Category: Mental health
Oregon’s Shortage of Psychiatric Beds Puts Civilly Committed Patients at Risk
Article: A recent study by the nonprofit Treatment Advocacy Center has uncovered a critical issue in Oregon's healthcare system: a severe shortage of psychiatric beds[more...]
Ohio State University Launches SOAR Study to Tackle Mental Health Crisis
The Ohio State University (OSU) has recently launched a groundbreaking research initiative in collaboration with Gov. Mike DeWine to address the persistent epidemic of emotional[more...]
Addressing Mental Health Beyond Blue Monday
The recent passing of Blue Monday has prompted discussions about the impact of winter on mental health. While often considered the most melancholic day of[more...]
Debunking Blue Monday: Is It Really the Most Depressing Day of the Year?
The infamous "Blue Monday," often hailed as the most depressing day of the year, has been an annual talking point for many. However, as the[more...]
Blue Monday: Understanding the Most Depressing Day of the Year
Article: Today, January 15, 2024, is famously known as "Blue Monday," regarded as the most depressing day of the year. The term gained traction in[more...]
Perinatal Depression Linked to Higher Risk of Suicide and Mortality in Women
A pair of international studies conducted in Sweden have revealed that women who experience depression during pregnancy or the perinatal period have an elevated risk[more...]
Nordic Practices for Beating the Winter Blues
As the days grow shorter and daylight becomes scarce, many Americans are turning to Nordic practices to find balance and joy in the face of[more...]
The Impact of Seasonal Changes on Mental Health
As the seasons change, so do our behaviors and decisions. The impact of seasonal changes on our mental health is often underestimated. A recent scientific[more...]
Man with Schizophrenia Missing for Three Weeks after St. Louis Nursing Home Closure
A 61-year-old man with schizophrenia, Frederick Caruthers, is still missing three weeks after the St. Louis nursing home where he lived abruptly closed. The Missouri[more...]
Senator John Fetterman opens up about mental health struggles and recovery
In a deeply personal interview with Kristen Welker on NBC's Meet the Press, Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania spoke candidly about his battle with mental[more...]
