Medicaid members often face higher rates of behavioral health conditions due to socioeconomic factors and limited access to care. At UnitedHealthcare Community & State, we take a whole person, trauma-informed approach to a range of behavioral health factors including social isolation and loneliness, opioid use disorder, and conditions and the unique needs of justice-involved populations.
50%
of individuals identify stigma as a primary barrier to seeking help with their behavioral health challenges
55%
of adults with a mental health condition receive no treatment
1 in 5
children have a diagnosable mental health condition
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Task force provides mental health training to rural first responders
The New Mexico Suicide Prevention Coalition brings mental health awareness and education to first responders in the state.