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Note: The Children’s Mental Health Network ceased operation in December, 2023. This archived website is available for you to peruse past articles and our vast library of research articles and news sources on children’s mental health, dating back to 2012.

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Replacing CPT codes for psychiatrists leads to unintended consequences for consumers

Posted on February 03, 2013
Who would have expected that the changes in billing from CPT codes (specifically 90862) for psychiatrists to Evaluation and Management…
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Let’s put an end to inappropriate seclusion and restraint – Sign the White House petition

Posted on January 25, 2013
Many of you will remember the Morning Zen piece we did on Bill Lichtenstein, parent of a beautiful daughter who…
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What is the X date and why we should care…

Posted on January 10, 2013
Okay Network faithful, this is a “must read” if you are going to keep up with the firestorm that is…
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A fond adieu to Congressman Pete Stark

Posted on January 03, 2013
Regardless of your political affiliation it is important to recognize and honor those who have served our country for as…
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Learning from the Newtown tragedy – we need to get literate about mental health

Posted on January 03, 2013
Guest Blog Post – Jennifer A. Oppenheim, PsyD, Public Health Advisor, Coordinator, Project LAUNCH
, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services…
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We don’t tell you and here’s why

Posted on December 20, 2012
Morning Zen Guest blogger ~ Lisa Lambert ~ The best way to get help for your…
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Feeling our Way through this National Nightmare to Address Guns and Mental Illness

Posted on December 18, 2012
Morning Zen Guest blogger ~ Victoria Costello ~ On day five of what has for so many…
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Specific strategies for talking with your kids about the tragedy in Connecticut

Posted on December 14, 2012
Greetings faithful readers. Our hearts are saddened by the senseless violence that took place at a Connecticut elementary school. The…
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What’s keeping us up at night? Quality standards for essential benefits

Posted on November 30, 2012
Network faithful, we need to have a heart to heart about the essential benefits packages states are required to set…