New Research Links Gun Violence Exposure to Higher Rates of Depression and Suicidal Ideation
For decades, politicians and gun lobbying organizations have perpetuated the notion that mental health issues drive mass violence. A new study is challenging that narrative, though, showing that, rather than causing acts of violence, exposure to gun violence increased rates of depression among respondents and led to higher use of mental health services. The study, […]
LIMA — The Mental Health & Recovery Services Board of Allen, Auglaize and Hardin Counties has launched a new podcast called “We Care Conversations.” The monthly podcast features conversations with guests about mental health, recovery and the stigmas that keep people from getting help.
Being part of a community can make life feel more meaningful and enjoyable, help us feel happier and safer, and improve our mental health. Read our 10 tips on how to get involved in your community.
The Challenges of Male Friendships #theschooloflife
Why are male friendships so hard? This film explores the psychology of masculinity and the barriers to intimacy between men. Can we redefine what it means to...
How to Teach Your Child to Identify Fact from Fiction
It’s not easy to spot truth from fiction these days. Just like us, our teens also have trouble assessing the credibility of online information. In a Stanford University study involving nearly 8,000 U.S. students, researchers found that:
More than 80 percent of middle schoolers believed that an advertisement labeled as sponsored content was a news
3 Ways To Build Your Personal Support Network For Improved Mental Health
Having a healthy personal support network is vital to ensure your mental well-being. Individuals with healthy support systems are less depressed and anxious, have...
How parents can play a key role in the prevention and treatment of teen mental health problems
Nearly 1 in 5 US teenagers battle depression. But parents can help by communicating openly, creating a behavior contract and finding low-pressure opportunities to interact with their teen.
Discrimination exposure found to raise anxiety, depression risks among racial and ethnic groups
A new study found that more than half of US adults encounter some form of discrimination, and that this mistreatment may fuel higher chances of depression and/or anxiety among specific racial and ethnic groups due to cultural, social, and systemic factors.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a well-known mental health condition that arises from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. However, a lesser-known but equally significant condition, Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), occurs when an individual endures prolonged or repeated trauma, particularly in interpersonal contexts. Understanding the distinction between PTSD and C-PTSD, recognizing symptoms, and exploring treatment options […]
The Complex Grief of Ambiguous Loss: Losing Someone Who is Still Present
Ambiguous vs. Unambiguous Loss When I looked into my loved one’s eyes during one of her first manic episodes, I did not recognize the eyes staring back at me. Equally heartbreakingly, I felt that she did not recognize me. And so it began: a cycle of highs and extreme lows, agitation and depression, characteristic of […]
Medicaid recipients struggle to find mental health care. Looming cuts could make it harder.
Charmeka Newton, a psychologist who has her own practice in Lansing, Michigan, is passionate about serving Black and Hispanic patients. They’re often looking for therapists who will understand how their
Forgiveness should not be seen nor pushed as a requirement for those healing from trauma. Trauma psychotherapist, Amanda Ann Gregory, delves into this topic in...