Mental Health
Latest News
Preventive services coalition recommends routine anxiety screening for women
“The problems created by untreated anxiety can impair function in all areas of a woman’s life,” according to researchers.
From the Journals
New guidance to help manage OCD during COVID-19
Statement emphasizes the importance of using pharmacotherapy as a first-line approach and offering psychoeducation.
Opinion
Consider the stresses experienced by LGBTQ people of color
Stigmatized minority groups face chronic stressors that lead to physical and emotional responses, affecting long-term health outcomes.
From the Journals
Cognitive-behavioral therapy a standout for better immune function
"More research needs to be done to determine how the present findings might be translated into treatment options or public policy," said Dr....
Commentary
Addressing suicide prevention among South Asian Americans
There is a need to build capacity in the provision of culturally appropriate mental health services, said Mr. Kaleka.
Conference Coverage
New long-term data for antipsychotic in pediatric bipolar depression
Up to 2 years of treatment with lurasidone was associated with continued improvement in depressive symptoms, the investigators reported.
News from the FDA/CDC
Mental health visits account for 19% of ED costs
Anxiety and fear-related diagnoses are the most costly mental and substance use disorders in emergency departments.
Latest News
COVID-19: Where doctors can get help for emotional distress
“So many physicians have called me crying. ... They can’t even come home and get a hug.”
Latest News
Irritability strongly linked to suicidal behavior in major depression
The association between irritability and suicidality was two to 11 times stronger than the link to overall depression, the investigators reported...
Commentary
Include a behavioral health specialist in ADHD evaluations
Unless these other problems are addressed, treatment focused only on ADHD often yields suboptimal results.
Applied Evidence
Leveraging CAM to treat depression and anxiety
Conventional medications and psychotherapy are still first-line treatments, but certain complementary and alternative strategies have value as...