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Report: Deaths by suicide increased in MD amid national decline
A new report says states are finally seeing reductions in fatal drug overdoses, alcohol-induced deaths and suicides, but Maryland saw a 4% increase in suicides.
Strong Maryland communities start with strong families
As Maryland’s 2026 session begins, Catholic Charities urges lawmakers to strengthen behavioral health care, child care, workforce training, and safety nets.
Combating federal cuts is top priority for health care advocates
Health care advocates warn Medicaid and Medicare cuts could cost Maryland $2.7B, leave 175,000 uninsured, and strain doctors and hospitals.
Therapy services company opens clinic in Columbia
STEPS Behavioral Health, which specializes in applied behavioral analysis services, announced the opening of its newest clinic in Columbia.
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region rebrands as Fello
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region has rebranded as Fello, expanding its mission to support people with disabilities across Maryland.
Sheppard Pratt to run AAMC’s behavioral health services
Sheppard Pratt Health System will oversee Anne Arundel Medical Center’s behavioral health operations as part of a new partnership with the Annapolis-based hospital system, which will open a mental health […]
Md. behavioral health firm adds addiction treatment services
An Eastern Shore behavioral health services firm has added drug and alcohol addiction treatment to the services it offers. Salisbury-based Eastern Shore Psychological Services can now treat up to 150 clients […]
Session mixed bag for mental health; wins for Md. hospitals
As the General Assembly entered its final hours Monday, a bill supporters said would provide critical funding to organizations that offer addiction services and mental-health treatment inched its way toward […]
Md. Senate passes behavioral-health funding bill
A bill guaranteeing that public funding for community behavioral-health programs will keep up with the rate of inflation passed the Maryland Senate on Monday by a 35-9 vote. The proposal, […]
Md. Senate advances behavioral health funding bill
Maryland’s public behavioral health system needs help maintaining a workforce that keep up with the growing demand for services, advocates say. Community-based organizations that provide treatment for addiction and mental […]
