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Paul Summergrad, MD, on the state of psychiatry

February 7, 2021

Current Psychiatry

In this interview, MAMH Board member Paul Summergrad notes that psychiatric disorders are among the most frequent noncommunicable disorders and are increasing as a proportion of total illness burden.

A compelling case for behavioral health urgent care in Massachusetts

November 26, 2020

MassLive

Providing access to quality, culturally-responsive behavioral health urgent care before a crisis begins can reduce unnecessary Emergency Department visits and hospitalizations, while increasing the effectiveness of mental health services and lowering costs.

Inside Boston’s Looming Mental Health Crisis

September 22, 2020

Boston Magazine

This Boston Magazine article describes a looming "mental health reckoning" as a result of the COVID pandemic. Danna Mauch reminds readers that while many resources are available to address mental health issues, the system is fragmented and difficult to navigate.

Let’s celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by reforming it

August 4, 2020

Boston Globe

This recent Boston Globe op-ed by MAMH Board member Jim Brett lays out the work ahead on national disability policies on the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Attleboro area health experts say there's help to deal with anxiety, stress, isolation during coronavirus

April 25, 2020

Attleboro Sun Chronicle

Many people are experiencing stress and anxiety related to financial pressures, isolation, and fear of COVID-19. Experts offer suggestions for addressing these normal responses. Network of Care MA can help connect people to resources for additional support.

Coronavirus spreads to 3 state-run facilities for those with mental illness, developmental disabilities

April 16, 2020

Boston Globe

COVID-19 outbreaks at several state-run facilities pose significant challenges to leaders working to ensure that needed resources are in place, according to MAMH President Danna Mauch.