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A significant treatment gap exists for individuals living with mental health and substance use conditions. As of 2023, 55% of adults who experience some form of mental illness receive no treatment and 60% of youth with major depression go without help. Currently, and for the foreseeable future, the United States is experiencing a shortage of behavioral health providers to deliver needed services. One of the most effective ways to close the prevention and treatment gap in the mental health and substance use fields is through behavioral health integration (BHI). To learn more,  visit: https://lnkd.in/eKsnjDTD

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is a time to raise awareness of and reduce the #stigma surrounding behavioral health issues, as well as highlighting the ways how mental illness and #addiction can affect all of us – patients, providers, families, and our society at large. Oklahoma has some of the highest rates for Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders. Based on 2020 data, Oklahoma ranks 5th (25.6%) in the nation for rates of Any Mental Illness1. Also, Oklahoma’s rate for Any Substance Abuse Disorders is 16.1%. This means that between 700,000 and 950,0002 adult Oklahomans need services; most are not receiving the care they need to fully recover from their illnesses. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #endthestigma #breakthestigma

After so many years...the struggle continues to implement some very simple concepts

Suicide prevention is a serious topic that requires all of us to do our part. Our platform provides hospital care teams with behavioral health solutions, including the ability to virtually monitor patients who are at risk for suicidal ideation or self-harming behaviors. There is hope. This #SuicidePreventionMonth, please help share this message: If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, call or text 988 or chat with 988lifeline.org #988Lifeline #SPM24

📢 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth reminder: 2 in 5 people who are incarcerated have a history of mental illness. Fortunately, legislators can use NAMI's guide to prevent people with mental health and substance use conditions from becoming justice-involved. The National Criminal Justice Association provides a summary and link to the full report: https://zurl.co/bLjr

#MentalIllnessnessAwarenessWeek is an important observance dedicated to raising awareness, combating discrimination, and providing support to people impacted by mental illness. Each serious #MentalIllness impacts individuals and their families in unique ways. If you’re looking to educate yourself and contribute to reducing stigma, this American Psychiatric Association resource offers valuable insights into different forms of mental health stigma and practical ways to address them. https://lnkd.in/dsUmfcs

Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness month? Now you do! Why should you care? The data is staggering - here are a few data points: 🔦 1 in 5 U.S. adults and 1 in 6 U.S. youth experience mental illness each year, but only half receive treatment 🔦 122 million people live in a designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Area 🔦 7 in 10 Americans agree people with mental health conditions face discrimination in every day life Mental health care IS healthcare, and this is a serious public health issue. Let's end the stigma, together. #TakeAMentalHealthMoment #MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters

For community members reaching out for help during a behavioral health crisis, it might be easy to feel alone with their symptoms or their circumstances. Peers, trained behavioral health experts who also have firsthand experience with mental health or substance use recovery, are critical to helping community members feel supported and understood. We're so grateful to see that pathways to becoming a peer are becoming more inclusive! Check out this article from the Lund Report about how people with living experience can get certified as recovery mentors (image credit to the Lund Report): https://lnkd.in/gquvuFBh #wellbeingforall

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Let's break the silence and support those affected. Did you know: - 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year - Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the US - 75% of people who die by suicide give warning signs You can help: - Check in with colleagues, friends, and family - Listen without judgment - Encourage open conversations - Share resources: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK) Let's prioritize mental health and create a supportive community. #SuicidePreventionMonth #MentalHealthMatters #BeThe1To #BreakTheSilence photo credits to Psychiatric Medical Care