“The next generation must grow up knowing that mental health is a key component of overall health and there is no shame, stigma or barriers to seeking out care,” Clinton’s campaign stressed in an announcement. Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton released a wide-ranging mental health plan on Monday, saying that her office would support Americans living with mental health issues through better legislation. The next generation must grow up knowing that mental health is a key component of overall health and there is no shame, stigma or barriers to seeking out care. In other words, changes in behavioral health deserve the same attention as changes in physical health. “We must do better.”The Trump campaign has yet to release a formal plan for mental health reform.

Source: Huffington Post August 30, 2016 16:41 UTC