Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

Cities and counties around the country want alternatives to jail and emergency rooms for people in a mental health crisis. Some, including Ramsey and Hennepin counties, are turning to Forensic Assertive Community Treatment, or FACT, teams which help people find the services they need.
Gun violence brings trauma to communities and cops
There’s growing concern in law enforcement that responding to traumatic calls without mental health support can take a toll on the well-being of officers. MPR’s Angela Davis led a conversation Monday about the effects of police work on officers and the communities they police.
How a proposed 3-digit suicide hotline could help prevention efforts
The current suicide hotline — 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-273-8255 — has helped many people. But it's long and tough to remember in a crisis. The FCC is proposing a new national, three-digit number.
 'Suicide by cop' is in the eye of the beholder
"Suicide by cop” is a common conclusion in fatal police shootings. But there’s a lack of criteria for that determination. So, the question of whether someone died because of a suicidal provocation of police or a cop overreacting is up for grabs.
Positive childhood experiences may buffer against health effects of adverse ones
Researchers asked adults to reflect back on their happy childhood memories. They found those who recalled more were less likely to have depression in adulthood and had more supportive relationships.
It’s more than just detox — Hennepin County has a new alternative to jail or ER for mental health crises
Hennepin County has expanded a long-standing detox facility to serve people undergoing a mental health crisis. The goal is to provide a better alternative than jail or the emergency room.