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Prioritizing Mental Health: Combating Suicide and Drug Overdose Epidemics.

This resolution advocates for treating mental health with the same importance as physical health to address the rising epidemics of suicide and drug overdose. Citizens can expect improved access to mental health services, stronger enforcement of insurance parity laws, and increased support for educational and preventive programs. The goal is to reduce stigma and enhance overall societal mental well-being.
Key points
Strengthening health insurance regulations to ensure equal coverage for mental and physical health treatments.
Initiatives aimed at reducing the stigma associated with mental health conditions in society.
Increasing funding and resources to combat suicide and drug overdose, including workforce expansion and access to medication-assisted treatment.
Promoting mental health education from an early age and improving school-based mental health resources.
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Additional Information
Prioritizing mental health to the same degree as physical health to address the epidemics of suicide and drug overdose in the United States.
Print number: HRES 671
Sponsor: Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]
Process start date: 2025-09-02