Two-century trend of Army suicide decrease during war reversed in past two decades
(Reuters Health) – While army suicides have historically decreased during wartime, that trend appears to have reversed in recent decades,…
Shift work tied to poor mental health
People who work night shifts or varied schedules that disrupt their sleep may be more likely to develop depression than…
Mental health conditions may prompt some women to have ovaries removed unnecessarily
(Reuters Health) – Certain psychiatric conditions may prompt some women to choose to have their ovaries removed even when there…
Weight loss possible with psychiatric drugs
(Reuters Health) – Even overweight and obese people who take certain psychiatric drugs associated with weight gain may be able…
With parents in prison, kids at risk for lasting psychiatric problems
(Reuters Health) – Children who have a parent in prison may be more than twice as likely as other kids…
Restless legs syndrome linked with self-harm and suicide risk
(Reuters Health) – Having a diagnosis of restless legs syndrome may also signal an increased risk for self-harm, suicidal thoughts…
Depression, anxiety rising among U.S. college students
(Reuters Health) – Suicidal thinking, severe depression and rates of self-injury among U.S. college students more than doubled over less…
Gender minority college students at increased mental health risk
(Reuters Health) – Gender minority students in U.S. colleges and universities are four times as likely as other students to…
Mental health issues in Hong Kong surging amid tumultuous protests, experts say
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Stress and trauma over the political turmoil surrounding Hong Kong’s extradition bill has created an unprecedented…
Caregiver depression tied to more ER visits for dementia patients
(Reuters Health) – Dementia patients may go to the emergency room more often when their caregivers are depressed, a recent…
Youth with chronic physical ailments more prone to mental illness
(Reuters Health) – Children and young adults with chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, and ADHD may be more likely to…
Common nerve pain drug linked to suicidal behavior, overdose
(Reuters Health) – A class of medications used for nerve and muscle pain, including the popular drug Lyrica, increases users’…
Common nerve pain drug linked to suicidal behavior, overdose
(Reuters Health) – A class of medications used for nerve and muscle pain, including the popular drug Lyrica, increases users’…
Chronic depression after heart attack tied to increased risk of death
(Reuters Health) – Heart attack survivors with chronic mood disorders may be more likely to die prematurely than their counterparts…
Middle schools can help prevent teen dating violence
(Reuters Health) – Middle schools that offer a comprehensive dating violence prevention program in every grade may have fewer youth…
Higher state minimum wage tied to lower suicide rates
(Reuters Health) – Suicide rates grow more slowly in states that increase their minimum wage, according to a U.S. study…
Taraji P. Henson: ‘I Suffer From Depression’
“Empire” star Taraji P. Henson said she has depression and she’s seeing a therapist about her growing anxiety. In a…
J&J nasal spray gets U.S. approval as first new type of anti-depressant in decades
(Reuters) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday said it approved a Johnson & Johnson nasal spray antidepressant…
Allergan’s add-on treatment for depression fails late-stage studies
FILE PHOTO: The Allergan logo is seen in this photo illustration November 23, 2015. To match special report USA-FDA/CASES REUTERS/Thomas…
No quick fix for physician burnout, depression
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Close to 44 percent of U.S. physicians are burned out, and 15 percent are depressed…
Teen pot users may hallucinate, become paranoid
(Reuters Health) – – More than two in five teens who use marijuana experience psychotic symptoms like hallucinations, paranoia and…
Breast cancer survivors may have lingering mental health effects
(Reuters Health) – – Breast cancer survivors may be more likely to experience anxiety, depression, sleep troubles and other mental…
The Farmers Fighting Rural America’s Mental Health Crisis (HBO)
One night in 1992, farmer Jeff Ditzenberger walked into an abandoned house near his farm in Monroe, Wisconsin and lit…
Mental health crisis could cost the world $16 trillion by 2030
LONDON (Reuters) – Mental health disorders are on the rise in every country in the world and could cost the…
Destiny’s Child’s Michelle Williams Reveals She’s Seeking Mental Health Help
Destiny’s Child legend Michelle Williams candidly discussed her mental health on Tuesday and revealed to her fans that she is…
African American Teens and Depression
African American teens and depression by Trey Smith featuring the overseer of High School Ministries at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.…
Close sibling bonds may protect against harm of family conflict
(Reuters Health) – Strong sibling ties can help buffer adolescents from the stress of witnessing parents’ battles and unresolved conflicts,…
Analyst wins job previously denied over depression
Transport Canada has been ordered to give a Victoria man a job with top-secret security clearance — and compensation as…
A Person’s Risk For Depression Rises If They’re On These Medications: Study
A new study suggests that you should pay special attention if you’re taking any drugs that list depression as a…
Legal denial of service to same-sex couples tied to mental distress
(Reuters Health) – Gay, lesbian and bisexual people living in states where it’s legal to deny services to same-sex couples…
17 Tweets You Need To Read ASAP If You Have Anxiety
Words of encouragement and jokes certainly aren’t a cure when it comes to this type of thinking or anxiety in…
Black Mental Health Matters Episode 1 “Breaking the African American Mental Health Stigma”
In this episode of Black Mental Health Matters we interview Jessica Gaddy who walks us through her journey in overcoming…
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Talks Battling Depression After His Mother’s Suicide Attempt
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is not afraid to open up about his battle with depression. “I reached a point where…
FDA refuses to review Alkermes’ depression treatment, seeks more trials
(Reuters) – Alkermes Plc has been told to conduct more clinical trials of its experimental depression treatment after the U.S.…
Snapping the Chain: Ending Mental Health Stigma in the African American Community
PEERS is dedicated to promoting education and ending stigma around mental health in the African American community. Listen to the…
Black Mental Health Isn’t the Same as White Mental Health
Big Think and the Mental Health Channel are proud to present Big Thinkers on Mental Health, a new series dedicated…
Top-quality nursing homes harder to access with mental health issues
(Reuters Health) – Even people with common and often treatable mental health problems like depression and anxiety may have a…
Terrie Williams on the Stigma That’s Killing African Americans
In the African American community, the stigma against talking about mental health challenges is very real. As a result, many…
6 Facts About African-American Mental Health
Mental illness is not something that can be ignored and does not discriminate. Follow my experience with anxiety on my…