Substance Use

Oregon’s Drug Decriminalization Creates Unfunded Mandate for Treatment Providers

Oregon's November approval of Measure 110 decriminalizing drug possession represents a landmark shift in criminal justice and addiction policy, redirecting individuals caught with small amounts of controlled substances from...

Amid Growth, Pinnacle CEO Pushes for Methadone MAT Flexibilities

The past several months have been devastating for many behavioral health providers. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused widespread...

How the Pandemic Accelerated Telehealth Adoption

The coronavirus pandemic has reshaped the behavioral health landscape, creating both challenges and opportunities for mental health care...

Virtual Pediatric Behavioral Health Provider Brightline Raises $20 Million

Brightline, a Palo Alto-based startup specializing in virtual pediatric behavioral health care, recently announced a $20 million Series...

Discovery Behavioral Health Expands With Two New Adolescent Mental Health Centers

Discovery Behavioral Health, a portfolio company of Webster Equity Partners, has made another significant move in expanding its...
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The Stark Reality of Access to Behavioral Health Care in America: Why So Many Are Left Without Treatment

A recent analysis of 2021 data conducted by Milliman, a renowned actuary and technology consulting company, has revealed a troubling truth: only one-third of...

Behavioral Health Leadership Changes: Key Transitions Shaping the Future of Mental Health and Addiction Treatment

The landscape of behavioral health is evolving, and with that, we are seeing significant behavioral health leadership changes across various organizations. These transitions are...

PursueCare Secures $20 Million Series B Funding, Acquires Pear Therapeutics’ Groundbreaking Digital Tools to Expand Virtual Substance Use Disorder Treatment

PursueCare, a leader in virtual substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, is making major strides in reshaping how addiction care is delivered. The Middletown, Connecticut-based...

The Fight for Behavioral Health Parity: Legal Momentum Heading into 2024

The fight for behavioral health parity has gained significant momentum heading into 2024, following three critical appellate decisions in the ongoing Mental Health Parity...

Hanley Foundation Expands Reach with Acquisition of Origins Behavioral Healthcare

In a groundbreaking move, Hanley Foundation, a well-known nonprofit provider, has announced the acquisition of Origins Behavioral Healthcare. This acquisition will significantly expand Hanley...

Expanding Access to Mental Health and SUD Treatment in Rural Communities: The Home-Based Telemental Health Care Act

Access to healthcare in rural communities has long been a challenge. For many individuals in these areas, obtaining specialized care for mental health issues...
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