Under his leadership, the department spearheaded the launch of Adams’ three-pronged mental health agenda — which included the creation of a free virtual therapy platform for New York City high ...

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Commissioner (DOHMH) Dr. Ashwin Vasan today updated New Yorkers on the program’s progress, announcing ...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, New York has seen a sharp rise in young people reporting mental health issues. According to a 2024 report from the city Department of ...