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San Antonio's mental health challenges are bigger than needing more inpatient psychiatric capacity alone, experts said last week. Business leaders, healthcare executives and mental health experts met for a panel discussion on the loss of psychiatric beds in San Antonio following Laurel Ridge Treatment Center losing federal funding.
Wisconsin's criminal justice system is straining from a significant rise in the number of criminal defendants deemed unfit for trial due to mental illness. Recent reporting by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel investigative data reporter Eva Wen found that the number of Wisconsin defendants deemed unfit for trial has nearly tripled since 2013.
Becoming a doctor requires long hours, over many years, often with a lot of stress. A mental health program at CU Anschutz aims to give young doctors the tools to manage the pressure that comes with the job. "Trainees experience higher rates of anxiety and depression, burnout, than the general population," said Dr. Katie Suddarth.
When Marvin Pérez and his family moved from their home country of Guatemala to Oakland, California, he thought it would lead to a better life for them all. But two years ago, when he was 23, Pérez was walking home from a store just four blocks from his family’s house. Someone drove past him and shot at Pérez multiple times, hitting him in his left leg.
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology and its applications are reshaping many domains of modern life, including how individuals seek support for mental health needs and how they receive that care. Healthcare professionals are rapidly adopting AI-based applications designed to support workflow and care delivery, streamline processes, and help expand access to services.
In 2024, Kaiser Permanente announced the rollout of Abridge. Described in a press release as "ambient listening technology," the AI-powered scribe is designed to help clinicians including mental health providers securely capture clinical notes during patient visits. But what the description fails to indicate is that the tool records entire medical appointments, including deeply personal mental health sessions.
More than a third of psychologists report they have patients turning to artificial intelligence to act as an additional mental health professional. According to APA's 2026 Chatbots and Mental Health Survey, psychologists are reporting that patients are starting to look beyond traditional psychotherapy to manage their mental health. Patients are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots to supplement their relationships with licensed mental health professionals.
A study led by the Medical University of South Carolina shows just how serious the shortage of psychiatrists for adults may become. It found that from 2024 to 2037, the supply may decrease by about 12% while the demand may rise a stunning 43%.
When emergency clinicians initiate involuntary psychiatric admissions, the consequences may extend beyond the immediate crisis. A Spanish study explored how these interventions affect both patients and healthcare professionals. Out-of-hospital emergency medical professionals frequently encounter situations in which involuntary admission to a healthcare facility is necessary.
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