Behavioral Health News

The demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners is expected to grow 18 percent by 2030, per data from the National Center for Health Workforce Analysis.  

Although 5 percent more adults received mental health treatment in the U.S. in 2021 compared to 2019, the overall suicide rate grew 4 percent from 2020 to 2021, according to new data from the CDC. 

Although the average yearly income of psychiatrists in the U.S. is $287,000, salaries vary depending on location and years of experience, according to data from Medscape. 

Digital health startups are making waves in the healthcare sector, with three such companies collectively raising more than $112 million in the last two weeks and $195 million overall. 

WellSpan Health, a behavioral health system based in York, Pa., is planning a $30 million effort to expand its medical campuses in the state.

Here are the most-read behavioral health updates reported by Becker's in September:

These are the top-paying cities for self-employed psychiatrists with over 36 years of experience in the U.S., according to data from Medscape. 

Healthcare service company Magellan Health created a confidential crisis line for individuals affected by Hurricane Ian.

Lakewood, N.J.-based Preferred Behavioral Health Group named Dr. Tara Chalakani, RN, its new CEO.

Grand Rapids-based BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan opened a behavioral health treatment center for adolescents and young adults in that city.