As the baby boomer generation ages, the “silver tsunami” is contributing to a significant demographic shift. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of Americans over age 65 increased by 13 million between 2010 and 2020, marking the fastest growth rate since the late 19th century. This trend is expected to accelerate, bringing with it various public health challenges, including a rising prevalence of late-life depression. The numerous factors contributing to late-life depression
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UnitedHealthcare Offers Calm Health to Members for Enhanced Mental Well-being
What You Should Know:
- As more people search for solutions to help manage their mental health, the interest and usage of smartphone apps and digital tools continues to grow. But when it comes to starting a journey with a digital health app, it may be overwhelming when there are many to choose from.
- That’s why UnitedHealthcare is bringing Calm Health to more than 13 million commercial members as part of its offerings. Calm Health is more than a wellness app — it’s an evidence-based
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MassMutual Launches First Insurer AI-Powered Mental Health App
What You Should Know:
- MassMutual is taking a significant step in supporting the mental well-being of its policyholders by becoming the first U.S. insurer to offer free access to Wysa Assure, an AI-powered conversational mental health app.
- This new offering complements MassMutual's existing Health and Wellness Program, which provides resources and support for policyholders to improve their overall health and longevity.
Addressing the Growing Need for Mental Health
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Legion Health Raises $6.3M to Fuel AI-Powered Digital Psychiatry Practice
What You Should Know:
- Legion Health, a Y Combinator-backed digital mental health startup, has secured $6.3M in seed funding to support its evolution from a marketplace platform to a full-fledged digital psychiatry practice.
- The Austin-based company is leveraging AI to enhance efficiency, improve patient care, and address the challenges faced by both providers and patients in mental healthcare.
From Marketplace to Digital Practice
Legion Health initially focused on
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CalmiGo Launches Platform to Help Users Manage Anxiety and Track Progress
What You Should Know:
- CalmiGo, a pioneer in providing immediate relief and long-term care for anxiety, PTSD, and panic attacks, has unveiled its enhanced platform, CalmiGo Plus.
- The innovative solution combines the award-winning CalmiGo device with a new app that leverages gaming technology and data insights to help users effectively manage their anxiety.
A Comprehensive Approach to Anxiety Relief
CalmiGo Plus offers a multi-faceted approach to anxiety
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Talkiatry & Biogen Parnter to Tackle Postpartum Depression with Accessible Virtual Care
What You Should Know:
- Talkiatry, a provider of in-network psychiatric care, is taking on the challenge of postpartum depression (PPD) with a new initiative aimed at improving access to mental health support for new mothers.
- Recognizing the urgent need for timely and effective care for PPD, Talkiatry has partnered with Biogen Inc. to launch a dedicated program that combines educational resources with accessible virtual psychiatry services.
The Postpartum Challenge
PPD
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Kipu Health, AWS Partner to Bring AI-Powered Solutions to Behavioral Health
What You Should Know:
- Kipu Health, a leading provider of technology solutions for behavioral health, is joining forces with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to develop and deploy a suite of innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tools designed to streamline clinical workflows and enhance patient care.
- Kipu's AI innovations will be showcased at the 2024 Global Exchange Conference, featuring a panel discussion on "Ethical AI in Mental Health Care." The panel will delve into the
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Talkspace Partners with Amazon to Expand Access to Mental Healthcare
What You Should Know:
- Talkspace, an online behavioral health care provider, today announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Health Services to raise awareness and increase the accessibility of its mental health care services on Amazon.com.
- The collaboration marks Talkspace as the first virtual behavioral health provider to join Amazon's program, enabling individuals to discover and enroll in their health insurance benefits for mental health services at no additional
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How AI Bridges The Gap Between Mental Health Appointments
The causes and effects of America’s mental health crisis are well-documented. Easing access to necessary clinical help has not grown in tandem.
A study by the National Council for Mental Well-Being reveals that mental health services in the U.S. are insufficient despite more than half of Americans (56 percent) seeking help, with limited options and long waits becoming the norm. In some ways, meeting patients where they are is optimized, thanks to telehealth tools such as Zoom
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The Importance of Between-Visits Appointments and Mental Health
The causes and effects of America’s mental health crisis are well-documented. Easing access to necessary clinical help has not grown in tandem.
A study by the National Council for Mental Well-Being reveals that mental health services in the U.S. are insufficient despite more than half of Americans (56 percent) seeking help, with limited options and long waits becoming the norm. In some ways, meeting patients where they are is optimized, thanks to telehealth tools such as Zoom
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