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Wisconsin Too Restrictive on Civil Commitments for Mental Health?

Wisconsin Too Restrictive on Civil Commitments for Mental Health?

A higher legal bar than most states. Some experts say law too restrictive.

Evers Vetoes Bill to Allow Out-of-State Mental Health Care Providers

Evers Vetoes Bill to Allow Out-of-State Mental Health Care Providers

Bipartisan tele-health care proposal opposed by mental health advocacy groups.

Advocates Concerned About Growing Shortage of Psychiatrists

Advocates Concerned About Growing Shortage of Psychiatrists

Suicide rate spiking in Wisconsin. Psychiatrist shortage in at least 55 of 72 counties.

State Sees Growing Mental Health Crisis For Children

State Sees Growing Mental Health Crisis For Children

Experts say isolation, lack of coping mechanisms leading to more emergency room visits.