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First responders experience some of the most horrific events in modern life and often carry huge loads of stress home from their jobs. A new program developed by Wayne State University provides resources and cutting-edge services to Michigan first responders to alleviate post-traumatic stress disorder and other work-related mental health challenges. The result is Frontline Strong Together, a website and 24/7 call line created by first responders and mental-health experts. ...

Mental health experts say this winter may be especially difficult for people who have lost homes or loved ones in the eastern Kentucky floods, and those who are rebuilding after last year's deadly tornadoes in the western part of the state. Marcie Timmerman, executive director of Mental Health America of Kentucky, said the increased stress on families during the holidays and winter blues could set the stage for seasonal depression. "We've been through pandemics, tornadoes and flooding, right? We've lost homes, we've lost things. " ...

The need for investments in Oregon's mental health care system is urgent, some nurses in the state say. According to a study from the nonprofit Mental Health America, the state ranks among the worst - at 49th - for the combined factors of highest rates of mental illness and lowest rates of access to care. Emmy Grasser is a member of the Oregon Nurses Association and a registered nurse on the senior psychiatric unit at Providence Milwaukie Hospital. ...