New research suggests that women with serious mental illness (SMI) who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy may face gaps in information, support, and resources in mental Health services. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Health Affairs on April 1, emphasizes the importance of integrating pregnancy and parenting interventions, education, and resources for women…
Plantation Man Charged with Premeditated Murder of Wife and Toddler A Plantation man, Jean Carlos Aponte, appeared in court on Sunday and was charged with two counts of premeditated murder in the first degree for the tragic deaths of his wife, Sara Ashley Gama, and their 2-year-old son, Ethan. Aponte, a 40-year-old military veteran, is…
The demand for increased access to mental Health care is on the rise in Nebraska, with a particular focus on meeting the needs of the Latino community. Recent data from AM Counseling and Consulting reveals that only around 7% of graduates in the mental health field are proficient in Spanish, highlighting a significant gap as…
The Los Angeles City Fire Department has recommended discontinuing a pilot program that aimed to test alternatives to traditional police and fire responses for mental Health emergencies. The program, known as the “Therapeutic Van” program, was introduced in response to public demands for police reform following the murder of George Floyd. However, a report by…
A groundbreaking new scientific project led by the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (ICTA-UAB) is set to explore the potential benefits of nature-based Health therapies on mental health. This project, known as GreenME, aims to integrate these therapies, which involve frequent exposure to natural green spaces, into public…
Texas A&M University System Expands Free Mental Health Services for Students In a groundbreaking initiative, Texas A&M University has announced the expansion of free mental health services to over 153,000 students across all A&M System institutions. This move comes as part of the university’s commitment to supporting student well-being and academic success. The newly introduced…
The Department of Defense has announced the launch of the 2024 Health Related Behaviors Survey, which aims to gather important data on the health and well-being of nearly 250,000 active duty and Reserve service members. This year’s survey includes questions addressing reproductive health and family planning, mental health stigma, gender identity, adverse childhood experiences, and…
