Mental health
Mental health

Sunak accused of making mental illness another front in the culture wars'

Critics accuse Rishi Sunak of targeting mental health benefits, risking harm to disabled individuals. [ more ]

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Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Often Go Untreated for Parents on Medicaid

For parents struggling with mental health or substance use disorders, access to treatment can often mean the difference between keeping and losing their children.

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French athletes at Paris Olympics will receive better mental health protection

French athletes at Paris Olympics to receive enhanced mental health support, focusing on combating cyberbullying and online harassment. [ more ]

Fast Company

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Selena Gomez and her mom want you to work on your mental fitness-and their company Wondermind can help

Wondermind, cofounded by Mandy Teefey and Selena Gomez, aims to be a mental fitness ecosystem designed to provide expert-backed content and make mental health resources more accessible. [ more ]

Medscape

Antipsychotics for Dementia Pose Wide-Ranging Health Risks

Adverse events associated with antipsychotic use in people with dementia are far broader and pose more severe health risks than previously reported.

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It's Time to Act on Pilot's Mental Health

Proposed changes to FAA mental health policies could remove barriers for pilots and air traffic controllers seeking mental health assistance. [ more ]

Harvard Business Review

5 Strategies for Improving Mental Health at Work

Organizations need to go further in implementing a culture of well-being to improve mental health of employees. [ more ]

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Stop The "What If" Spiral: 7 Ways to Stop What If Thinking!

Constant 'what if' thinking leads to unproductive worry and anxiety, hindering progress and well-being. [ more ]

Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being

The OCD Twist You Didn't Know: Recognizing OCD Opposite Thoughts

OCD opposite thoughts, known as 'moral scrupulosity,' push individuals to act against their core values, leading to distress and seeking temporary relief through compulsions. [ more ]

PortlandTribune.com

How to Erase Negative Self-Talk and Feel Better

Negative self-talk contributes to ongoing anxiety and depression post-pandemic. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety Through Meditation | Entrepreneur

Anxiety is solvable by addressing the root cause of overthinking.

The self-perpetuating cycle of anxiety involves a loop between mind and body, amplifying stress. [ more ]

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Fear of the unknown: are you more sensitive to uncertainty than others?

Intolerance for uncertainty is linked to various forms of anxiety, depression, and substance use disorder.

Intolerance for uncertainty exists on a spectrum from mild discomfort to extreme distress. [ more ]

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Fully Functioning Person: Meaning, Examples, Characteristics, And More

A fully functioning person is in touch with their deepest desires, emotions, and purpose, reaching their fullest potential and self-actualization. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Jung's Five Pillars of a Good Life

Jung outlined five pillars for progress towards happiness.

Happiness is not a definitive end state but rather a journey of continual improvement. [ more ]

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All You Need To Know About Holism In Psychology

Holism in psychology emphasizes viewing things as a whole

Holism is about understanding the interconnectedness of different components [ more ]

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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Facebook Live: Brain Stimulation Therapies

Brain stimulation therapies for mental disorders will be discussed in NIMH's Facebook Live event by expert Dr. Lisanby. No registration required. [ more ]

Yahoo Finance

Can you really be friends with your colleagues, whether you work-from-home (WFH) or go into the office?

Creating genuine friendships with colleagues can enhance teamwork and job satisfaction but may involve risks due to blurred boundaries. [ more ]

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Experts warn GPs on prescribing antipsychotic drugs for dementia

Doctors urged to reduce antipsychotic prescribing to dementia patients due to wide range of serious adverse effects. [ more ]

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Mentally stimulating work plays key role in staving off dementia, study finds

Engaging in mentally demanding work can protect against cognitive decline in older age, based on a study of 7,000 Norwegians in 305 occupations. [ more ]

Harvard Gazette

Exercise cuts heart disease risk in part by lowering stress, study finds - Harvard Gazette

Physical activity reduces cardiovascular disease risk for individuals with depression. [ more ]

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Football-based mentoring found to boost wellbeing for at-risk pupils in England

Intensive mentoring through football can significantly increase wellbeing in troubled schoolchildren, equivalent to a job's happiness boost for an unemployed adult. [ more ]

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Is it possible to break the cycle of burnout for good?

