More Resources About Health Equity

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The hidden harms of medical gaslighting

October 1, 2026

Supporting patients with difficult-to-diagnose conditions
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APA supports actions to address Black women and girls’ mental health

August 19, 2026

APA Services is mobilizing to support and protect the future of behavioral and mental health support for Black women and girls
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Protecting access to mental and behavioral health services for Medicaid enrollees

July 31, 2026

APA Services submits comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services concerning new Medicaid work/community engagement requirements
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Federal rules could limit states’ Medicaid behavioral health workforce expansion

July 21, 2026

APA Services responded to a proposed rule from CMS concerning State Directed Payment arrangements within state Medicaid programs
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APA applauds new state laws allowing psychologists to prescribe medications

July 15, 2026

New legislation will help psychologists provide an integrated model of care for patients, APA says
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CMS’ interim rule jeopardizes Medicaid access to critical services

July 13, 2026

As CMS moves forward with Medicaid work reporting implementation, advocates warn that new reporting and verification requirements could create significant barriers for eligible beneficiaries
Advanced Practice in Behavioral Consultation

Advanced Practice in Behavioral Consultation

May 26, 2026

This book offers advanced, practical guidance for behavioral health consultants in integrated care settings, providing strategies to manage complex cases, collaborate across systems, support training and community initiatives, and expand their role in promoting health equity.
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Moving forward legislation to lessen disparities in access to behavioral health care

April 21, 2026

The U.S. House of Representatives approved two key bills designed to expand health care access for rural and underserved communities
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Expanding access to behavioral health services in rural communities

March 4, 2026

House Agriculture Committee reports bipartisan farm bill, including key policies supporting access to care in rural communities

Psychology’s Growing Medication Responsibility

January 1, 2026

Discuss the growth of prescribing psychology and the potential benefits for access to care