Teen advocates support each other’s mental health with pet therapy

When we go through a difficult time, having friends who understand can make all the difference. That’s where Jocelyn and Skye come in. They help other teens struggling with their mental health.

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Family says Denver 16th Street Mall slashing suspect suffered mental health issues, used hard drugs; “He’s a lost boy”

The grandparents of Denver stabbing suspect Elijah Caudill say their grandson was plagued with untreated mental health issues all his life and nursed a serious drug habit that included crystal meth, fentanyl and synthetic marijuana.

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Southern Iowa Mental Health wants people to have access to mental health care regardless of cost

Almost a third of people who experience mental health issues don't get treatment... because of the cost. K-Y-O-U's Randall Gimm explains there's one group opening up options in South East Iowa.

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Miami U addresses student mental health with new initiative that puts support right at their fingertips

The collaboration was achieved through student input and a nearly $1 million grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education for initiatives only for student's mental health.

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Session set to update state of Flint Hills region mental health resources

The Mental Health Town Hall Meeting is 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16 at the Manhattan Public Library, 629 Poyntz Ave.

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Kotek calls for more readily available mental health care in State of the State address

The most specific new promises and recommendations she offered in her speech were in the mental health care arena.

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Subway Attacks Renew Questions About Forced Mental Health Treatment

A look back at the story of Joyce Brown, who in the 1980s fought city government efforts to force her into a psychiatric hospital.

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Catholic Charities expanding youth mental health services

Catholic Charities is expanding its building and youth mental health services.

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Kotek calls for action on homelessness, mental health issues in State of the State address

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