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More states allow students to take mental health days off …

(7 days ago) WebSchool officials in Plainfield, Ill. — a town about 35 miles southwest of Chicago whose district has an enrollment of more than 25,000 — said 3,703 students took a combined 6,237 mental health

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2022/06/10/1103939937/kids-mental-health-days

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Ranking the States 2022 Mental Health America

(4 days ago) WebYouth Ranking 2022. States with rankings 1-13 have lower prevalence of mental illness and higher rates of access to care for youth. States with rankings 39-51 indicate that youth have higher prevalence of mental illness and lower rates of access to care. The 7 measures that make up the Youth Ranking include: Youth with At Least One Major

https://www.mhanational.org/issues/2022/ranking-states

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More Schools Are Offering Student Mental Health Days.

(2 days ago) WebState lawmakers in New York are considering a bill to allow K-12 students to take mental health days. If it passes, New York will join a dozen other states that give students an excused absence

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/more-schools-are-offering-student-mental-health-days-heres-what-you-need-to-know/2023/01

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12 States Offer Excused Mental Health Days For Students In School

(8 days ago) WebTwelve states now allow students to take "mental health days" as excused absences, and experts say it's a huge step forward. When Lori Riddle was in high school, she testified before Oregon’s state legislature in support of a bill that allowed excused absences to cover mental health. It worked: Oregon is one of handful of states that …

https://news.yahoo.com/12-states-offer-excused-mental-162513755.html

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States Take Action to Address Children’s Mental Health in Schools

(3 days ago) WebBased on a national scan of state legislation introduced during the pandemic (March 2020 to December 2021), NASHP identified 92 state laws that were enacted to support children’s mental health through schools. States have pursued a range of approaches including 26 states allocating federal and state funding to increase school-based mental

https://nashp.org/states-take-action-to-address-childrens-mental-health-in-schools/

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12 States Offer Excused Mental Health Days For Students …

(2 days ago) WebSince Riddle’s testimony, more states have approved excused absences for mental heath for school-aged children and teens. According to VeryWell Mind, states that have mental health absences

https://www.today.com/parents/parents/mental-health-days-students-school-rcna40320

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Some States Now Permit Students To Take Mental Health …

(8 days ago) WebEncouraged by student advocates, some states have passed legislation allowing students to take so-called “mental health days” from school. In 2018, Utah changed the definition of excused absences from …

https://psychnews.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.pn.2019.12b9

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More states are allowing children to take mental health days

(6 days ago) WebA dozen states already have measures in place that allow kids to take off for mental health and not just physical health reasons. A handful of others* are considering making similar changes to

https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2022/10/02/student-mental-health-days/

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State Policies Expanding Access to Behavioral Health Care in …

(6 days ago) WebOn KFF’s 21 st annual Medicaid budget survey, all responding states reported at least one initiative to expand behavioral health care in Medicaid in state fiscal year (FY) 2021 and/or 2022, 1

https://www.kff.org/mental-health/issue-brief/state-policies-expanding-access-to-behavioral-health-care-in-medicaid/

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These states allow kids to take mental health days from …

(2 days ago) WebStates That Allow Mental Health Absences. In June, Washington passed House Bill 1834 into law, making it the 12th state to excuse student absences for mental health reasons.

https://www.simplemost.com/states-that-let-kids-take-mental-health-days/

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The State of Mental Health in America Mental Health America

(2 days ago) WebIn 2019-2020, 20.78% of adults were experiencing a mental illness. That is equivalent to over 50 million Americans. The vast majority of individuals with a substance use disorder in the U.S. are not receiving treatment. 15.35% of adults had a substance use disorder in the past year. Of them, 93.5% did not receive any form of treatment.

https://www.mhanational.org/issues/state-mental-health-america

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PSYPACT: 26 states have now passed laws allowing interstate …

(2 days ago) WebPsypact is an agreement allowing psychologists in participating jurisdictions to practice across state lines, whether via telepsychology or temporary in-person practice. Of the 26 states participating in the compact, 18 states have enacted Psypact legislation that has been formally adopted by the Psypact Commission, the compact’s governing body.

https://www.apaservices.org/practice/legal/technology/psypact-interstate-practice-telehealth

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The Federal and State Role in Mental Health

(1 days ago) WebThe Federal Role in Mental Health The federal government works in partnership with the states to address mental health. The federal role in mental health includes regulating systems and providers, protecting the rights of consumers, providing funding for services, and supporting research and innovation. As a major funding source for mental health …

https://www.mhanational.org/issues/federal-and-state-role-mental-health

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Best and Worst States for Mental Healthcare

(Just Now) WebMental Health America reports that in 2019, just prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, almost 20% of adults experienced a mental illness. Recently estimated figures are even higher. According to the Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey, at the end of 2021, 47% of adults reported experiencing symptoms of anxiety and 39% reported …

https://healthcareinsider.com/best-states-for-mental-healthcare-346733

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State-by-state Guide Telehealth - University of Texas at Austin

(5 days ago) WebFor Mental Health and Medical Professionals: State-by-state guide to the rules/laws about telehealth/telemedicine services across state lines Update - June 1, 2021 As of June 1, 2021, this page now represents a historical document of state-by-state guidance that was valid until spring 2021 when most telethealth guidance changed too …

https://cmhc.utexas.edu/state_telehealth.html

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Eleven States Launch New Initiative to Address America’s Youth …

(1 days ago) WebSeven other states— California, Iowa, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia and Utah—have received planning grants and intend to launch their own Corps in the fall of 2025. As the program expands, thousands of young adults will participate each year, providing mental-health support to tens of thousands of teens.

