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davidshern on Depression
Tuesday, December 29 2009
What's Next for Mental Health
By David Shern, Ph.D., President and CEO, Mental Health America
As a New Year approaches, two important developments are helping to shape the future course of mental health.
On January 1, the federal mental health parity law becomes effective for all health plans. The law will broadly outlaw... Read more
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davidshern on Depression
Friday, November 20 2009
After Fort Hood
By David Shern, Ph.D., president and CEO, Mental Health America
The tragedy at Fort Hood is focusing greater attention on the military mental health system and the stresses experienced by troops, their families and professionals.
A major study conducted last year found that nearly 20 percent of military service... Read more
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davidshern on Depression
Friday, October 16 2009
Economy Taking Toll on Americans' Mental Health
By David Shern, Ph.D., president and CEO, Mental Health America
The economic downturn is taking a toll on the mental health of Americans. A new national survey finds individuals who are unemployed are four times as likely as those with jobs to report symptoms consistent with severe... Read more
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davidshern on Depression
Wednesday, September 02 2009
Suicide Prevention: There is More to Do
By David L. Shern, Ph.D.
President and CEO, Mental Health America
World Suicide Prevention Day is held on September 10th each year and coincides with National Suicide Prevention Week. These are important observances on an issue that needs to be put on the front burner all year long.
We... Read more
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davidshern on Depression
Thursday, August 06 2009
Mental Health on Campus
By Dr. David Shern, president and CEO, Mental Health America
Soon, college students will be back at classes and incoming freshmen will get their first taste of campus life. For many young people, college is the first taste of independence - an opportunity to make new friends and have fresh experiences. ... Read more
