Mental Health
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Vocal Biomarkers a Tell for Mental Health Status?
Smartphone app uses eight voice factors — jitter, shimmer, pitch variability, energy variability, and others — to detect mental health.
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First US Adult ADHD Guidelines Finally on the Way?
ADHD is the second-most common psychiatric disorder in adults but mental health professionals report a lack of familiarity with the disorder in...
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Esketamine Linked to Reduced Postpartum Depression Risk
The adverse effects of esketamine on maternal and neonatal health need to be assessed, as well as the long-term cost/benefit ratio of prophylactic...
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Premenstrual Disorders and Perinatal Depression: A Two-Way Street
“Preconception and maternity care providers should be aware of the risk of developing perinatal depression among women with a history of PMDs.”
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Trauma, Racism Linked to Increased Suicide Risk in Black Men
The study showed a direct association between experiences pertaining to threat, deprivation, and racial discrimination during childhood and...
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Will Your Next Prescription Be 20 Minutes of Nature a Day?
Time outdoors has a positive impact on mental health, perception, and well-being and may be gaining ground as a treatment.
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Is Measuring How Many Times Patients Get Screened for Depression Really a Reflection of Good Clinical Care?
Providing a screening may not be appropriate at every visit, especially those that are not routine check-ups or where time is limited.
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For Some MDs, Long COVID Burnout Is a New Reality
Despite depression and burnout, few physicians seek help, fearing tarnishing their reputation or even losing their license.
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Dogs Able to Sniff Out PTSD, Other Trauma, in Human Breath
Proof-of-concept study finds service dogs can detect VOCs related to stress in breath with high accuracy.
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Why We Need to Know About Our Patients’ History of Trauma
Childhood trauma increases risk for chronic conditions; patients’ trauma history should be part of chronic illness evaluation.
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Expert Shares Her Phased Approach to Caring for Patients with Delusional Infestation
“I often tell patients, ‘I will never give up on you if you will never give up on me,’ ” Dr. Jenny Murase said.