We’ve all heard the reports of a rising mental health calamity in America. Whether mental health matters manifest as violence, physical illness,  or despair, what are the facts from the front lines? Dr. Victor Hong, M.D., is the Medical Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services of University of Michigan Medicine and brings a full picture of what’s troubling Americans. How the situation evolved, and how the increase in horrific violence, depression, and other maladies spring from insufficient availability of psychiatric health services. Dr. Hong suggests some policy solutions. Don’t miss this episode and hear the compassion and expertise of Rich’s guest who has dedicated his life to the wellness and well-being of his fellow Americans. 

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