Here are five reforms the Biden administration can enact to turn around troubling trends.
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Maine’s supreme court clarifies rules for holding psychiatric patients in emergency rooms
The court rules that a judge must be alerted within 24 hours if a psychiatric patient is to be held for an extended period during involuntary hospitalization.
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Posted inTimes Record
After rise of mental health-related calls, Bath PD start crisis training
“I’d like the police to see people as an individual and see if someone is in distress or they might need mental health services,” said Stacy Clayton, who has served two jail sentences for drug-related charges.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: In this storm, be the lighthouse that helps others reach home
Let’s stop ourselves the next time we hear ourselves complaining. Let’s see the blessings that are right in front of us.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
Joanne McCallie’s new book takes a personal look at bipolar disorder
Diagnosed 25 years ago while a young coach at the University of Maine, Joanne McCallie went on to become one of the nation’s top women’s basketball coaches.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Reimagining New Year’s resolutions for 2021
Don’t berate yourself; act like your aspirations are already happening; put the ‘shoulds’ away, and be happy with small steps.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Senior year plus COVID equals even more stress. But we can help each other
Connect with other people, take some time away from screens and spend a few minutes moving every day, says a Lewiston student.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Students, teachers have earned their snow days
After a tough year, Maine schools should take a break for storms, even if remote learning makes that unnecessary.
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Maine Voices: Employers, prepare for pandemic’s next wave – mental health struggles
Counseling can be the difference between struggling and succeeding at work, and expanding access can be a win-win for businesses and workers.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: How Mainers can ‘make the call’ to save veterans from suicide
Warrior Call asks Maine veterans to reach out and connect with current and former battle buddies and let them know you care.