Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

New MSU Mankato, Wilder Research study examines barrier to obtaining mental health licensure among state graduates
The new study released on Thursday, conducted by Blue Cross and Blue Shield Center for Rural Behavioral Health at Minnesota State University, Mankato and Wilder Research, identified several barriers Minnesota graduates encounter during the licensing process. It’s one of the first studies to specifically examine the licensure process. 
Wellness Wednesday mental health highlights
Talking about mental health can be difficult but it can help us understand some of the challenges and possible treatments. MPR News host Angela Davis shares some of her memorable conversations about mental health.
New behavioral health clinic focusing on rural communities opens doors in Mankato
Staff, public officials and MSU Mankato students gathered to celebrate the opening of the new Rural Behavioral Health Clinic in Mankato this week. Designed to serve Minnesota’s south central region, it will provide counseling and case management services, while also offering training to students at the school.
For seniors with hoarding disorder, a support group helps with stigma and isolation
Concern is growing about the prevalence of hoarding disorder among seniors, and the lack of access to effective treatments. Some have found coping strategies — and community — in a support group.
Survey on isolation: Nearly half of Minnesotans report feeling left out at times
About 48 percent of Minnesotans feel left out some of the time or often, according to the “Minds of Minnesotans” survey conducted by APM Research Lab. Gen Z Minnesotans are the most lonely.
Preventing the perils of road rage
Have you noticed how badly some people are driving and the angry responses of other drivers? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to prevent aggressive driving — one of the leading causes of traffic deaths in Minnesota.
How can we avoid loneliness and social isolation as we age?
More than a third of people over the age of 50 feel lonely. And nearly as many feel isolated. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell and his guests talk about how to connect the disconnected.
Suicide prevention groups push for temporary fencing to become permanent on U of M bridge
Suicide prevention advocacy groups say recently erected temporary fencing will save lives, but are pushing for permanent measures to prevent possible deaths by suicide.