The Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska: A Creative Solution to a Persistent Behavioral Health Workforce Shortage.

States all across the United States are experiencing a shortage in their behavioral health workforces. Although many studies have suggested factors that contribute to or mitigate the shortage-particularly in rural and underserved areas-no nationwide guidance exists on best practices to develop a behavioral health workforce that can meet community need. The Behavioral Health Education of Nebraska (BHECN) can serve as an exemplar for others looking to take a multifaceted approach to develop the behavioral health workforce in their community. Evidence from published studies is reviewed, and BHECN's approach and practices are explained.

Disability Inclusion in Psychiatry: Strategies to Improve and Increase Diversity Within the Psychiatrist Workforce.

The number of psychiatrists with disabilities is not well studied but the inclusion of mental health providers with disabilities is integral for the betterment of psychiatry and patient care.