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The #COVID19 pandemic has exacerbated existing gaps within the nation’s behavioral health care system, leading to unmet clinical and social care needs for children and youth, particularly those residing in New York State. Eboné Carrington and Kelechi Ezealaji explain how New York can enhance its #behavioralhealth system, advance efforts to mitigate the adolescent behavioral health crisis and support communities in need:

The #COVID19 pandemic has exacerbated existing gaps within the nation’s behavioral health care system, leading to unmet clinical and social care needs for children and youth, particularly those residing in New York State. Eboné Carrington and Kelechi Ezealaji explain how New York can enhance its #behavioralhealth system, advance efforts to mitigate the adolescent behavioral health crisis and support communities in need: 

Everyone's mental health journey is different, which is why our new Primary Behavioral Health program for adults and teens doesn't use a one-size-fits-all approach. Dr. Ajeng Puspitasari shares more about this customized program and how it can help you understand your unique challenges and build meaningful coping skills and strategies. https://lnkd.in/daf-5_SB

Please take a minute to fill out this important survey. #mentalhealthmatters

🧠 A 2023 report by Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) in conjunction with the Children’s Health Policy Centre (CHPC) at Simon Fraser University reveals higher mental health challenges for children with neurodevelopmental conditions like ASD, FASD, and ID. Let's break the stigma and prioritize #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. 💙 Share to raise awareness! 🌟 #MentalHealthMatters #EmpowerKids 🚀 https://ow.ly/Q8E950QyZaM

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Did you know community health centers play a major role in supporting behavioral health needs? Discover how CHCs contribute to community well-being and provide accessible mental health care to underserved populations. https://bit.ly/3TwkWiZ

It's time to address the crucial issue of mental health among children and young adults. The struggles they face are real, but so is our capacity for change. 👦👧 Our youth deserve transformative support from the get-go. By intervening early, we can reshape their journey and pave the way for brighter, healthier futures. Let's work together to ensure that every child and adolescent has the opportunity to thrive mentally and emotionally. Learn more: cybhi.chhs.ca.gov Download the behavioral health apps: calhope.org #DHCS #CYBHI #MentalHealth #TransformativeChange #EmpowerYouth #California #HealthcCare

EXHIBITOR: iMind iMind Behavioral Health offers a unique comprehensive approach to streamline care and provide convenient and efficient mental health treatment. From crisis response and urgent care to traditional outpatient therapy and intensive in-home therapy, they have it all. Their dedication to servicing underserved communities, no matter their income or employment status, ensures that everyone has access to quality care. Explore iMind Behavioral Health at the 6th annual CAP Conference! #jordanpeerrecovery #jpr #capconference2024 #capconference #conference #recovery #peerrecovery #peersupport #mentalhealth #mentalhealthwellness #addiction #addictionrecovery #reentry #mentalhealthsupport

“[Suicide] is the worst possible outcome of a combination of a lot of complex things that often includes mental health challenges. This means we have opportunities to intervene before a person reaches that point of suicidality.” - Vic Armstrong, MSW, Vice President for Health Equity and Engagement at American Foundation for Suicide Prevention As a member of the campus community, what you can do to contribute to mental health promotion and crisis and suicide prevention? In our latest blog post, we dive into seven best practices, which can be followed by any higher ed leader. Among them, we cover the importance of: 💙 Building a culture of care 💙 Getting comfortable being uncomfortable 💙 Recognizing the role of the student 💙 Utilizing a mixed methods approach Read now. 👉 https://bit.ly/4f3dZPu #SuicidePrevention #StudentMentalHealth

We are the sum of our parts. When one part of us needs attention, the rest will likely chime in. Over half of the AbsoluteCare member population suffers from behavioral health conditions, including mental health and substance use challenges, which can negatively affect their quality of life and weaken their ability to recover from adverse health events. When we say we provide care #beyondmedicine, we mean addressing all of our member's needs, medically or otherwise. Read more about our approach to behavioral and mental health at https://lnkd.in/gj4n522q.