In the other 49 states, long-term disability benefit claims for physical ailments are assessed differently than mental health issues.
Mental Health & Trauma
Rachael Shaw-Rosenbaum’s story highlights college mental health struggles. Advocates urge reforms like peer support and better leave policies to prevent suicides.
Since 2010, young people aged 15-24 have the highest rate of suicide attempts of any other age group in the Silver State.
As of 2023, nearly 86.9 percent of the state’s population lives in a federally designated mental health professional shortage area.
AI app Clairity aims to assess youth mental health but faces criticism for lack of proven effectiveness, racial bias, technical issues, and ethical concerns in its use.
College mental health is in crisis, with rising depression and suicide rates. Students stress self-care, empathy, and addressing stigma to navigate isolation and challenges.
As Acadiana emergency rooms struggle to handle patient surges, the department of health and private mental health providers have developed programs to allow other ways of accessing mental health services.
Holiday travel brings college students home, a chance to check on their mental health. Stress, isolation, and suicide risk peak during this period. Experts urge equity-focused campus support.
Nevada has nowhere to go but up on youth mental health services. A lack of sustainable funding has prevented a more unified network of care.
A peer-to-peer reporting model emerged from a simple realization: Students interviewing their peers can elicit more candid responses on sensitive subjects like teen vaping.