Mental Health Issues In Texas

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(2 days ago) WebMental Health in Texas 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year. In Texas, 796,000 adults have a serious mental illness. More than half of Americans report that COVID-19 has had a negative impact on their mental health. In February 2021, …

https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/StateFactSheets/TexasStateFactSheet.pdf

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Texas’ shortage of mental health care professionals is …

(9 days ago) WebTexas currently can’t use over 700 of its 2,911 funded state psychiatric hospital beds due to workforce shortages, said officials with Texas Health and Human Services. As of Dec. 31, state

https://www.texastribune.org/2023/02/21/texas-mental-health-workforce-shortage/

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Texas ranks last in mental health care among U.S. states

(7 days ago) WebScott Simon speaks with Dr. Sarah Wakefield, the chair of psychiatry at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, about the state's …

https://www.npr.org/2022/06/04/1103075887/texas-ranks-last-in-mental-health-care-among-u-s-states

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Texas Health Data - Mental Health

(1 days ago) WebThe Texas Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), initiated in 1987, is a federally supported landline and cellular telephone survey that collects data about Texas …

https://healthdata.dshs.texas.gov/dashboard/mental-health/mental-health

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All Texas Access Report 2023 - Texas Health and Human …

(2 days ago) WebThe challenges people face accessing mental health services in rural Texas are significant. As of November 2022, 98 percent of the 254 counties in Texas are considered mental …

https://www.hhs.texas.gov/sites/default/files/documents/all-texas-access-report-dec-2023.pdf

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In rural Texas, ERs are facing a growing mental health crisis

(3 days ago) WebFor 24/7 mental health support in English or Spanish, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s free help line at 800-662-4357. You can also reach a …

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/05/07/texas-mental-health-hospitals-er/

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How Texas’ mental health vision fell apart The Texas Tribune

(8 days ago) WebThe need for these mental health services is only rising. Texas 988 centers in 2021 answered 60,000 calls, a 92 percent increase compared to 2018. The average …

https://www.texastribune.org/2023/12/22/texas-mental-health-system-challenges/

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What’s driving the increased demand for mental health …

(5 days ago) WebYoung people and people of color are driving the demand for mental health services across the country. That national trend is reflected here in Texas, too. To get to the bottom of the issue, the Texas …

https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/whats-driving-the-increased-demand-for-mental-health-care-in-texas/

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Adult Mental Health Texas Health and Human Services

(2 days ago) WebThe Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) contracts with 37 local mental health authorities (LMHAs) and two local behavioral health authorities (LBHAs) to …

https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/adult-mental-health

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Mental Health and Substance Use - Texas Health and …

(2 days ago) WebIf you feel you are experiencing a mental health or substance use emergency but your safety or the safety of others is not at immediate risk, please contact: The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 9-8-8. Veterans …

https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use

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Mental health issues among Texas children exacerbated by …

(6 days ago) WebThe Annie E. Casey Foundation found that the number of Texas children diagnosed with anxiety or depression increased by 23 percent between 2016 and 2020, …

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/2022/08/09/430233/growing-mental-health-issues-among-kids-exacerbated-by-pandemic/

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Mental health issues are soaring among Texas children, here’s how

(1 days ago) WebInvestments in youth mental health care are in the works. The Texas Legislature created the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium in 2019 to leverage …

https://mmhpi.org/topics/in-the-news/mental-health-issues-are-soaring-among-texas-children-heres-how-doctors-are-helping/

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Texas Mental Health — Everybody Hurts

(1 days ago) WebCrisis Text Line reports mental health trends in Texas, including depression, anxiety, suicide, and self-harm. In crisis? Get 24/7 support by texting CRISIS to 741741. Top …

https://www.stateofmentalhealth.org/texas

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Texas Stuggles With Mental Healthcare - Reform Austin

(7 days ago) WebDespite the setbacks and shortcomings, Texas is making attempts to address its mental health problems. The state’s Health and Human Services Commission, the …

https://www.reformaustin.org/healthcare/a-state-of-need-texas-struggles-with-mental-healthcare-2/

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Mental Health Protections - Office of the Texas Governor

(3 days ago) WebThe National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources, and best practices for professionals. …

https://gov.texas.gov/organization/disabilities/mental_health_protections

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Mental Health Crisis Services Texas Health and Human Services