http://www.americorps.gov/newsroom/press-release/eleven-states-launch-new-initiative-address-americas-youth-mental-health

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NJ among top states for happiness, mental health in new report

(1 days ago) WebReleased this week for Mental Health Awareness Month in the U.S., Soliant's "Happiest and Healthiest States" report ranked New Jersey sixth overall. The Garden State stands out for its mental

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/health/2024/05/16/nj-among-top-states-for-happiness-mental-health-in-new-report/73691462007/

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Age of Consent for Mental Health Treatment by State 2024

(Just Now) WebMost states allow minors between 12 and 16 to consent to their own mental health treatment. Maryland lowered their age of consent for mental health treatment from 16 to 12 in 2021. Minors in Connecticut can receive six sessions of mental health counseling with no parental consent. There are 18 states that either require a person to be 18 years

https://worldpopulationreview.com/state-rankings/age-of-consent-for-mental-health-treatment-by-state

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State by State Info NRC PAD

(7 days ago) WebState by State Info NRC PAD. A psychiatric advance directive (PAD) is a legal document that documents a person’s preferences for future mental health treatment, and allows appointment of a health proxy to interpret those preferences during a crisis. PADs may be drafted when a person is well enough to consider preferences for future mental

https://nrc-pad.org/states/

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Psychiatric Advance Directives NAMI

(Just Now) WebMany people with mental illness, their families and health professionals are not familiar with PADs. Currently, only 25 states have laws that allow them. For states that do not have laws, an individual can still draft a PAD under the more general statutes connected to health care directives or living wills.

https://www.nami.org/Advocacy/Policy-Priorities/Responding-to-Crises/Psychiatric-Advance-Directives/

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Can I Practice Therapy Or Telehealth Across State Lines

(4 days ago) WebTakeaway. Although telehealth options significantly expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic, no federal laws allow therapists to practice across state lines. Instead, individual states determine who can practice therapy within their state. Therefore, licensed mental health counselors are encouraged to contact their licensing board and a …

https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/therapist-tools/can-i-practice-therapy-or-telehealth-across-state-lines-exploring-options/

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Assisted Suicide for Depression: Is It Legal? - Healthline

(6 days ago) WebLegalized states. Assisted suicide criteria. Europe vs. U.S. Summary. Assisted suicide for depression is controversial, and experts worry about unclouded decision-making in patients and physicians

https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/assisted-suicide-for-depression

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Practicing Telehealth Across State Lines: 2023 Update

(6 days ago) WebFirst, practicing over state lines can often carry a fine at the board level. Like other illegal activities, it especially becomes an issue if you get caught. While chances of getting caught are slim, they exist and can be especially difficult. More specifically, practicing telehealth across state lines without a local license can become a

https://telehealth.org/practicing-telehealth-across-state-lines-spring-2023/

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Mental health for all

(8 days ago) WebState of California Mental health for all. California is transforming our entire mental health and substance use disorder system. The result: better behavioral health care for all Californians. We’re delivering on the promises made decades ago for care in the community. And we’re focusing on those who are the most ill, unsheltered, and

https://mentalhealth.ca.gov/

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California Moves Faster to Transform Mental Health System for All, …

(9 days ago) WebWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: California is accelerating the distribution of billions of dollars in new funding available to counties and others to construct outpatient, inpatient, and residential behavioral health facilities and creating new mental health resources for Californians across the state.. REDWOOD CITY – Today, while visiting a …

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2024/05/14/california-moves-faster-to-transform-mental-health-system-for-all-with-urgent-focus-on-most-seriously-ill-homeless/

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Counseling License Reciprocity Guidelines by State

(Just Now) WebLicensed Mental Health Counselor Reciprocity. Depending on the initial and receiving states, LMHCs/LPCs may qualify for licensure by reciprocity under the new Counseling Compact beginning in late 2024. For states that do not have reciprocity agreements, it is usually still possible to apply for a license using your previous qualifications and/or …

https://www.counselingdegreeguide.org/reciprocity/

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Where in Florida are the most involuntary holds for mental health.

(3 days ago) WebSome of the data shows that from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023, there were 174,450 involuntary examinations statewide. “This tool will allow Florida to better serve mental health needs in the

https://www.naplesnews.com/story/news/local/2024/05/13/where-in-florida-are-the-most-involuntary-holds-for-mental-health/73517160007/

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Social Media Bans Alone Won’t Improve Mental Health, Say …

(4 days ago) WebVerma was joined by Ava Havidic, the president of the National Student Board Member Association and a student at the Millennium 6-12 Collegiate Academy in Tamarac, Fla. Havidic said the stigma

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/social-media-bans-alone-wont-improve-mental-health-say-student-advocates/2024/05

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New State Laws Could Complicate Behavioral Health Dealmaking

(3 days ago) WebThe state already requires health care entities to give state regulators 90 days’ notice before closing while the state decides within 45 days to waive a “cost and market impact review” or within 60 days to conduct such a review that could extend up to eight months. Private Equity Owns 6.2% of Mental Health, 7.1% of Addiction

https://bhbusiness.com/2024/05/14/raft-of-new-state-laws-could-complicate-behavioral-health-dealmaking/

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Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders Medicare

(Just Now) WebMedicare covers certain screenings, services, and programs that aid in the treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, the free and confidential Suicide Crisis Lifeline. You can call and speak with a trained crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days

https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/mental-health-substance-use-disorder

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