URAC and The Kennedy Forum partner to advance mental health care access and accountability

(opens in new tab)As World Mental Health Day approaches on October 10, URAC and The Kennedy Forum announce their new partnership focused…

Department of Labor Issues New Mental Health Parity Guidance

The U.S. Department of Labor has issued new guidance outlining where it will focus enforcement of federal mental health parity requirements.

Rising Mental Health Leave Highlights Need for Stronger Workplace Support

The amount of mental health leave employees use increased 300% from 2019 to 2024, reflecting both growing need and greater willingness to…

New Federal Bill Would Strengthen Mental Health Parity Enforcement

Rep. Tom Kean, Jr. (R-NJ) has introduced the Mental Health Parity Enforcement and Funding Act, legislation designed to strengthen federal enforcement of…

National Employee Wellness Month Highlights the Importance of Healthier Workplaces

June is National Employee Wellness Month, an opportunity for organizations across the country to recognize how workplace mental health and culture contribute…

Mental Health Month: Better workplaces start with mental health

Mental Health Month: Better workplaces start with mental health

Mental Health Month: Advancing Access Through Parity

May is Mental Health Month and serves as a reminder that mental health is health. Access to mental health care should reflect…

A Practical Path to Mental Health Parity Compliance

Federal and state regulations for mental health parity are under increasing scrutiny. Government officials at all levels are taking a closer look…

Why Employers Are Holding the Line on Benefits and What It Means for Mental Health at Work

Even amid economic pressure, employers are largely choosing not to cut benefits, signaling that workforce stability, engagement and well-being remain strategic priorities.…

Behavioral Health Tech Explores Behavioral Health Policy Challenges and Opportunities

As 2026 begins, it’s the perfect time to look at the major policy themes shaping behavioral health in the year ahead, including…