The following dashboard shows statewide Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) utilization data and some demographic data about BHHL callers. This data is collected by the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership (MBHP), the vendor that operates the BHHL, and maintained by the Department of Mental Health (DMH).

Comprehensive dataset of 1,344 Mental health clinics in Massachusetts, United States as of July, 2025. Includes verified contact information (email, phone), geocoded addresses, customer ratings, reviews, business categories, and operational details. Perfect for market research, lead generation, competitive analysis, and business intelligence. Download a complimentary sample to evaluate data quality and completeness.

In 2024, there were *** individuals for every one mental health provider in the United States, yet rates varied greatly per state. As of that year, Massachusetts had the highest rate of mental health providers in the U.S., with *** individuals for every one mental health provider. On the other hand, Alabama had the lowest rate with *** individuals per provider.

Comprehensive dataset of 2,281 Mental health services in Massachusetts, United States as of July, 2025. Includes verified contact information (email, phone), geocoded addresses, customer ratings, reviews, business categories, and operational details. Perfect for market research, lead generation, competitive analysis, and business intelligence. Download a complimentary sample to evaluate data quality and completeness.

In 74 cases out of a total of 151 reported mass shootings in the United States since 1982, the shooter(s) displayed prior signs of mental health problems. In 17 cases out of 150, there were no signs of mental health issues in the shooters.

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Download data on the number and types of EPIA referrals, placement rates, and demographics.

In 2022, across all states in the United States, Vermont was ranked as having the best mental health care, followed by Massachusetts and Rhode Island. On the other hand, Texas had the worst mental health care in the U.S., ranking last on the list. The best mental health care ranking was based on scores that measured seven healthcare metrics relevant to access to treatment, services, and insurance for mental illness in the U.S. in 2022.

This map service includes the acute and non-acute care hospitals in Massachusetts.Acute care hospitals are those licensed under MGL Chapter 111, section 51 and which contain a majority of medical-surgical, pediatric, obstetric, and maternity beds, as defined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH). The features in this layer are based on database information provided to MassGIS from the DPH, Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) and the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA).All hospitals in the state that have a 24-hour emergency department are included in this layer, but not all facilities in this layer have an emergency department (the ER_STATUS field stores this data). Other attributes include cohort, adult and pediatric trauma levels, and special public funding. See CHIA's Massachusetts Acute Hospital Profiles page for more information. CHIA reviewed the final revision in November 2018.Non-acute care hospitals in Massachusetts are typically identified as psychiatric, rehabilitation, and chronic care facilities, along with some non-acute specialty hospitals, using the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) and Department of Mental Health (DMH) license criteria as well as a listing on the state's Bureau of Hospitals website. The non-acute care hospitals are based on database information provided by the DPH and the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA). CHIA reviewed this layer in November 2018.Non-acute care hospitals in this layer do not contain 24/7 emergency departments.See the full data layer descriptions:Acute care hospitalsNon-acute care hospitalsMap service also available

This point datalayer shows the locations of community behavioral health centers across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Centers appearing in this layer are those that provide mental health crisis care as listed by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) as of December 2024. Locations were scraped from the EOHHS Find a CBHC tool and were geocoded to MassGIS' address points and verified using current ortho imagery and individual websites where needed.More information available here...Feature Layer also available here...

Mental health treatment facilities are instrumental in helping those suffering from acute or chronic mental health issues get care in a safe and secure environment. As of 2023, there were 12,012 mental health treatment facilities in the U.S., of which 9,856 completed the N-SUMHSS* survey. Within those, 8,270 were outpatient facilities while 1,184 facilities were hospital inpatient facilities. U.S. Mental health facilities Inpatient mental health treatment may be needed for those that are a danger to themselves or others, those using drugs, those that need to be stabilized or those that are experiencing psychosis. The top hospitals in the U.S. for adult psychiatry include McLean Hospital in Massachusetts and Massachusetts General Hospital. Few mental health treatment facilities offered treatment programs specific client groups, with just a third offering such to LGBTQ clients. Mental health in the U.S. Mental illness can affect anyone of any age; however, some groups experience more mental illness than others. It is estimated that up to one quarter of the U.S. adult population face some mental illness, with women suffering more than men. A recent survey also demonstrated that Utah, Oregon, and District of Columbia had the highest percentage of people that described their mental health as poor. Other mental health variables can compound one another. For example, mental illness and substance use can be especially difficult to diagnose and treat.

This map service includes the acute and non-acute care hospitals in Massachusetts.

