AXIOS May 13, 2022
New programs in cities like New York, Chicago and London aim to combat the rising loneliness, anxiety and unhappiness that COVID-19 has caused.
Why it matters: Pandemic-related emotional problems have been linked to everything from higher crime to a rising teen suicide rate. While it’s not clear how much a municipal mental health program can move the needle, a growing number of mayors — flush with pandemic relief funds — are willing to try.
Driving the news: Alarmed by what they see from their front-row seats, “mayors are making investments and working with local nonprofits, businesses and community groups to create new initiatives that will help residents access mental health services and reduce the stigma,” Tom Cochran, CEO and...
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