PTSD

Magellan Health Services establishes hotline to counsel those affected by Boston Marathon tragedy

April 17, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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The company is offering a toll-free hotline in which behavioral health professionals are available to help individuals deal with tragedy and also a toolkit of information on its website.

The Meadows selected as preferred provider to military patients

April 16, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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The trauma and addiction treatment center is pleased to announce a five-year contract with United Behavioral Health (UBH) operating under the brand Optum, a sub-contractor of the military’s TRICARE health program. Under this agreement, The Meadows will provide behavioral health and substance abuse inpatient services to eligible beneficiaries.

PODCAST: Patrick Kennedy advocates for veterans' mental health

April 16, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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Former congressman and current behavioral health advocate Patrick Kennedy discusses the work that has to be done in helping the nation's veterans.

PODCAST: 'Fighting the tyranny of suffering from a mental illness'

April 13, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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Former congressman and current behavioral health advocate Patrick Kennedy explains how those in the behavioral health field can work together with veterans to make a difference.

Congressman calls for behavioral health reform

March 12, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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Congressman Charles Boustany, Jr., M.D., U.S. House of Representatives (R-LA) discusses the areas of behavioral healthcare in which he is pushing forward.

New screen provides patients with a 'mental health number'

February 7, 2013     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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WhatsMyM3 screens for depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, substance abuse and suicide risk.

New program to serve active duty servicewomen

December 13, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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New Jersey-based medical center opens new program to meet the needs of military women suffering from PTSD, depression, and other behavioral health conditions.

Breaking down the barriers for teens seeking help

December 5, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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Professionals in Joplin, Missouri have introduced to adolescents a 24-hour text messaging service with the intentions of breaking down barriers for teens seeking help.

American Psychiatric Association approves DSM-5

December 3, 2012     Dennis Grantham, Editor-in-Chief
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Latest revision of diagnostic guide said to reflect evolutionary, conservative approach

Report reveals cost of veterans’ unmet mental health needs

November 16, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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A report by the National Council calls on community behavioral health centers to fill the gap in care for veterans.

Statement from HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Veterans Day

November 12, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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As she writes a 'thank-you' to all those who serve in the military, Sebelius also discusses the moves that the government is making to assist the military population.

NAMI conducts survey of college students with mental illnesses

October 31, 2012     Shannon Brys, Associate Editor
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Survey collects information about the mental health accommodations on campus from 765 college students that have been diagnosed with a mental condition.

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