Mental Health Monday
“Your Way Registry” gives Stockton police officers new methods to respond to certain calls
The program is essentially a registry system for people who struggle with mental or neurological disorders.
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Veterans could soon have mental health services they didn't have before. The Pentagon pushed forward the Brandon Act, named after a 21-year-old sailor who took his own life in 2018.
After a year delay, the Pentagon pushed forward a law that requires them to provide mental health services for troops. The Brandon Act is named after Brandon Caserta, a 21-year-old sailor, who took his own life in June 2018.
Compared to the 10 years prior to the pandemic, mental health among high school-aged students is reportedly getting worse, particularly among girls. CBS13's Dina Kupfer spoke with a psychiatrist about what parents should be looking for.
CDC say work conditions that lack control for workers have a significant effect on mental health.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255
Your call will be answered confidentially by a trained crisis worker and help identify options and information about mental health services in your area
Disaster Distress Helpline: (800) 985-5990
Provides crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters
Trevor Project Lifeline: (800) 788-7386
Support to LGBTQ youths and allies in crisis or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk