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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has approved funding for a landmark study investigating the effectiveness of Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)-assisted therapy for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and …
VA Launches Groundbreaking MDMA-Assisted Therapy Study for Veterans with PTSD and AUD Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has released a set of resources designed to …
SAMHSA Releases Resources to Address Mental Health Impact of Gun Violence Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently unveiled the latest edition of the Positive Approaches Journal, a pivotal resource aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals …
Pennsylvania’s Positive Approaches Journal Highlights Trauma-Informed Practices for Autism Support Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has published the latest issue of the Positive Approaches Journal. This edition provides recent research aimed at assisting people with …
Pennsylvania DHS Releases New Research on Trauma-Informed Care for Disabilities Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Governor John Carney, accompanied by First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney, made an important announcement this Thursday: the 2024 recipients of the esteemed Compassionate Champion Awards. This recognition …
2024 Compassionate Champions Honored: A Step Forward in Transforming Delaware into a Trauma-Informed State Read More
LANSDALE, PA – Prepare to embark on a profound journey of healing and understanding at the “The Body Keeps the Score: Dancing with Trauma and Recovery” event. Presented by DanceLink and …
A Journey Through Movement: ‘The Body Keeps the Score’ Explores Trauma and Healing Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — In a heartfelt move to honor those at the forefront of trauma-informed care, Delaware’s Governor John Carney has opened nominations for the 2024 Compassionate Champion Awards. This …
Delaware’s Compassionate Champion Awards: A Beacon of Hope in Trauma-Informed Care Read More
The DepartsubsAffairs (VA) is taking a bold step into uncharted territory, seeking proposals from its network of researchers to study the use of psychedelic compounds in treating posttraumatic stress disorder …
VA Opens Door to Psychedelic Research for PTSD and Depression: A Revolutionary Approach Could Reshape Veterans’ Mental Health Care Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — An innovative collaboration between the Shapiro administration and the University of Pittsburgh aims to uplift mental health services in Pennsylvania. The Department of Human Services (DHS) and the …
Shapiro Administration and University of Pittsburgh Launch Free Trauma-Informed Therapy Certification for Medicaid Providers Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Jeremy Damia, the new County Court Coordinator for Veterans Treatment Court in Delaware County, has embarked on a mission to better understand the wealth of resources available …
Coatesville VA Medical Center Provides Crucial Support to Veterans Treatment Court Read More