University of Nebraska Public Policy Center


March 12, 2010NU | UNL | UNMC | UNO | UNK | IANR 

News and Events

Public Policy Center Research Specialist and manager of the Gambler's Assistance Program Evaluation project,
Dr. Juan Paulo Ramirez, was called upon by a reporter for the Santiago Times as a source of information on gambling and the consequences of a gambling addiction. The Santiago Times has been Chile's most important English language newspaper for the past 20 years. To read the full article view our In The News page or CLICK HERE.

Children's Mental Health and Substance Abuse State Infrastructure Grant

The purpose of the project is to build on major behavioral health system reform efforts to develop systems of care specifically for children (age birth to 5; youth; youth with co-occurring disorders; substance abuse; transition age youth). The project aims to individualize service models for children and youth, establish culturally and linguistically appropriate practices, and form a coalition for an integrated, family-centered system for children and families.

Related Media
Children's Services Initiative BrochurePDF File
You and Psychiatric Medications BrochurePDF File
Your Child and Psychiatric Medications BrochurePDF File
0-5 Social Emotional Curriculum

Key Partners
State and local government agencies representing the major child-serving systems; family and youth organizations; universities; service provider organizations; cultural and community groups

Funding
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Division of Behavioral Health

Lead Contact:
Name: Mark DeKraai
E-mail: mdekraai@nebraska.edu
Phone: (402) 472-1496


Staff Researchers:

Name: Denise Bulling
E-mail: dbulling@nebraska.edu
Phone: (402) 472-1509

Name: Kate Speck
E-mail: kspeck2@nebraska.edu
Phone: (402) 472-0501