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Bringing about a balance.

D S Hargrove1

  • 1Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services, Richmond 23214.

Community Mental Health Journal
|June 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

The US mental health system shows cyclical trends, with a concerning decrease in federal involvement. Restoring federal support is crucial for achieving a balanced national mental health care system.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Policy

Background:

  • The commentary highlights the cyclical nature of recent US mental health history.
  • A significant current trend is the diminishing federal role in the public mental health system.

Discussion:

  • The reduction in federal involvement poses a challenge to the existing mental health care infrastructure.
  • The historical importance of the federal role in mental health services is acknowledged.

Key Insights:

  • Federal support has been critical for the US mental health landscape.
  • A balanced mental health care system necessitates robust federal participation.

Outlook:

  • There is hope for the restoration of the federal role in mental health.
  • Achieving equitable mental health care for all citizens depends on a strong federal commitment.