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On the recordMay 2, 2023
When someone who's worried about their mental health or the mental health of a loved one finally works up the courage to pick up the phone and try to get help, the last thing they need is a symphony of 'please hold' music, non-working numbers, and rejection.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

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Wyden highlights the frustration faced by individuals seeking mental health support.

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