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When Professionals Fail with CPTSD
It can feel frustrating and invalidating when professionals fail to recognize Complex PTSD (CPTSD) as a real condition. The truth is, it’s not part of their training to understand it, and that’s a systemic issue. The medical and psychiatric industries … Continue reading
The Psychiatric Workforce Crisis: Meeting a Real Need or Fueling the Industry?
According to the Columbia University Department of Psychiatry, a growing need for psychiatrists is becoming critical, especially in rural areas where access to mental health care is limited. The U.S. is projected to face a shortage of up to 21,000 … Continue reading
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Burnout on the Picket Line: A Call for Revolutionary Change in Mental Health Care
Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers have entered their second week of striking. The strike involves psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, and therapists who provide mental health services to Kaiser’s 4.8 million members. The union seeks better staffing levels, pay parity with … Continue reading