Where Is Mental Health Funding Going?

The video discusses efforts by the Biden administration and Congress to improve access to behavioral health services, including the 988 crisis hotline and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CBHCs). These clinics offer comprehensive services regardless of payment ability. Despite progress, a shortage of therapists persists, exacerbated by the pandemic. Telehealth has helped, but rural areas still face challenges. Recent legislation aims to expand high-speed internet access and reauthorize mental health program funding.

What is the significance of the 988 suicide and crisis hotline according to Dr. Miriam Delphin Rittman?

How does the bipartisan infrastructure bill aim to address internet access issues for rural Americans?