mental health

Why Mental Health Care Is Key to Breaking New Jersey’s Reincarceration Cycle

Incarcerated people face high rates of PTSD and trauma, yet most don't receive adequate treatment. Advocates say New Jersey must invest more in mental health to help people successfully reenter society.

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Assembly Committee Passes Key Bills To Protect Kids From Social Media Harms

NJ lawmakers move to shield children from social media risks, including screen addiction and privacy concerns.

Lawmakers Discuss Phone Surcharge To Support Mental Health Hotline

A Senate committee moves forward a bill that would institute a statewide, monthly fee on all residents' mobile and IP-enabled phone lines to support a suicide and crisis hotline.

Up To $180K Student Loan Relief Available For NJ Behavioral Health Workers

New Jersey is offering up to $180K in student loan relief for eligible behavioral health professionals who serve in underserved communities.

Unbreakable: Black Women And Mental Health

Depression deeply affects Black women, but stigma and limited care keep many silent. Breaking that silence is key to healing.

YWCA Launches New Jersey’s First Center For Racial Healing

YWCA Northern NJ opens first Center for Racial Healing to address racial trauma with training, referrals, and community support.

Blk Women Wellness Co. Fosters Community, Healing, And Access For Black Women

Shannon Qualls’ BLK Women Wellness Collective creates inclusive, accessible wellness events for Black women across New Jersey and New York.

Bullied Teen’s Suicide Leads N.J. Mom On Quest For Online Youth-Safety Reform

After her daughter’s suicide, a NJ mom leads efforts to hold Big Tech accountable for the mental health harms of social media on kids.

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Grand Jury Declines To Charge Officer Who Killed Victoria Lee

The decision comes almost one year after Fort Lee Police killed Lee while responding to her mental health emergency.

July Brings Awareness To Black Men’s Health In NJ

NJ honors Black Men’s Health Month with events and care efforts to address health gaps and support mental wellness.