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Patrick J. Kennedy: “The promise of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act has not been realized and that many Americans are…”

On the recordJune 29, 2020
The promise of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act has not been realized and that many Americans are encountering barriers when seeking professional help.
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Patrick J. Kennedy

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Highlighting unmet expectations of mental health legislation and barriers faced by individuals seeking help.

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