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Mental illness is one of the world’s most pressing public health issues, responsible for increases in death and disease across the population.

04.24.2023 three people rehearse for their upcoming production

Staging Mental Health

Since 2016, DE-CRUIT has used Shakespeare to help military veterans work through their war trauma and adjustment back to civilian life.

Fellow Bethany Hallenborg

04.18.2023 a hand holding a key and a gun

Voluntary, Temporary, Out-of-Home Firearm Storage: An Opportunity for Suicide Prevention

Voluntary storage programs at gun ranges, retailers, or law enforcement agencies may be a promising solution for preventing firearm-related suicides.

Guest Author Emmy Betz

03.22.2023 a person holding a phone

Public Health's Role in Supporting the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Through evaluation and accountability, policy development, and public trust building, public health professionals can play a key role in supporting the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Guest Authors Kristen Quinlan, Bruce Crow, Kimberly Townsend

03.10.2023 a hand holding a block with emojis on it

Limits of Early Intervention for Childhood Mental Health

Youth who received mental health treatment in childhood had similar mental health problems in adulthood as those who received no services.

Guest Author William Copeland