Published Mar 7, 2022
Dr. Thomas Insel On Why The U.S Mental Health System Has Failed And What Can Be Done
Former National Institute of Mental Health head Dr. Thomas Insel critiques the U.S. mental health system's shortcomings despite technological progress, highlighting the importance of psychosocial support and innovative crisis response, including the 988 mental health line, to bridge the gap between research and effective care.

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