South suburban Chicago mental health worsens due to policies

Mental health care providers in south suburban Chicago report worsening mental health among clients due to actions by the Trump administration. Issues include deportations, funding cuts, and increased fear among marginalized communities, leading to anxiety and depression. Providers like Shaniqua Ford and Twin Green highlight the impact of uncertainty on clients, including fears of family separation and job loss. Many individuals are avoiding in-person therapy due to concerns about immigration enforcement. Calls to crisis lines have increased, and there are worries about the effects of proposed federal budget cuts on mental health services. The ongoing mental health crisis in the U.S. is exacerbated by these developments, affecting millions.