Acute care hospitals are those licensed under MGL Chapter 111, section 51 and which contain a majority of medical-surgical, pediatric, obstetric, and maternity beds, as defined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH). The features in this layer are based on database information provided to MassGIS from the DPH, Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) and the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA).

All hospitals in the state that have a 24-hour emergency department are included in this layer, but not all facilities in this layer have an emergency department (the ER_STATUS field stores this data). Other attributes include cohort, adult and pediatric trauma levels, and special public funding. See CHIA's Massachusetts Acute Hospital Profiles page for more information. CHIA reviewed the final revision in November 2018, and the data layer was updated based on data provided by CHIA and DPH recent as of November 2023.

Non-acute care hospitals in Massachusetts are typically identified as psychiatric, rehabilitation, and chronic care facilities, along with some non-acute specialty hospitals, using the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) and Department of Mental Health (DMH) license criteria as well as a listing on the state's Bureau of Hospitals website. The non-acute care hospitals are based on database information provided by the DPH and the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA). CHIA reviewed this layer in November 2018, and the data layer was updated based on data provided by CHIA and DPH recent as of November 2023

Non-acute care hospitals in this layer do not contain 24/7 emergency departments.

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Podcasts are increasingly being used for mental health-related messaging. The objective of this scoping review is to understand how podcasts are being used as a platform for mental health-related interventions (‘podcast-based interventions’). Six databases were searched: CENTRAL, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Communication and Mass Media Complete, Web of Science, and ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. Journal articles, conference proceedings, and dissertations were eligible for inclusion. Eligible studies included an audio-only podcast-based condition with at least one quantitative mental health-related outcome, including symptoms, treatment or management of mental health issues, mental health literacy or knowledge, and mental illness stigma, prejudice or discrimination, and involved experimental and quasi-experimental designs. Databases were searched for English-language results up to August 4, 2024. Across all searches, there were 2958 records identified, with 2468 screened after removal of duplicates; 20 unique studies met inclusion criteria. Most common podcast intervention types were meditation or mindfulness exercises, comprising eight (40%) of the studies, and psychoeducational or therapeutic content, also comprising eight (40%) studies. Most podcasts were streamed or downloaded online, and interventions ranged 1-28 episodes. Studies typically involved university or general community convenience samples, and median attrition was 42% (IQR = 10-50%). Researchers most studied the impact of podcast-listening on anxiety, reported in 35% of studies, followed by depressive symptoms (30%), stress or psychological distress (25%), body image-related variables (20%), and stigma (20%). There is some evidence supporting the efficacy of podcast-based interventions on various mental health-related outcomes, including improvements in mindfulness, body image, and stigmatising attitudes. Results highlighted the breadth of experimental and quasi-experimental studies involving podcast-based interventions with mental health-related outcomes. These podcasts show promising mental health-related outcomes worthy of further study and refinement. Study generalisability was limited predominantly by self-report data, convenience samples, and high attrition rates.

Adult psychiatry is an important part of medical and mental health treatments in the U.S. As of 2024, the top hospital for adult psychiatry was Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, with a score of ** percent. The score represents the percentage of surveyed psychiatric specialists that named select hospitals as the best for challenging patients. Despite hospitals having a wider range of care options for patients, a majority of the mental health treatment facilities in the U.S. are listed as outpatient care centers without day treatment options or partial hospitalization options. Mental Health in the U.S. In the U.S. millions of people are affected by mental illness every year. Mental illnesses can range from mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder to schizophrenia and anxiety disorders. Research has indicated that as of 2022 up to a quarter of adults between the ages of ** and ** in the U.S. had experienced some sort of mental illness within the past year, with rates of mental illness decreasing with age. A recent survey also indicated that among adults in the U.S. those living in Oregon and Utah may have the poorest mental health status among all states. Mental Health Treatment in the U.S. Not all mental health treatment requires hospitalization or psychiatric treatment. Most mental health issues can be addressed and treated in individual or group psychotherapy, but treatment differs drastically based on the type of mental illness. Psychotherapy, medication, case management, hospitalization and support groups are just a few of the ways mental illness can be treated. As of 2023 a larger percentage of U.S. adults utilized prescription medications as opposed to any other kind of therapy. Among adults that sought treatment from a professional for a major depressive episode, a majority had seen a general practitioner or family doctor to treat their mental health issues.

Download data on suicides in Massachusetts by demographics and year. This page also includes reporting on military & veteran suicide, and suicides during COVID-19.

This point datalayer shows the locations of community behavioral health centers across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Centers appearing in this layer are those that provide mental health crisis care as listed by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) as of December 2024. Locations were scraped from the EOHHS Find a CBHC tool and were geocoded to MassGIS' address points and verified using current ortho imagery and individual websites where needed.More information available here...Map Service also available here...

