The Big Picture: The shortage of mental health providers continues to escalate, leaving millions without access to necessary care. As demand for mental health services rises, exacerbated by the pandemic, counselors and therapists face overwhelming caseloads, low pay, and burnout. The ripple effect impacts both urban and rural communities, with some areas requiring hundreds more...

Catch up quickly: A report from Mental Health America (MHA) reveals that 23% of adults—nearly 60 million Americans—experienced mental illness in the past year. The report highlights a worsening mental health crisis in the U.S., with key issues including untreated mental illness, suicide, and substance use disorders, according to Healthcare Innovation News. The big picture:...

October 11, 2024 – Yesterday marked World Mental Health Day 2024, a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and advocating for accessible care. This year’s theme, “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right”, highlighted the urgent need for equitable mental health services for everyone, regardless of their location, background, or socioeconomic status....