The convergence of technology and behavioral health has seen rapid acceleration in recent years. Between the growing appeal of digital therapeutic apps, the evolution of clinical note-taking tools, and the growing ability of AI tools to meet patients’ and providers’ needs, many of these trends are already in motion.
Here’s what to watch for on these frontiers and more in 2025:
Continued adoption of clinical note-taking tools. Technology is often met with distrust among practitioners. In
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Suicide is NOT a Symptom: Healthcare Is Missing the Mark on Suicide Prevention
Too many have lost a loved one to suicide. Every 11 minutes someone dies by suicide in the US, often without warning. Suicidality has historically been regarded as a symptom of major depression and mental illness in general. During my training, when someone was at risk of suicide, we were taught to treat the underlying mental illness and the patient will get better. However, in many cases that has proven to not be correct.
In fact, a large percentage of severely depressed
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Jimini Health Launches with $8M for AI Therapist Assistant, Sage
What You Should Know:
- Jimini Health, a digital health company reimagining mental healthcare, has announced its launch with $8 million in pre-seed funding from Zetta Venture Partners, LionBird, PsyMed, BoxGroup, Arkitekt Ventures, SCB, and others.
- The company offers a unique, clinician-led therapy model enhanced by responsible AI, aiming to improve patient outcomes and transform the mental health experience.
- Jimini Health was co-founded by Luis Voloch, Mark Jacobstein,
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TELUS Mental Health Index: Physical Activity Linked to Improved Mental Health and Productivity
What You Should Know:
- TELUS Health has released its latest Mental Health Index, shedding light on the mental health of employed individuals across the globe. The US report reveals a significant connection between physical activity, workplace wellness programs, and employee productivity.
- The TELUS Mental Health Index is based on an online survey of 5,000 employed individuals in the United States. The data provides valuable insights into workplace mental health, productivity, and
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Improving Mental Health Outcomes: Yung Sidekick’s AI-Driven Progress Tracking
What You Should Know:
- Yung Sidekick, a US-based startup developing an AI-powered platform for mental health professionals, announced the release of its new Progress Tracking feature.
- Designed as a measurement-based care (MBC) tool, this feature helps therapists monitor patient progress between formal assessments, tracking changes in depression, anxiety and life satisfaction on a session-by-session basis.
Revolutionizing Mental Health Care: Yung Sidekick's AI-Powered Automation and
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Fort Health Secures $5.5M to Expand Pediatric Mental Healthcare in Texas and Illinois
What You Should Know:
- Fort Health, a leader in integrated behavioral health, today announced that it has raised $5.5 million to expand mental health care into more pediatricians’ offices. The funding round was led by Twelve Below and Vanterra bringing the total amount raised to $16M.
- Since launching, Fort Health has
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Why Behavioral Health Needs Next-Generation EHRs
Effective behavioral health treatment requires a collaborative team of caregivers. These teams need seamless integration and visibility across multidisciplinary efforts involving cross-departmental collaboration with shared resources and goals. Next-generation EHRs are pivotal in providing the necessary visibility and coordination for critical behavioral healthcare.
Unlike general healthcare facilities, many behavioral health providers either lack EHR systems or are burdened with outdated
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Rula Joins Amazon’s Health Condition Programs to Improve Mental Healthcare Access
What You Should Know:
- Rula Health, a behavioral health company focused on improving access to mental healthcare, today announced a collaboration with Amazon Health Services to provide more ways for Amazon customers to find and receive essential mental healthcare.
- With a network of over 10,000 providers representing more than 80 clinical specialties and a diverse range of backgrounds, Rula Health is the latest behavioral health provider to join Amazon’s Health Condition
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GrayMatters Health Expands FDA-Cleared PTSD Treatment Expands to US Clinics
What You Should Know:
- GrayMatters Health (GMH), a pioneer in digital brain biomarker-based mental health treatments, is broadening patient access to its Prism for PTSD™ therapy.
- As the first FDA-cleared self-neuromodulation device for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Prism for PTSD™ offers a new approach to managing this debilitating condition.
Prism for PTSD™: A Personalized Approach to Healing
GMH's patented technology utilizes an amygdala-based biomarker to
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Navigating The Mental Health Challenges of an Aging Population
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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