntary-treatment-law/

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Mental Health Protections - Office of the Texas Governor

(3 days ago) WEBFind information on key laws and resources for Texans living with a mental health diagnosis. This page provides information on both resources and contacts that can help …

https://gov.texas.gov/organization/disabilities/mental_health_protections

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SC Laws that Pertain to Mental Health - SCDMH

(3 days ago) WEBThe following are links to portions of the Code of Laws of South Carolina pertaining to DMH, voluntary and involuntary (judicial commitment and emergency admission) …

https://scdmh.net/patients_families/patient-advocacy-2/sc-laws-that-pertain-to-mental-health/

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2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention HHS.gov

(Just Now) WEBGoal 12: Embed health equity into all comprehensive suicide prevention activities. Goal 13: Implement comprehensive suicide prevention strategies for …

https://www.hhs.gov/programs/prevention-and-wellness/mental-health-substance-abuse/national-strategy-suicide-prevention/index.html

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A new California rule tries to hold down your health care costs.

(1 days ago) WEBIn a letter to the board, the California Hospital Association proposed a 6.3% target for 2025 and urged state regulators to consider how inflation, aging and a new …

https://calmatters.org/health/2024/04/health-care-costs-rule/

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N.Y. Prisons Holding Mentally Ill People in Solitary, Lawsuit Says

(Just Now) WEBA complaint filed by the Legal Aid Society and others accuses the state prison system of holding mentally ill and disabled people in isolation despite a law …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/nyregion/ny-prisons-solitary-confinement.html

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Integrating Mental and Physical Health to Better Support Patients …

(6 days ago) WEBMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it is a time to raise awareness of and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health issues. Hold commercial …

https://www.aha.org/news/perspective/2024-04-26-integrating-mental-and-physical-health-better-support-patients-and-communities

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It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Tips and Resources for Mental Health

(3 days ago) WEBState Laws and Regulations; 10 Steps for Avoiding Legal Problems; Mental health conditions can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, …

https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/its-okay-not-be-okay-tips-resources-mental-health-awareness-month

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Mental & Behavioral Health Licensure Department of Inspections

(7 days ago) WEBIPP was established in 1996 to support licensees who struggle with impairments due to alcohol or drug abuse, mental health conditions, and/or physical disorders. The IPRC …

https://dial.iowa.gov/i-need/licenses/medical/mental-health/mental-behavioral

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More Workers Seek Mental Health Concessions, Creating Vexing …

(9 days ago) WEBANALYSIS. More Workers Seek Mental Health Concessions, Creating Vexing Legal Questions for Firms "People are more willing to step up and say, 'I'm a …

https://www.law.com/corpcounsel/2024/05/08/more-workers-seek-mental-health-concessions-creating-vexing-legal-questions-for-firms/

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Maine governor signs off on new gun laws, mental health …

(7 days ago) WEBAUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Democratic Gov. Janet Mills on Friday signed into law a suite of gun safety legislation approved by lawmakers after the deadliest mass …

https://apnews.com/article/maine-governor-signs-laws-gun-control-4bc11dc818cc678b25488d36cf9bcfdd

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Victoria state budget 2024 winners and losers: $400 for school …

(5 days ago) WEBThe state government will boost the metropolitan industrial and municipal waste levy to $167.9 a tonne from mid-2025, up from the current $129.27. Kinder and …

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/may/07/victoria-state-budget-2024-winners-and-losers-400-for-school-students-home-buyer-fund-boost-and-increased-levies

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Did You Know? Workers’ Comp Covers Mental Health

(8 days ago) WEBDid you know that you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for a mental health injury or illness resulting from work? Studies show that 30-50% of adults …

https://blog.dol.gov/2024/05/03/did-you-know-workers-comp-covers-mental-health

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Victorian state budget 2024: airport train delayed and sick leave …

(1 days ago) WEBBy 2027-28, interest payments on state debt are forecast to total $9.38bn – or $26m a day. This year’s deficit has also increased from $3.5bn in the December budget …

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/may/07/victorian-state-budget-2024-airport-train-delayed-and-sick-leave-for-casuals-scrapped-in-bid-to-rein-in-debt

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This Mental Health Awareness Month, Congress should unlock …

(8 days ago) WEBMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in 2024, there is a mental health crisis in this country. While the pandemic is over, many Americans are still …

https://www.ocregister.com/2024/05/05/this-mental-health-awareness-month-congress-should-unlock-telehealths-potential/

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Florida 6-week abortion ban, backed by DeSantis, begins …

(8 days ago) WEBHow Fla's new abortion law works:In Florida, pregnant people have 6 weeks to make life-changing decision. Why deadline matters. States can now decide abortion …

https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/local/state/2024/04/30/florida-6-week-abortion-ban-backed-by-desantis-begins-wednesday/73497889007/

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UTA grad’s future career combines law and mental health

(4 days ago) WEBRussell, a psychology major with minors in neuroscience and law and legal studies, started her college journey during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic; her …

https://www.uta.edu/news/news-releases/2024/05/07/uta-grads-future-career-combines-law-and-mental-health

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