Center for Mental Health and Addiction Policy

Earlier this month, we kicked off our 10-week summer internship program with an amazing group of undergrad students!

They're diving into research, comms, prof. development & more—we're excited to support their growth and impact. 💼📊🗣️🎉

During Pride Month, we celebrate the joy & resilience of the LGBTQ+ community—and recognize the mental health challenges many continue to face. Affirming care, safe spaces, and inclusive support systems are vital so that every person can thrive as their authentic self. 🌈

🎉 Congrats to PhD student Sarah Henderson for winning a Best Student Poster Award at #ARM25! @academyhealth.bsky.social

Her research explores how assets affect mental health among U.S. parents & non-parents.

🗓️ Catch her lightning talk:
🕧 Sat, June 7 | 12:30–1:45 PM

Their work represents a bold approach to advancing mental health and economic opportunity through innovative policy change. Support for the CLIMB study comes from @debeaumontfndtn.bsky.social

🎉 Congrats to @andrew_andersn & @CatherineEttman receiving a Nexus Research Award for CLIMB Higher: Addressing Mental Health Through Policy Partnership for Economic Mobility!

Medical Debt and Forgone Mental Health Care Due to Cost Among Adults This cohort study evaluated the association between medical debt among US adults and forgoing mental health care due to cost in the subsequent year.

📊 Based on data from the CLIMB study, supported by @debeaumontfndtn.bsky.social — check out the full text here: bit.ly/42ZTYFh

New piece in @gohealio.bsky.social highlights the hidden cost of medical debt: skipped mental health care. PhD student Kyle Moon adds powerful insight into the tradeoffs people face when care becomes unaffordable. Check it out. 👇

🔗 bit.ly/4d0oDH2

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth 💚

It’s a time to break the stigma, build emotional resilience, and remind each other that no one is alone. Let’s move beyond self-care to real connection and community support.

#EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters

A new study finds MOUD improves treatment retention during pregnancy, but many pregnant individuals don’t receive it or stay in care long enough. These findings highlight the need for policies that support access and long-term engagement.

Learn more: bit.ly/4cX3vkT

Happy to represent @jhsph-cmap.bsky.social @bsph-hpm.bsky.social @jhu.edu at the science coalition breakfast on the science of mental health and addiction at the US Senate this morning!

Learning so much from this important conversation on suicide prevention in jails and prisons at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center in DC.

Huge thanks to our faculty leads, Olivia Sugarman and Paul Nestadt, for leading this critical discussion!

CMAP Faculty Andrew Anderson, Catherine Ettman, @markmeiselbach.bsky.social, and @mattdeisenberg.bsky.social presented in Venice at the Mental Health Outcomes, Services, Economics, and Policy Research conference. An unforgettable experience and way to share policy research around the world!

Join CMAP for an event that convenes experts in mental health, corrections, and policy to examine the current state of suicide prevention in jails and explore innovative solutions, followed by a networking reception.

Register here: eventbrite.com/e/suicide-pr...

Having the chance to engage in “regular” scholarly activities has been a comfort these days. So in that spirit, I’m happy to share this upcoming panel on suicide prevention in jails, hosted by @jhsph-cmap.bsky.social on 4/1 from 4-6:30pm (ET), w/in person & virtual attendance options. Join us!

During a CMAP panel discussion, @debeaumontfndtn.bsky.social President Brian Castrucci talks about the current motivation for healthcare budgets and what they indicate about government values.

See more: publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/experts...

Join experts in public health, addiction medicine, and policy on March 17th in the Hopkins Bloomberg Center (or virtually) to examine innovative approaches to overdose care that prioritize sustained engagement and support for individuals at risk of repeat overdose.

Register at bit.ly/CMAPNEXUS2

The first event in @jhsph-cmap.bsky.social's three-part event series brought together a panel of leaders from to discuss economic empowerment as a pillar of mental health in all policies agenda that can guide the next administration.

Learn more: publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/experts...

Experts from across sectors will discuss economic empowerment as a pillar of mental health 🧠

🔹 Dr. Brian Castrucci – President & CEO, de Beaumont Foundation 🏛️
🔹 Dr. Sally Satel – Senior Fellow, AEI 📚
🔹 Dr. Ruth Shim – Professor, UC Davis 🎓
🔹 Ms. Hannah Wesolowski – Chief Advocacy Officer, NAMI 🤝

🚨 One Week Away! 🚨

Join us next Thursday, for CMAP's panel, "A Mental Health In All Policies Agenda for the New Administration."

📍 Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center, Washington D.C.
📅 Thursday, February 27th | ⏰ 4 PM

Don’t miss this timely conversation! Register now: bit.ly/CMAPNEXUS1

Join BSPH-HPM Department Chair, Keshia Pollack Porter, & Assistant Professor, Catherine Ettman, for CMAP's panel, "A Mental Health In All Policies Agenda for the New Administration."

🗓️ Thursday, February 27th
⏰ 4 PM
📍 Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center, Washington D.C.

Register here: bit.ly/CMAPNEXUS1

Join the Center for Mental Health and Addiction Policy (CMAP) for a panel that brings together leaders from practice, think tanks, foundations, and academia to discuss economic empowerment as a pillar of mental health in all policies.

Register here: bit.ly/CMAPNEXUS1