MN task force on psychedelics: State reviews use of mushrooms, LSD, MDMA for mental health
Minnesota may be setting the stage to become the third state to legalize psychedelics in some form.
Minnesota may be setting the stage to become the third state to legalize psychedelics in some form.
MN reviews using psychedelics for mental health
Minnesota may be setting the stage to become the third state to legalize psychedelics in some form. The 2023 legislature established a task force to advise members on the legal, medical, and policy issues surrounding the use of these drugs by doctors.
Minnesota may be setting the stage to become the third state to legalize psychedelics in some form. The 2023 legislature established a task force to advise members on the legal, medical, and policy issues surrounding the use of these drugs by doctors.
Major US cities embrace mental health response with behavioral clinicians replacing police in 911 calls
Data gathered by The Associated Press show at least 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are hosting or starting such programs, sometimes called civilian, alternative or non-police response teams.
Data gathered by The Associated Press show at least 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are hosting or starting such programs, sometimes called civilian, alternative or non-police response teams.
US suicide rate reached highest number ever last year
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
New influencer trend could prompt mental health crises, suicide as users tune into 'fake life': Tech Founder
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
Bed rotting: TikTok's latest trend comes with health warning
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.
Angus Cloud's mother denies 'Euphoria' star died by suicide: 'He did not intend to check out of this world'
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
How mental health disintegrates during extreme heat
The Real Minneapolis delivered water and frozen treats during extreme heat to help the unhoused population with their physical health, but doctors say high temperatures can also damage mental health.
The Real Minneapolis delivered water and frozen treats during extreme heat to help the unhoused population with their physical health, but doctors say high temperatures can also damage mental health.
Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to increase mental health coverage
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
Can’t find a mental health provider for your family? You’re not alone
A new report shows 57 percent of patients who sought mental health or substance use care didn't receive it in at least one case between January 2019 and April 2022.
A new report shows 57 percent of patients who sought mental health or substance use care didn't receive it in at least one case between January 2019 and April 2022.
Can?t find a mental health provider for your family? You?re not alone
A new report from the Bowman Family Foundation, a non-profit that works to improve the lives of people with mental health and substance use conditions, shows 57 percent of patients who sought mental health or substance use care didn't receive it in at least one case between January 2019 and April 2022. That's compared to 32 percent of patients who sought physical health care.
A new report from the Bowman Family Foundation, a non-profit that works to improve the lives of people with mental health and substance use conditions, shows 57 percent of patients who sought mental health or substance use care didn't receive it in at least one case between January 2019 and April 2022. That's compared to 32 percent of patients who sought physical health care.
Hazelden Betty Ford expanding teen services
An expansion by Hazelden Betty Ford hopes to help teens battling addiction and mental health troubles.
An expansion by Hazelden Betty Ford hopes to help teens battling addiction and mental health troubles.
Twin Cities call center continues to expand a year after 988 lifeline launched
A year after the country transitioned to 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the demand for mental health services continues to grow in Minnesota.
A year after the country transitioned to 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the demand for mental health services continues to grow in Minnesota.
Twin Cities 988 call center continues to expand
A year after the country transitioned to 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the demand for mental health services continues to grow in Minnesota.
A year after the country transitioned to 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the demand for mental health services continues to grow in Minnesota.
Medica violated mental health parity laws, MN Department of Commerce order alleges
The order alleges Medica violated mental health parity laws, which are meant to ensure coverage for mental health care is comparable to coverage for medical or surgical care.
The order alleges Medica violated mental health parity laws, which are meant to ensure coverage for mental health care is comparable to coverage for medical or surgical care.
Suicides and homicides among young people spiked early in pandemic, study says
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Trans inmate will move to women's facility after suing Minnesota DOC
Minnesota now joins ten other states and the District of Columbia in approving transfers to facilities matching an incarcerated person’s chosen gender identity.
Minnesota now joins ten other states and the District of Columbia in approving transfers to facilities matching an incarcerated person’s chosen gender identity.
Minnesota's suicide rate rose again in 2022
MDH says over the past 20 years, the number of suicides has steadily increased, mirroring a national trend.
MDH says over the past 20 years, the number of suicides has steadily increased, mirroring a national trend.
‘Are you okay?’ Pandemic, politics, and unrest have taken toll
Three long years later, the pandemic nearly over, another election quickly approaching, we wanted to ask a simple question: Are you okay? The answer for many is fraught and complicated.
Three long years later, the pandemic nearly over, another election quickly approaching, we wanted to ask a simple question: Are you okay? The answer for many is fraught and complicated.