Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

UnitedHealthcare faces state penalty for uneven mental health care coverage
UnitedHealthcare is facing penalties for allegedly violating mental health parity laws. After an investigation, the Minnesota Department of Commerce says the company covers mental health claims more stringently than it covers claims for other types of care.
The Burden of Being
This special program explores the unique mental health burdens of Black women and girls in the United States.
As the FDA evaluates ecstasy treatment for PTSD, questions mount about the evidence
Clinical trials of MDMA have been promising, but concerns have emerged about the quality of the research. A June hearing scheduled by the Food and Drug Administration is likely to address them.
Psychosis care model gives new hope to young patients
Psychosis comes with a slew of treatment challenges. In the last decade, a new program model has seen success with treating patients as soon as they start showing symptoms. One Minnesota patient says this care is the reason he’s back on his feet and planning his future.
May Mental Health Month 2024
This mental health month, join Call to Mind with five new specials. Each broadcast hour focuses on a timely mental health topic and explores emerging research, shares stories of people living with mental illness, and features interviews with top experts.
Call to Mind
Call to Mind is American Public Media’s initiative to foster new conversations about mental health.
Living with autism as an adult: Part two
The number of adults who identify as being on the autism spectrum is growing along with awareness. MPR News host Angela Davis hosts part two of a conversation about living as an adult with autism, tied to April’s designation as Autism Awareness Month.