FORUM TOPIC
Mental Health
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An All-Hands-On-Deck Approach to End Homelessness
Congress has a decision to make. Will we change the way we distribute funds to fight homelessness, or will we continue to reward providers based on an ideological philosophy?
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Hospitalizing the Homeless: For those with serious mental illness, it is compassionate to get them off the streets
We must safeguard our civil liberties, but we also must not forget abut the right of an ill person who relies on society’s conscience and protection to survive a treatable illness.
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Hospitalizing the Homeless: Without affordable housing and services, the mentally ill will end up back on the streets
Mayor Adams should promote solutions that center on people, focus on connecting short-term interventions to long-term housing solutions, and promote pathways to economic mobility.
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Protecting the Mental Health of Our Students
The earlier we help our youth who are struggling, the more likely we will be able to ensure a productive and prosperous future for the next generation.
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Ripon Profile of Stephanie Bice
The Representative of Oklahoma’s 5th Congressional District discusses an issue facing American that is not getting enough attention and outlines the biggest challenges facing her District.
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More Needs to Be Done to Meet the Mental Health Challenges Facing Veterans
Transitioning from active duty brings many challenges and mental health stressors.
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The Fight to Rebuild Our Broken Mental Health System
Over 2 million Americans with serious mental illness go without treatment each year. This Congressman believes it’s time to help them, and he’s got a plan to do just that.
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The Real Mental Health Crisis in America
According to this expert and activist, the problem facing the nation’s mental health system is not one of money. Rather, it’s one of misplaced priorities.
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The Wisconsin Example
The Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly discusses how his state is reinvesting in mental health care and a package of reforms that was recently approved.
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A Q&A with Gordon Smith
Over a decade after the death of his son, this former Oregon Senator is spearheading a campaign to raise awareness of depression and end the stigma of the disease.
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The Invisible Wounds of War
Today, one veteran commits suicide every 65 minutes. A look at the work being done to end this epidemic and care for the combat-related injuries that no one can see.
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The Cost of Doing Nothing
After years of deep budget cuts, an examination of why investing in mental health care not only saves money, but saves lives.