The Fragile State of Mental Health in America: Access, Costs, and the Ripple Effects of Policy Change
Mental health in America is at a breaking point. Despite growing awareness and advances in prevention and treatment, access to care remains elusive for millions. Rising insurance costs, provider shortages, and policy rollbacks threaten to make an already dire situation even worse. The result is a nation where mental health struggles ripple outward — affecting not just those who are unwell, but entire communities and the economy at large.