Recognize signs of burnout early to prevent long-term effects. [ more ]

Medscape

Opioid Deaths Doubled Across Canada After Pandemic Onset

More than 25% of deaths related to opioid use were among young adults, new data indicated.

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The important link between mental health and business success

In today's fast-paced business world, mental health has become a critical factor in the workplace, influencing productivity, employee retention, and ultimately, corporate success.

Mail Online

Instagram has no negative effect on mental health in adults

No significant link between Instagram use and anxiety, despite previous studies suggesting harm. [ more ]

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Psychology of Orange Color: Taking A Look At Positive And Negative Sides

Orange color symbolizes harmony, peace, happiness, and warmth, radiating physical energy and positivity. [ more ]

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Serious care failings were a factor in son killing his father, coroner in Wales rules

Serious failings in care led to a tragic outcome for a man with schizophrenia, highlighting inadequacies in mental health services. [ more ]

Medscape

First Long-Term Data on Atogepant for Migraine Prevention

Interim data from an ongoing open-label extension study support the long-term safety and efficacy of atogepant for prevention of chronic and episodic migraine.

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Walks in Green Parks Mean Stronger Immune Systems and Better Mental Health

Like so many people, I took refuge in the outdoors during the worst of the COVID pandemic, going on socially distanced walks and sitting on the deck in all kinds of weather.

Medscape

Cannabis Constituent Key to Easing THC-Induced Anxiety?

D-Limonene, a cannabis constituent, may mitigate THC-induced anxiety and paranoia for cannabis users.

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Rise and grind? Working late, volatile hours may lead to depression, illness by 50

Working variable hours and nights in young adulthood can lead to poor health and depression in middle age. [ more ]

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Psychology Of Brown Color: Provoking Sense Of Reliability And Strength

Brown is associated with nature, comfort, and resilience, but can also be seen as sad or passive. [ more ]

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I am a psychiatrist covering Bondi. We need to invest in mental health services, not stigmatise people | Kamran Ahmed

Schizophrenia is not directly linked to mass attacks; most individuals with this condition do not commit violent offenses. [ more ]

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Earth Day for Seniors: Six Activities for Connection and Well-being

Engaging in Earth Day activities boosts seniors' physical and mental health through nature connection and community involvement. [ more ]

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Is Money Making You Sick?

Financial anxiety can have severe impacts on physical and mental health, including a higher risk of various ailments and early death. [ more ]

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Are You a Cool Blue Personality? Traits & Signs to Watch!

Understanding Cool Blue personality traits can help individuals comprehend themselves better and their impact on actions and interactions. [ more ]

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Diagnosing yourself with a mental health issue may bring comfort, but it can be dangerous | Ashwini Padhi

In the age of information overload, where a world of knowledge lies just a click away, the temptation to self-diagnose mental health conditions has become an all-too-common trend for many people.

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Sydneysiders witnessed horrific scenes at Westfield Bondi Junction. How should they process the trauma? | Kim Felmingham

Different people experience varying emotional reactions after mass violent events, recovery is possible with time and processing. [ more ]

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Chronic traumatic stress disorder': the Palestinian psychiatrist challenging western definitions of trauma

Children in Gaza are experiencing severe mental health issues due to prolonged conflict and living conditions. [ more ]

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Trichophobia (Fear Of Hair): What Is It, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment And More

Trichophobia is an excessive and persistent fear of hair, especially fallen hair on surfaces like clothing or furniture, triggering emotional and physical symptoms. [ more ]

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12 Practical Tips to Help Someone With Agoraphobia

Agoraphobia is not just a fear of open spaces; it's a complex anxiety disorder rooted in panic triggers. Support and understanding are key in helping individuals navigate it. [ more ]

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I go from rude health to dying in minutes': a day in the life of a hypochondriac

Health anxiety is exacerbated by modern factors like access to medical information online and heightened awareness due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [ more ]

Medscape

Can a Blood Test Diagnose Depression and Bipolar Disorder?