This point datalayer contains the location of community health centers (CHCs) in Massachusetts. The layer was produced by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) Center for Environmental Health (CEH) GIS program. The source material was provided by Tina Ford Wright, Publications and Marketing Assistant, Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers, a.k.a. "the League," (http://www.massleague.org). The League defines a community health center as a non-profit community-based organization that offers comprehensive primary and preventive health care, including medical, social and/or mental health services, to anyone in need regardless of their medical status, ability to pay, culture or ethnicity.CHCs are grouped into Main and Satellite locations. Main CHCs may have one or more satellite locations (also known as access points). The MCHC_CODE item defines the affiliation between main CHCs and their satellites.

CHCs vary by both the facility and/or building type in which they are located, scope of clinical services offered, and target patient population(s). The CEH GIS program used the MassGIS Hospitals, Schools, Colleges and Universities, and Prisons datalayers, and Internet Web sites in the case of homeless shelters, to derive the locations of health centers in these facilities. Health centers known to be administrative offices are attributed accordingly. With respect to clinical services, this GIS datalayer makes no distinction among CHCs. An exception is eye care and dental service providers that are indicated in the EYE and DENTAL fields. No information regarding target patient populations is explicitly defined, though assumptions may be based on health center name and/or location.

In all cases, patients seeking care should contact the CHCs directly to verify availability of clinical services, hours, etc., rather than rely on the information contained in this GIS datalayer, as such information is subject to change.

According to our current knowledge, there is insufficient data or information available regarding the effects of the COVID-19 lockdown on BMI, eating habits, and physical activity levels among the population of Bangladesh, including university students. Nevertheless, it is crucial to promptly address the consequences of the COVID-19 lockdown, such as the loss of educational hours, learning setbacks, mental stress, and physical disruptions. The existing data highlights perceived changes in BMI, eating habits, and physical activity levels among university students in Bangladesh before and during the COVID-19 lockdown. Hence, policymakers or governments can utilize this dataset in various ways to implement effective and targeted measures to alleviate the impacts caused by the prolonged social lockdown on students.

Through a close partnership with the BEST, Mental Health Clinicians co-respond with BPD officers to improve response to mental health-related calls for service. These clinicians can also assist with holding cell evaluations, provide critical follow-up, and assist with mental health training of BPD officers.

BEST operates independently from the BPD and maintains their own confidential client database. Therefore, the BPD will only present monthly aggregate data as provided by this partner organization. The BPD does not have access to any client information per HIPAA and other privacy concerns.

This dashboard includes two metrics for the BEST clinicians: the number of incidents to which BEST clinicians co-responded with BPD officers, and the proactive engagement/ follow-ups conducted by BEST clinicians.

Between 1982 and September 2024, 82 out of the 151 mass shootings in the United States were carried out by White shooters. By comparison, the perpetrator was African American in 26 mass shootings, and Latino in 12. When calculated as percentages, this amounts to 54 percent, 17 percent, and eight percent respectively. Race of mass shooters reflects the U.S. population Broadly speaking, the racial distribution of mass shootings mirrors the racial distribution of the U.S. population as a whole. While a superficial comparison of the statistics seems to suggest African American shooters are over-represented and Latino shooters underrepresented, the fact that the shooter’s race is unclear in around nine percent of cases, along with the different time frames over which these statistics are calculated, means no such conclusions should be drawn. Conversely, looking at the mass shootings in the United States by gender clearly demonstrates that the majority of mass shootings are carried out by men. Mass shootings and mental health With no clear patterns between the socio-economic or cultural background of mass shooters, increasing attention has been placed on mental health. Analysis of the factors Americans considered to be to blame for mass shootings showed 80 percent of people felt the inability of the mental health system to recognize those who pose a danger to others was a significant factor. This concern is not without merit – in over half of the mass shootings since 1982, the shooter showed prior signs of mental health issues, suggesting improved mental health services may help deal with this horrific problem. Mass shootings and guns In the wake of multiple mass shootings, critics have sought to look beyond the issues of shooter identification and their influences by focusing on their access to guns. The majority of mass shootings in the U.S. involve firearms which were obtained legally, reflecting the easy ability of Americans to purchase and carry deadly weapons in public. Gun control takes on a particular significance when the uniquely American phenomenon of school shootings is considered. The annual number of incidents involving firearms at K-12 schools in the U.S. was over 100 in each year since 2018. Conversely, similar incidents in other developed countries exceptionally rare, with only five school shootings in G7 countries other than the U.S. between 2009 and 2018.