Open Enrollment Begins In: The Cost Of Mental Health Funding Cuts

Word of the shootings in Arizona has triggered speculation by many as to possible causes contributing to the tragedy.

Regardless of if the cuts in services in the location that the shooter lived were a direct factor, it can’t be eliminated as a factor.

Over the last year, the state of Arizona has sought to make up budget shortfalls by at least partially removing services that provided treatment for people suffering similar mental problems as the shooter. Needless to say, with the result that the public is paying just as much as before, now this has all come to pass since the cuts, Therefore if not more, just at different places and times.

So it’s estimated that 15000 people had made use of services funded at least in part by the state of Arizona.

Keep in mind that we’re talking about only people that sought the services -Mr.

Loughner never sought services despite references to such services by the Community College he was attending. Essentially, at the time the defenders of health care services warned that jumps in suicide rates, hospitalizations and public disturbances involving police. In one case, a VP was given a big bonus for cutting costs for the bank. One of my jobs was at a bank headquarters providing support to VP’s and officers, when I worked in IT. Nevertheless, he had cancelled the printer maintenance agreement that the bank had in place without replacement. Of course, the one positive about Arizona is that the state actually has laws in place that make it easier for people to petition courts to have an individual committed involuntarily.

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Ann Miller is a certified mental health coach and wellness writer with a strong background in psychology and emotional resilience. With over a decade of experience in helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, and burnout, Ann specializes in making complex mental health topics accessible and empowering.

She holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and has worked with both individual clients and organizations to promote emotional well-being and work-life balance. Through her writing, Ann aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and offer practical, compassionate guidance for everyday challenges.

When she's not writing or consulting, Ann enjoys early morning yoga, quiet reading time, and exploring nature trails with her dog. Her personal philosophy: "Mental health is not a luxury — it’s a foundation for everything we do."

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