Every year, an estimated 1 in 5 American adults experiences mental illness. When it comes to insurance coverage, the law is clear. The federal Mental Health Parity legislation passed in 2008 requires health insurers to provide at least equal coverage for mental health conditions, as they do for medical and surgical care. But as CBS News’ Dr. Jon LaPook found out, some families still have to fight to get the life-saving care their loved ones need. Source
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Families fight insurers for life-saving care for loved ones with mental illness
Every year, an estimated 1 in 5 American adults experiences mental illness Source
“Did I cause this?” Getting past the stigma of miscarriages
I’ve realized that grieving the loss of this child was important … but forgiving myself is just as important and something I’m still working on Source
Baby born by candlelight in laundry room during Texas tornado
The Bump Birthing Center, which had lost power during the storm, welcomed the newborn in their laundry room Source
Top diplomat in Ukraine set to testify in impeachment inquiry — live updates
William Taylor raised concerns with other diplomats about the U.S. withholding military aid to Ukraine Source
A guide to Trump’s allegations about Ukraine, China and the Bidens
In recent weeks, President Trump has made numerous allegations concerning Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden Source
At least 11 dead in Chile as violent protests rage
Unrest was triggered by small hike in subway fares, but analysts say anger is fed by long-building sense that ordinary Chileans aren’t sharing in the nation’s advances Source
Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito takes the Chrysanthemum Throne
It was a ceremony steeped in tradition, for a royal family that has carved out a uniquely progressive role to push for peace Source
Canada’s Trudeau overcomes scandals to win a likely 2nd term
Progressive Canadian Prime Minister delivers unexpectedly strong results, but his Liberal Party falls short of a majority in Parliament Source
Opioid crisis forcing more kids into the foster system
CBS News met a family two years ago fostering five children from drug-ridden homes. Today, they’re fostering an additional child. Source