Our Scans · Mental Health · Weekly Summary

• [New] As internet access and smartphone ownership increase among U.S. adults, digital mental health tools present a significant opportunity to expand high-value digital mental health tools to rural and underserved communities. Bipartisan Policy Center
• [New] Experts warn the UK risks creating a lost generation as disappearing entry-level jobs, worsening mental health and AI disruption leave more than one million young people outside work or education. Fair Play Talks
• [New] Princeton's mental health crisis remains unresolved, and do not be fooled that students will be happier the more things they have. The Princetonian
• [New] Demand for mental health appointments is expected to rise 32% from 2021 through 2031. The American Prospect
• [New] The European Commission is coordinating surveillance activities, including product testing across EU member states, and undertaking capacity-building initiatives to help national authorities better understand mental health risks. Productwise
• [New] San Luis Obispo County is expanding support for student mental health through a new grant program that will provide $300,000 to high schools to strengthen on-campus wellness services. EdSource
• [New] As awareness of mental health continues to grow worldwide, meditation is expected to remain one of the most widely practiced tools for stress reduction, self-improvement, and emotional well-being. Mindmember Discount
• [New] The Defense Health Agency program mediates some common barriers to seeking care and increases the likelihood that a service member or veteran will continue with their mental healthcare. DHA.mil - The Official Website of The Defense Health Ag
• [New] Physical inactivity has emerged as a major public health issue worldwide, linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases, such as obesity, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health disorders. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] 186 people over two years were admitted to a psychiatric hospital from Heathrow Airport with jet-lag-related mental health conditions, such as depression and hypomania, while another study has shown that chronic jet lag could increase the risk of neurological disorders. Live Science
• [New] New South Wales police and the health department are expected to sign a new agreement on how to deal with mental health incidents, as the police union demands officers no longer be the default response for every crisis. The Guardian
• [New] A major shift expected in 2026 is the embedding of mental health professionals directly into schools and primary care clinics. New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers
• The current U.S. political environment has made it harder to maintain positive mental health at work, with concerns about war and terrorism and current events outranking financial stress, job demands, and fear of layoffs among negative influences on mental health. Journal of Accountancy
• In parts of the world where access to mental health services is not possible because of armed conflict, cultural factors or a lack of sufficient providers, a pocket therapist could help fill a gap. News Center
• Mental health SaaS tailored for workplaces is surging, forecasted at 25% growth in 2026 as burnout rises. Appscrip
• A $6 million pledge by one of Singapore's largest private donors will provide scholarships to mental health professionals and support the work of a community agency working with troubled youth. ST
• While mental health care received some of the strongest permanent protections, the telehealth extensions through 2027 apply to a broad range of other medical services. Blue Moon Senior Counseling

Last updated: 19 June 2026