Articles tagged as: mental health
September 16, 2024
Sexually abusive calls burden 988 mental health crisis line counselors. They want more protection
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline counselors help people who may be on the cusp of taking their own life. But some counselors say that they’re also facing verbal and sexual abuse from a small fraction of callers.
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2024
All Indiana counties have a mental health workforce shortage. A new report provides solutions
Untreated mental illness cost Indiana more than $4 billion in 2019. Mental health staffing shortages play a role in that, according to Indiana University researchers who published a new guide with recommendations to address the issue.
Read MoreAugust 29, 2024
Community mental health centers served more people in Marion County
Marion County’s mental health centers announced a 35% increase in the number of people served since 2018.
Read MoreAugust 28, 2024
Breast cancer survivors have better outcomes with solid romantic relationships
For breast cancer survivors, maintaining a strong bond with their romantic partners can lead to better physical and mental health outcomes, according to a new data analysis.
Read MoreAugust 26, 2024
Indiana girls face increased bullying, mental health challenges, new report says
Girls in Indiana are graduating high school at a higher rate than previous years but are struggling more with bullying and mental health, according to a new statewide report.
Read MoreAugust 1, 2024
The Checkup: 'The Fifth Branch' and a quest for a safer mental health crisis response
Many cities and counties across the country are implementing unarmed crisis response teams for calls involving nonviolent mental health crises. But there is a long way to go to serve some of America's most vulnerable people.
Read MoreAugust 1, 2024
Indy’s new gun violence prevention program provides wraparound services
Indianapolis announced the state’s first hospital-linked violence prevention program with the goal of breaking the cycle of violence in the community.
Read MoreJuly 30, 2024
New program to provide Haitian and Burmese communities with mental health workforce training
New funding will train Haitian and Burmese residents to become behavioral health professionals in their communities.
Read MoreJuly 16, 2024
The 988 suicide hotline has gotten 10 million calls, but only a quarter of Americans know about it
988 has gotten roughly 10 million calls in the last two years. U.S. officials want to to raise awareness about the service
Read MoreJune 28, 2024
Indiana Black Expo introduces mental health series during Summer Celebration 2024
The Mental Health Symposium is a two-part series designed to educate the local Black community on mental health and brain wellness.
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