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“She helped me and I helped her”: Stigma of therapy decreases, need for more counselors increases

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Times are changing in the world of mental health care. While social media has helped normalize the talk about feelings of sadness, anxiety and anger, it has also created an increased demand for therapy. That demand is celebrated, but it comes with drawbacks, like finding enough therapists to fill the need. Elijah, 15, barely knows … Read more

One year after the 988 suicide, the number of 911 calls increases in Travis County

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Karen Duran answered the crisis line at Integral Care, the mental health authority for Austin and Travis County, for four years. A year ago, the National Suicide & Prevention Hotline became more integrated nationwide to connect these regional centers by introducing the 988 crisis number. It’s very similar to the 911 number for police, fire, … Read more