On December 19, 2019, Dr. Drew Pinsky was invited to speak at the White House Mental Health Summit with a presentation on homelessness, drug abuse, and a concise history of the systemic mistakes that led to the United States’ mental health crisis.
I had the a privilege being a part of this incredible panel of professionals all working together to help those with serious mental illness. Laws and delivery systems ossified since the 1950s it makes it impossible to help so many with these conditions. … https://t.co/6YMk7PsNY2 pic.twitter.com/yOveqR0t54
— Dr. Drew (@drdrew) December 20, 2019
During the event, President Donald Trump made a surprise visit and praised Dr. Drew for his work in bringing attention to mental health and addiction. As a proponent for improving mental health services – including decades of building awareness throughout multiple presidencies – Dr. Drew has received worldwide recognition as a bipartisan voice fighting for the care of those who need it most, but often feel that they have nowhere left to turn.
Watch the full presentation here.
Thanks for your support. https://t.co/EWT96hHsLw
— Dr. Drew (@drdrew) December 20, 2019
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