Test for depression diagnosis, ALCEDIAG, available in France but not reimbursed by social security. [ more ]

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The Other Maternal Health Crisis: Black Birthing People's Mental Health and Wellbeing - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black women face disproportionately high maternal mortality rates in the US due to systemic issues. [ more ]

Inverse

Sleeping With Your Pets Could Be Bad For This Unexpected Reason

Sleeping with pets in the same room may negatively impact sleep quality, leading to poorer sleep and more insomnia symptoms. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

7 Things Dementia Experts Would Never, Ever Do

For many of us, it's not financially or physically possible to eat all nourishing meals, all the time.Fast food is convenient, affordable and, well, fast.

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I was the poster girl for OCD. Then I began to question everything I'd been told about mental illness

Diagnosis of OCD brought clarity and relief amid years of secrecy and misunderstanding. [ more ]

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Opinion | We Must Address New York City's Mental Health Crisis

Prioritize mental health care funding to prevent violence and support those in crisis. [ more ]

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The perceived scrutiny is immense': how weddings can worsen eating and body image disorders

The pressure of weddings can exacerbate body image struggles and eating disorders. [ more ]

Kqed

As California Seeks to Legalize Psychedelics for Therapy, Oregon Provides Key Lessons | KQED

California bill SB 1012 aims to legalize therapeutic use of psychedelic drugs under supervision, expanding treatment opportunities for mental health conditions. [ more ]

Medscape

Are You Ready for AI to Be a Better Doctor Than You?

Study after study show AI outperforming MDs in all areas.

How should all-too-human physicians - who have trained for years to be good at what they do - feel about this?

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Healthy Guilt vs. Unhealthy Guilt: How to Tell the Difference?

Healthy guilt acts as a moral compass guiding towards positive change.

Toxic guilt is pervasive, causing self-blame and negativity with unrealistic expectations. [ more ]

Medscape

High-Dose Valproate Linked to Significant Weight Gain

Valproate, an antiepileptic agent that is often prescribed for psychiatric conditions, is associated with weight gain when prescribed in high doses, new data suggest.

Medscape

Clozapine Underutilized in Black Patients With Schizophrenia

Black patients with schizophrenia are significantly less likely than White patients to be prescribed clozapine, new data showed.

Medscape

Probiotic-Vitamin D Combo May Up Cognition in Schizophrenia

Combining probiotics and vitamin D was associated with improved cognitive function in patients with schizophrenia enrolled in a double-blind randomized controlled trial.

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8 Signs You Might Be a Highly Intelligent Introvert

Introverts have hidden strengths like intelligence, creativity, and mental wealth.

Highly intelligent introverts channel their intellect uniquely for remarkable achievements. [ more ]

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As Russia's war rages, Ukraine's mental health crisis spirals

Ukraine faces a shortage of trained psychologists amidst a need for mental health support for almost half the population.

The ongoing war in Ukraine has led to increasing mental health issues, with concerns about a future mental health crisis post-conflict. [ more ]

Mail Online

Children addicted to tech more at risk of psychosis, study suggests

Children addicted to smartphones may be more prone to psychotic episodes in adulthood.

Forcing addicted youths to suddenly stop screen time may be more harmful than helpful. [ more ]

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Money worries creating mental health timebomb with young people

Young people are significantly more affected by money worries, impacting their mental health compared to older generations.

The cost of living crisis has led to increased reliance on credit and growing debt piles for young people, exacerbating their mental health struggles. [ more ]

Medscape

New Tool Could Help Screen Patients for Zoom Dysmorphia

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8 Reasons Why Couples Therapy Is Beneficial While Separated

Couples therapy can help improve relationships by addressing negative patterns and enhancing emotional bonding.

Different types of couple's therapy, such as EFT and the Gottman method, can assist in rebuilding relationships and improving communication. [ more ]

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Nature

What happens when climate change and the mental-health crisis collide?

Climate change exacerbates mental illness and distress globally, impacting nearly one billion people, including teenagers.

Climate-related trauma, such as heatwaves and floods, contributes to eco-anxiety and other psychological responses, affecting daily lives and mental health. [ more ]

Nature

The rise of eco-anxiety: scientists wake up to the mental-health toll of climate change

Climate change is impacting mental health, exacerbating existing disorders for nearly one billion people globally.

