Mental Health

The Alarming Rise in Alcohol-Related Deaths: A Focus on Women and the Continued Need for Action

In a revealing new study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a troubling trend has emerged—rates of alcohol-related deaths in the United States have nearly...

LifeStance Health Under Fire: Former Employees Claim Payment Arrangements Violate Labor Laws

LifeStance Health Group, a prominent player in the outpatient mental health space, is facing legal challenges from former...

The Role of Outcomes Data in Shaping the Future of SUD Treatment

Outcomes data has been positioned as both the key to value-based care and the most effective leverage for...

The Hidden Battle: Understanding Online Gaming Disorder in a Digital Age

The Rise of Gaming Addiction and Its Impact on Mental Health Online gaming has become a global phenomenon, offering...

Healthcare Leaders Take on New Roles in Behavioral Health and Addiction Treatment Leadership

In recent weeks, several key organizations within the behavioral health and addiction treatment sectors have made important leadership...
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Ghost Networks and the Behavioral Health Crisis: How Inaccurate Directories Are Failing Patients

Accessing behavioral health care in the U.S. is already full of hurdles—stigma, cost, provider shortages—but one lesser-known obstacle is quietly worsening the crisis: inaccurate...

Optum Layoffs 2025: A Restructuring Amid Behavioral Health Focus and Challenges

Optum, the services arm of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has recently undergone a significant restructuring effort that led to the layoffs of at least...

Happify Health Launches Ensemble: A Revolutionary Digital Therapeutic to Treat Depression and Anxiety

Mental health issues, particularly depression and anxiety, have become a growing concern worldwide, affecting millions of individuals daily. These conditions often coexist, creating a...

How Medical Debt Is Worsening the Mental Health Care Gap in America

Nearly one in every twelve Americans is burdened with medical debt, collectively amounting to a staggering $220 billion nationwide. While medical debt is a...

Embracing AI in Behavioral Health: A Comprehensive Roadmap for Successful AI Implementation in Behavioral Health

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a buzzword or a futuristic concept – it’s everywhere. From enhancing customer service to powering self-driving cars, AI...

The Rising Cost of Behavioral Health Utilization and Its Impact on Commercial Health Plans

In the evolving landscape of health care spending, one factor has consistently emerged as a significant driver of rising costs: the increased utilization of...
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