Midwest City Police Work to Tackle Mental Illness, Substance Abuse

Midwest City police work to tackle mental illness, substance abuse

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“I think I see more compassionate police officers now, police officers who are more understanding, police officers that know what mental health issues and substance abuse does to people's lives … We all know somebody in our family who has suffered … Read more on NewsOK.com

HHS Announces Affordable Care Act Mental Health Services Funding

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“These new funds will further the Department's work to develop integrated primary and behavioral health care services to better meet the needs of people with mental health and substance use conditions,” said Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services … Read more on eNews Park Forest

At The White House, Learning How Not To Talk About Addiction

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And “it should be a public health issue, not just a criminal justice issue. That's what a 21st-century approach to drug policy looks like.” Dr. Kelly, an associate professor of psychiatry, spoke to the summit-goers about the stigma around addiction … Read more on WBUR