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NAMI Raises Concern for Impact of Mental Health Care Budget Cuts on Low-Income Mothers and Infants; Urban Institute Study Released
August 30, 2010The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has raised added concern about a study released by The Urban Institute that shows more than one-half of babies in poverty are being raised by mothers living with depression-creating parenting and child development challenges. At least 70 percent of low-income mothers go with out treatment, according to the study, with only 30 percent even speaking to a mental health professional over the course of a year. "During a time of national economic distress and severe budget cuts in mental health services, the Urban Institute study raises concern about the urgency of the needs of women and children," said NAMI Executive Director Michael J. Fitzpatrick. Full release.
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