Traveling Play Helps Miami High School Students Talk About Mental Health
A theatre production designed to help teens find hope and comfort in each other and themselves has played to some 18,000 Miami students.
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In New York, ‘Housing First’ Approach Helps Unhoused People Find Stability
After a childhood spent in foster homes and three years living in a New York City shelter with her son, Ronnie Hodge was able to move into her own apartment two years ago. The apartment is leased by a nonprofit, HousingPlus, that helps parents with children get into housing – and then helps them tackle other problems. “It’s not housing only, but housing first,” said one researcher, who views the housing-first approach as vital.
As Ketamine Clinics Expand, Concerns Grow About Staffing, Protocols and Take-it-at-Home Models
As companies rush to open or buy ketamine clinics to treat mental health conditions, concern is growing about protocols, staffing levels and the safety of the newest approach: take-home ketamine.
Schools Earn Poor Marks When It Comes to Kids’ Mental Health
A coalition of mental health advocacy organizations released a report card, rating each of the 50 states and Washington, D.C. on their school mental health policies. The group didn’t give out grades, but if they did, there wouldn’t be any As.
