As ADA observes 30th anniversary, advocates cite progress, needed changes.

• Authors : Canady, Valerie A.

Subjects: PSYCHIATRIC treatment laws; MEDICAL policy; MENTAL healthUNITED States

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 8/3/2020, Vol. 30 Issue 30, p1-7. 7p.

• Abstract: July 26 marked the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and while there has been much progress noted from this landmark civil rights ... Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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California governor: COVID‐19's effects demand major MH response.

• Authors : Enos, Gary

Subjects: BUDGET; HEALTH behavior; MEDICAL policyCALIFORNIA

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 1/18/2021, Vol. 31 Issue 3, p1-3. 3p.

• Abstract: Acknowledging the need to address fallout from the COVID‐19 crisis that it says has exacerbated "decades‐long inequalities" for struggling Californians, the administration of California ... Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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New York state advocates push for permanent telehealth measures.

• Authors : Canady, Valerie A.

Subjects: MEDICAID law; MEDICAL care societies; HEALTH insurance reimbursement lawsNEW York (State)

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 7/20/2020, Vol. 30 Issue 28, p3-5. 3p.

• Abstract: Recognizing that telehealth is a critical tool for improving care access and continuity, two New York state provider and advocacy organizations — citing a decrease in ... Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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Mental health groups unite on addressing social injustice, civil unrest.

• Authors : Canady, Valerie A.

Subjects: MENTAL depression risk factors; POST-traumatic stress disorder -- Risk factors; SUBSTANCE abuse -- Risk factors

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 6/8/2020, Vol. 30 Issue 23, p1-3. 3p.

• Abstract: As nationwide protests continue to be underway over racial inequality following the death last month of 46‐year‐old George Floyd while in police custody in ... Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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MH leaders, insurers unite on COVID‐19 resource toolkit.

• Authors : Canady, Valerie A.

Subjects: COVID-19; AUDIOVISUAL materials; HEALTH education

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 4/13/2020, Vol. 30 Issue 15, p3-5. 3p.

• Abstract: Observing a need to educate mental health providers and consumers amid a mental health crisis resulting from COVID‐19, several national leaders in the health community ... Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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Bill introduced to support mental health for medical workers.

Subjects: *MEDICAL policy -- Law & legislation; *ENDOWMENTS; *HOSPITAL medical staff

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 9/14/2020, Vol. 30 Issue 35, p8-8. 1p.

• Abstract: A bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Fred Upton (R‐Michigan) and six other representatives would create grant programs designed to support the mental ... Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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International commentary addresses reducing suicide risk.

• Authors : Canady, Valerie A.

Subjects: ANXIETY prevention; PSYCHOLOGICAL stress -- Prevention; SUICIDE prevention

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 6/8/2020, Vol. 30 Issue 23, p3-4. 2p.

• Abstract: Although there are suggestions that suicide rates will rise as a result of the COVID‐19 pandemic, it is not inevitable. However, universal interventions are needed ... Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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Advocates for the homeless seeking funding for COVID‐19.

• Authors : Canady, Valerie A.

Subjects: CENTERS for Disease Control & Prevention (U.S.); EPIDEMICS; FEDERAL governmentILLINOIS

• Source: Mental Health Weekly. 3/16/2020, Vol. 30 Issue 11, p7-8. 2p.

• Abstract: Now that the federal $8.3 billion appropriations bill has passed and been signed into law this month to stem the spread of the new Copyright of Mental Health Weekly is the property of John Wiley & Sons, Inc. and its content may not be copied ...

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