Research on the relationship between climate change and mental health is increasing, with a focus on understanding and managing associated challenges. [ more ]

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Touch can reduce pain, depression and anxiety, say researchers

Touch plays a crucial role in mental and physical well-being.

Various studies indicate the significant benefits of touch for both adults and newborns. [ more ]

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How do wildfires affect mental health? A new study examines the connection

Wildfires have significant mental health impacts, leading to an increase in prescriptions for depression and anxiety treatments.

Research on mental health effects of wildfires is scarce compared to studies on cardiovascular and respiratory impacts. [ more ]

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Review of gender services has major implications for mental health services

NHS gender services for children need a shift towards holistic assessments for individualized care.

Proposed changes include addressing wider mental health concerns alongside gender dysphoria. [ more ]

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Could You Be An "Earth Green" Personality? Let's Find Out!

Earth Green personalities exude positivity, patience, caring, and are strong relationship builders.

Understanding Carl Jung's Color Energy Theory can help individuals discover their behavioral preferences and interactions with others. [ more ]

New York Post

Lonesome kids are more likely to suffer psychosis as adults - and it's way worse for women: study

Childhood loneliness can increase the risk of psychosis later in life.

Women who experienced loneliness in childhood have a higher risk of psychosis compared to men. [ more ]

Irish Independent

'It's one conversation at a time' - Richie Sadlier on encouraging tradespeople to talk about mental health

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Student athlete suicide rates have doubled since 2002

College athlete suicide rates have doubled in the past two decades.

Suicide is the second most common cause of death among NCAA varsity athletes after accidents. [ more ]

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Compatibility in Relationships: What Is It, Importance, Early Signs, And More

Compatibility in a relationship revolves around shared values, communication styles, long-term goals, emotional connection, sense of humor, and physical attraction.

Importance of compatibility extends beyond romantic relationships to familial, friendship, and work relationships, impacting similarities, goals, values, and intimacy levels. [ more ]

Medscape

Esketamine Linked to Reduced Postpartum Depression Risk

Irish Independent

Five signs you may be suffering from burnout

Burnout is a prevalent issue with warning signs that shouldn't be ignored.

Recognizing burnout signs is crucial for addressing and managing stress. [ more ]

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Trans boy, 17, who killed himself on mental health ward felt worthless'

Trans youth mental health struggles

Impact of bullying and misgendering on mental health [ more ]

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Things I'm ashamed to admit': TikTok trend driving new level of oversharing

Social media oversharing vs. genuine sharing on platforms like TikTok.

Young people using social media to express genuine struggles and challenges. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

How Following These 5 Practices Saved My Mental Health | Entrepreneur

1. Mental health statistics are concerning, with a significant portion of adults experiencing mental illness yearly.

2. Prioritizing activities that bring joy and fulfillment can greatly impact mental and emotional well-being. [ more ]

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Large Scientific Review Confirms the Benefits of Physical Touch

Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being

Mini-Guide: What Is Choleric Temperament?

Choleric temperament described as irritable yet ambitious and energetic.

Choleric personality strengths include dominance, ambition, self-confidence, and decisiveness. [ more ]

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A new start after 60: meditation cured my insomnia. Now I help others cope

Discovering meditation transformed Ken Lunn's life, enabling him to overcome challenges and find purpose in sharing his experience with others.

Transitioning from a tech career to teaching meditation highlighted the transformative power of mindfulness in improving mental health. [ more ]

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Healthcare discrimination disproportionately harms LGBTQ+ patients' mental health

LGBTQ+ adults face twice the negative healthcare experiences as non-LGBTQ+ adults.

Discrimination in medical settings affects young, poorer, and female LGBTQ+ individuals disproportionately. [ more ]

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The financial, physical and emotional toll of being an unpaid carer | Letters

Unpaid carers face significant financial, physical, and emotional challenges without adequate government support.

Millions of unpaid carers have to cut back on paid work or quit jobs due to caring responsibilities, while facing strict eligibility criteria for carer's allowance. [ more ]

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