In early 2008, The News and Observer of Raleigh published a series of articles confirming serious obstacles to the successful delivery of mental health services under a new system.  Click here to review the articles:  http://www.newsobserver.com/news/health_science/mental_health/

2008 Legislative Funding

The 2008 General Assembly approved increased funding for designated mental health services.  For a budget summary of funding that impacts mental health services in the state, see the Public Policy Update - 2008 Legislative Budget Summary posted on the Mental Health Association's website:  http://www.mha-nc.org/

Mental Health Parity Now in Effect

House Bill 973, which adds provision on mental health parity to the states' insurance statutes, was signed into law in 2007 and became effective July 1, 2008.  For a full report on mental health parity, see the Mental Health Association's website:  http://www.mha-nc.org/