By Pamela Hyde, Administrator, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This week a new study reported that nearly one in five American adults experienced a diagnosable mental illness in 2012. Of these tens of millions of Americans, less than half (41 percent) received any mental health services in that time.
By Howard K. Koh, MD, MPH, Assistant Secretary for Health, Department of Health and Human Services
On December 1, 2013, we marked the 25th observance of World AIDS Day. This year, my hope is that we can address the shame and social rejection that puts people at risk for two serious health issues—HIV and suicide.
By Donald B. Moulds, Acting Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Health and Human Services
The Parity Act makes it easier for Americans to get the care they need by prohibiting certain discriminatory practices that limit coverage for mental health and substance use disorder treatment and services.
By Charlotte Mullican, Senior Advisor for Mental Health Research, AHRQ
Primary care doctors see patients with many different health issues, including people with mental health disorders. Some primary care doctors also have a mental health provider in their offices that can help those who need this care.
By Pamela Hyde, Administrator, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Mental illness has been in the news a lot lately, and it's good that we as a nation are talking about it. We now have more tools than ever to make a real difference and provide treatment for those experiencing mental illness.