(2 days ago) Web866-729-3848. Counties Served. Brazoria and Galveston. LMHA Name. Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center. Crisis Number. 866-752-3451 or 254-776-1101. Counties Served. …

https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-crisis-services

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Mental Health Understanding Houston

(4 days ago) WebMental health problems are also common among people in the criminal legal system. Estimates suggest between 50% to 75% of youth in the juvenile legal system …

https://www.understandinghouston.org/topic/health/mental-health/

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Mental Health Access in Texas - The Rees-Jones Foundation

(6 days ago) WebFor comparison, Texas ranked 30 for adult prevalence of mental illness and access to care. For all ages Texas ranks 38 out of 51 in regard to overall mental illness …

https://www.rees-jonesfoundation.org/mental-health-access-in-texas

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In rural Texas, ERs are facing a growing mental health crisis - Daily …

(2 days ago) WebThe mental health workforce shortage is more acute in rural areas, adding to rising patient loads in hospital ERs. By Liza Kalinina, The Texas Tribune. For 24/7 …

https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2024/5/12/2239584/-In-rural-Texas-ERs-are-facing-a-growing-mental-health-crisis

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Mental health care remains inaccessible for many in San Antonio

(3 days ago) WebThis figure is 62% lower than the national average (2.61 facilities) and makes Texas the only state to average fewer than one mental health facility per 100,000 people.

https://news4sanantonio.com/news/local/mental-health-care-remains-inaccessible-for-many-in-san-antonio-despite-major-investments-texas-ranks-worst-treatment-facilities-issue

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Foundation working on college mental health, suicide rates go …

(1 days ago) WebAccording to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration says that roughly 12.6 million 18-25-year-olds in the U.S. experienced a mental crisis in …

https://kvia.com/be-mindful/2024/05/10/foundation-working-on-college-mental-health-suicide-rates-go-down-including-texas/

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Survey: 1 in 4 Texas college students have mental illness

(6 days ago) WebAccording to the Mayo Clinic, up to 75% of struggling students are reluctant to seek help for mental health issues. A study by the Journal of Anxiety & Depression …

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/south-texas-el-paso/news/2022/10/13/survey--1-in-4-texas-college-students-have-mental-illness

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Children’s Mental Health Texas Health and Human Services

(6 days ago) WebMental health services start with a thorough assessment and developing a plan to address goals identified by the child and family. Services to the child and family may include: …

https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/childrens-mental-health

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Types of Support — Here For Texas

(5 days ago) WebIf you need help finding resources, call the Here For Texas Mental Health Navigation Line at 972.525.8181 and speak to a trained navigator for guidance, information, resources …

https://www.herefortexas.com/types-of-support

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The 5 Most Common Mental Health Disorders in Dallas, Texas

(2 days ago) WebFor that reason, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission launched a hotline specifically for men and women struggling with depression and other …

https://stonegatecenter.com/blog/2020/12/20/the-5-most-common-mental-health-disorders-in-dallas-texas/

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NAMI looking to help children with mental health issues

(1 days ago) WebThe National Alliance on Mental Illness is looking to bring attention to increased suicidal thoughts in young adults. BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas — According to the CDC in …

https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/health/mental-health-crisis-in-youth-worsens/499-2e2052fa-ae8a-4812-bc16-0a1fb755e0f9

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Texas A&M regents OK land swap for mental health hospital to …

(8 days ago) WebTexas A&M said through this agreement, TVDML is leasing the Amarillo site for $1 a year to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to construct a …

https://www.amarillo.com/story/news/2024/05/08/texas-am-regents-ok-land-swap-for-mental-health-hospital-to-amarillo/73604045007/

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HHSC Recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month

(8 days ago) WebHHS Executive Commissioner. May 3, 2024. Jennifer Ruffcorn, 512-424-6951. [email protected]. AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human …

https://www.hhs.texas.gov/news/2024/05/hhsc-recognizes-may-mental-health-awareness-month

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Texas’ 2024 political issues: border security, abortion, school

(8 days ago) WebSome political issues in 2023, such as school vouchers and border security, drew attention throughout the year. And others, like turmoil seen at the Houston school …

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/01/01/texas-political-issues-2024/

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Abbott blames Texas mall shooting on mental health, but what …

(9 days ago) WebJust one day after the most recent mass shooting in the United States -- this time at an outdoor mall in Allen, Texas-- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott blamed the incident on …

https://abcnews.go.com/US/abbott-blames-texas-mall-shooting-mental-health-address/story?id=99166228

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