On November 8, Marylanders voted overwhelmingly to legalize the recreational use of marijuana for adults over the age of 21. The new law will not…
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A new law goes into effect on January 1, 2023 that allows those with state-regulated private health insurance to see an out-of -network provider for…
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The use of atypical antipsychotic medications in children and adolescents has increased dramatically over thelast decade. Often, these medications are being prescribed for “off label”…
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September is Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the accomplishments of those in recovery from substance use disorder, as well as the family and friends…
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By Ann Geddes, Director of Public Policy Maryland Coalition of Families In October 2021, MCF emailed a survey to families in our database, asking about…
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This legislative session, which concluded on April 11, Maryland Coalition of Families supported a number of bills that sought to increase access to behavioral health…
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March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, an annual grassroots public awareness and outreach campaign established by the National Council on Problem Gambling to educate the…
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Maryland Coalition of Families has some exciting news! This October, our Executive Director, Jane Plapinger, and our Director of Innovation and Strategy, Heidi Rochon, received…
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Understanding your teen’s sleep habits, mood and activity is important when making decisions about your child’s mental health treatment. Both parents and youth may have…
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September is Recovery Month, a perfect time to reflect on what recovery means for me and my family.
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In 2020, 2,773 Marylanders lost their lives due to due unintentional intoxication overdoses involving drugs and alcohol. This is the largest annual total on record.…
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