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Are your employees struggling with behavioral health access? Our partnership with WellSpace Maine + WellSpace@Work guarantees in-person and virtual access within 5 days. Read from The Portland Press Herald about how many in Maine struggle to get the mental health services they need: https://lnkd.in/eT-WXhuQ

A new study underscores that effective mental health care is multifaceted, reflecting the diverse needs of individuals. Tailoring approaches to fit unique circumstances ensures that support is both impactful and accessible. As leaders in the field, we need to recognize that embracing a variety of strategies and fostering a holistic view of mental health is crucial. Then, we can advance mental health care with both the empathy and innovation that is required. #MentalHealth #Healthcare #Innovation #PersonalizedCare

The Mental Health Act featured as one of the government's priorities in today's King's Speech 🧠 The monarch says that his government will focus on improving the "mental health provision for young people", as well as "ensure mental health is given the same attention and focus as physical health". The government will also legislate to modernise the Mental Health Act "so it is fit for the 21st Century", which is welcome news for the many mental health care providers, including HealthHero, who have called for this much-needed review. Check out the blog below ⬇️ #kingsspeech #mentalhealthact #healthnews

This is good in that the focus is where it should be on the most serious mental illness, but High Quality? - one things for sure they won’t find that. Layla Moran MP reckons she’s going to find cases of high quality support.😆 The inquiry will focus on the experience of patients receiving mental health care in the community, with MPs examining what high quality care looks like from the point of view of adults with severe mental illness (SMI). https://lnkd.in/ezc5ypfq

Experts are concerned about a growing Mental health crisis nationally. In part one of our series on rural health, we take a look at the... #mentalhealth #wellbeing #mentalhealthstigma

This briefing provides an overview of mental health policy in England. Warning: This briefing includes discussion of suicide and self-harm, which some readers may find distressing. Full downloadable report in the link👇🏾 #mentalhealth #policy

Over the past century, U.S. attitudes toward mental health have evolved from stigma and institutionalization to increased awareness and community-based care. This shift in attitude is due to advocacy, legislation, and technology, which have played crucial roles in destigmatizing mental illness and integrating mental health into overall well-being. Despite progress, access to care remains a challenge, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and robust support systems. Let's continue to work towards a world where mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health. #mentalhealth #health #mentalfitness #healthcare

📉 The Devastating Impact on Mental Health – Updated 📉 We’ve revisited an older post to dive deeper into how government cuts continue to impact mental health. This update explores the ongoing effects on vulnerable communities and why urgent action is needed more than ever. Read to learn how this crisis has evolved. 🧠 Check it out #MentalHealth #GovernmentCuts #MentalHealthCrisis #CommunityCare #SupportSystems #TheRoadToMentalWellness #Government #publichealth https://lnkd.in/eYdQnuez

A sufficient number of health workers is essential to ensure adequate access to healthcare services; the same holds true for mental health. Do you know which three countries ranked the highest in the number of psychiatrists working in the mental health sector? The answer, according to the latest data from the World Health Organization, is Norway, Switzerland and New Zealand. Want to stay informed about the latest insights on mental health, and how countries and regions are addressing mental health-related issues? Click the link to read our #YouthHongKong article and gain valuable knowledge on this crucial topic: https://shorturl.at/rbM7m #MentalHealth #WorkplaceWellness #EmployeeWellbeing #HealthcareInnovation #MentalHealthMatters

The mental health crisis we're seeing goes deeper than individual well-being—it's a cascading effect that weakens entire communities. We need to address those needs along with the actual root causes. By prioritizing accessible, preventative mental health care, we can strengthen communities' mental health and potentially aid in the collective healing of our communities. #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #PatientCare