The Hidden Truth About New Year’s and Suicide — Finding Hope and Healing in January
Every January 1, we cheer for a “new beginning,” but for many of us, that day brings with it crushing loneliness or worse. Studies show that suicide rates increase on New Year’s Day, busting the myth that it is a day of celebration for everyone. The New Year can seem
Primary Care Can Play Key Role in Suicide Prevention
NIMH-funded study used universal screening, risk assessment, and safety planning to reduce suicide attempts among adult primary care patients December 30, 2024 • Research Highlight Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States and a major public health problem. Previous research has shown that identifying and helping
Which is Best for You? — Talkspace
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and emotion-focused therapy (EFT) are two therapeutic approaches that can help you improve your mental well-being. Both have unique approaches to addressing mental health issues, but they operate differently and serve different purposes. While CBT focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors, EFT
Neuroprogression: What it is and why you should know about it
by Shivani Kapadia, PharmD, Medical Director of Global Medical Affairs, Neuropsychiatry, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc (OPDC); and Sara Asif Spencer, PharmD, MS, BCGP, Medical Sciences Liaison, Neuropsychiatry, OPDC This post was sponsored and developed by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. Physical, behavioral, and emotional changes may indicate
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A Nation Exhausted: The Neuroscience of Why Americans are Tuning out Politics
“I definitely don’t follow the news anymore,” one patient told me when I asked her about her consumption of political news in the weeks leading up to the 2024 US presidential election. This conversation occurred around the time I spoke to a local TV station about why we watched fewer
As 2024 comes to a close, it is a good time to reflect on the progress made in mental health research over the past year. From groundbreaking studies to groundbreaking treatments, the dedication of mental health researchers and professionals has brought us closer to understanding and addressing the challenges so
Best Mental Health Charities to Donate to This Holiday Season and Beyond
Looking for a last minute gift? I previously wrote a list of the top 10 mental health gifts for someone with bipolar disorder. One of them may be heading your way through Amazon or another source right now. But if you only have a few days left, you might consider
What is brain rot? And why you need to know
the Oxford University Press has announced its Oxford Word of the Year 2024. Of six nominees, including “romantasy”, “brain rot” was the winner. So what is brain rot? And why do you need to know it? Let’s dig deeper. Dr. Grant criticized device manufacturers and content producers for keeping users
Researchers Investigate Potential Treatment for Eliminating HIV from the Brain
December 20, 2024 • Research Highlight Despite decades of research and the availability of antiretroviral drugs, HIV continues to pose a significant health challenge. While these medications can be used to eliminate the symptoms of HIV and prevent its spread to other people, a cure has not yet been found.
Written by Jackie Zimmermann, Manager of Public Education and E-Learning Partnerships MHA and ASU Webinar Content: I Don’t Know How to Take Care of Myself in Stressful Times with Dr. Ruben Parra-Cardona, Bethany Younkers, Dr. Ariana Hoet The holiday season is often marketed as a time of joy and togetherness.
Mens Sana in Corpore Sano: Bridging the Mind-Body Divide in Modern Healthcare
The phrase “healthy men in healthy corpore“(“a healthy mind in a healthy body”) originates from Juvenal’s Satires. This ancient ideal underscores the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, a concept that modern healthcare often neglects. In contrast, physical health and mental are often treated as separate entities, creating a fragmented
Why Loneliness Hurts Sleep More Than Screen Time for Students
Researchers at Oregon State University have found that loneliness is a bigger obstacle to college students getting a good night’s sleep than excessive screen time. Researchers found that while spending 8 to 10 hours a day in front of screens increases the risk of insomnia, loneliness has a much greater
