The NNED keeps you in the know on what’s happening in behavioral health in the U.S. and around the world. Our collection of articles from multiple sources cover important headlines, recent findings, proposal calls, and more.
Mental Health in Asian American Communities: Overcoming Stigma
08/21/24
Research estimates that 57.8 million people across the U.S. are experiencing challenges with various mental illnesses. Despite this, societal biases against mental health issues persist. Mental illnesses can be effectively treated, but there is a socie …
Partner of the Month – October
08/19/24
In order to highlight pockets of excellence across the country, the NNED selects a partner organization to highlight once a month. ConnectFamilias has been selected as the Partner of the Month for October for Hispanic Heritage Month. ConnectFamilias Fa …
Partner of the Month – September
08/16/24
In order to highlight pockets of excellence across the country, the NNED selects a partner organization to highlight once a month. DiDi Hirsch has been selected as the Partner of the Month for September in awareness of Suicide Prevention Month. Didi Hi …
Tribal Nations, Urban Indian Health Organizations, to Receive $6.5m for Behavioral Health Support
08/16/24
Tribal nations and Urban Indian Health Organizations will receive $6.5 million in one-time grants for behavioral health services in Native American communities, the Governor’s Office announced Wednesday. The Behavioral Health System for Future Generati …
Simone Biles, the Power of Black Mental Health
08/14/24
On Aug. 1, Simone Biles, who was raised in Spring, Texas, vaulted into history in Paris by earning her eighth Olympic gold medal. Even as the 27-year-old nimbly navigated balance beams and uneven bars, defying gravity and even ankle injury as she leape …
He Lingered for Months in Jail; Long Waits for Texas Mental Health Beds Mean He’s Not Alone
08/12/24
During his six months in the Tarrant County Jail, Kai’Yere Campbell kept asking his mom, “Am I going home?” For a long time, Shantel Taylor didn’t have an answer for him. Campbell is intellectually and developmentally disabled, according to Taylor, and …
New Report Sheds Light on West Virginia’s Homeless Population
08/09/24
Calling it the first comprehensive study on homelessness in West Virginia, the Department of Human Services released a new report highlighting demographics of the unhoused. DoHS’ Bureau for Behavioral Health released its “Assessment of West Virgin …
Report Documents Behavioral Health Needs of Schools in McLean and Neighboring Counties
08/05/24
A recent Birth to Five Illinois report shows that schools across Region 17 — which covers McLean, DeWitt, Livingston and Logan counties — need more mental and behavioral health resources. Birth to Five Illinois launched two years ago to bring solutions …
San Antonio Church Leaders Train to Serve as Mental Health Counselors
08/02/24
After months of classes on counseling, Veron Blue got her chance to put what she has learned all year, to work. Across from her, was fellow trainee Deborah Johnson, who, as part of a lesson, assumed the role of a hypothetical client, who had come to Bl …
University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans
07/31/24
In recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is pleased to announce the launch of the OVMA Resiliency Program (ORP) in partnership with Falk College and Hendricks Chapel. The …