Articles tagged as: mental health care
February 5, 2020
Why Some Kids May Not Get Enough Mental Health Care
In Indiana, lawmakers, hospital administrators and parents are raising concern over the way children on Medicaid receive mental health treatment. They say state policy creates a revolving door situation, which can be costly and dangerous.
Read MoreApril 17, 2019
Why Getting Mental Health Care Can Be A Struggle For Refugees
Research shows the trauma refugees suffer before coming to the U.S., and the difficulties they face starting over in a new country, can cause anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.
Read MoreJanuary 23, 2019
Prisoners With Mental Illness Still Waiting For Treatment
A federal judge has ruled that the Illinois Department of Corrections' care for inmates with mental illness remains "grossly insufficient" and "extremely poor."
Read MoreJanuary 7, 2019
Autism And Mental Health Issues Make Finding Care A Challenge
Getting the right treatment for a child who has autism can be tough. And parents can run into the same problems for a child who has a mental illness. When a child has both autism and a mental illness, the problem can be exacerbated.
Read MoreOctober 31, 2016
Drug Use, Lack of Access Land Indiana At The Bottom Of State Mental Health Rankings
Experts say more people are seeking treatment just as the number of mental health professionals in Indiana is dwindling.
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