Anxiety Disorders
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Heroes: Nurses’ sacrifice in the age of COVID-19
“Imagine spending an entire year laboring through the heavy task of lifting patients to prone them in a position that may save their lives,” said...
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Being in the now
A formal mindfulness meditation practice can decrease anxiety and depression in some clinical populations, said Dr. Dana L. Collins.
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Psychiatrists’ happiness, well-being hit hard by COVID-19
Fifteen percent of psychiatrists who are burned out, depressed, or both have contemplated suicide.
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Emerging research shows link between suicidality, ‘high-potency’ cannabis products
The number of marijuana dispensaries in Colorado outnumbers Starbucks locations and McDonald’s restaurants in the state, said Dr. Paula D. Riggs...
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How does an emotionally drained workforce move on post pandemic?
“We have to take care of our patients, our colleagues, and ourselves,” said Dr. Carol A. Bernstein. “It’s a lot.”
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COVID-19: Helping patients overcome what might feel like an existential crisis
Mental health professionals have a lot of work to do, said Dr. Robert T. London.
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Delusional infestation surges during COVID-19 pandemic
Experts weigh in on management of this challenging disorder marked by tenacious false beliefs.
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Cannabis tied to self-harm, death in youth with mood disorders
“We need to be aware of the perception that cannabis use is harmless, when it’s actually not,” said Dr. Cynthia Fontanella.
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Kids already coping with mental disorders spiral as pandemic topples vital support systems
The issues cut across socioeconomic lines – affecting families with private insurance, as well as those who receive coverage through Medicaid.
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Pandemic binge-watching: Is excessive screen time undermining mental health?
Watch for the impact of too much screen time on sleep, say Dr. Richard W. Cohen and Ms. Nancy S. Cohen.
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Give women's mental health a seat at the health care table
Many psychiatrists-in-training are hungry for this knowledge, say Dr. Nicole Leistikow, Dr. Jennifer L. Payne, and Dr. Lauren M. Osborne.