Behavioral Health Business February 13, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been confirmed as the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.
The Senate confirmed Kennedy on Thursday in a 52 to 48 vote, mostly along party lines. In his new role, Kennedy will direct $1.7 trillion in federal funds, including those that pay for government health insurance programs. The leadership change could have massive implications for the behavioral health industry.
Kennedy’s opinions regarding behavioral health have often been at odds with science. He has suggested that vaccines cause autism and remains skeptical of pharmaceuticals for behavioral health conditions, like SSRIs. He has also advocated for “wellness farms” to treat behavioral health conditions.
The new HHS leader will oversee the Food and Drug Administration....
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