The Research brief It is a short excerpt from an interesting academic work. The big idea People who breathe polluted air experience changes within the areas of the brain that control emotions, and as a result, they may be more likely to develop anxiety and depression than those who breathe cleaner air. These are the … Read more
We are at a pivotal moment in terms of child support right now. The systems designed to help them are reaching breaking point. As a social worker, I am acutely aware of the mental health crisis we face. Medical and public health systems, and the service providers who operate in them, are struggling to meet … Read more
One in eight seniors in Canada, according to large-scale recent research of more than 20,000 people, has had their first exposure to Depression during an epidemic. The statistics were significantly worse for people who had previously suffered from depression. Nearly half of these residents (45 percent) reported having developed depression by the fall of 2020. … Read more
This Thanksgiving, college students across the country are taking a temporary break from classes to celebrate at home with family and friends. However, for students experiencing suicidal thoughts and other serious mental health issues, some may be asked not to return to campus. Colleges across America have it greatly decreased Despite their COVID-19 restrictions, the … Read more
Singaporeans have become more family-oriented and aware of their personal relationships with their families and loved ones as a result of the pandemic, according to a survey by Blackbox Singapore and FWD Insurance. (Photo: Getty Images) A survey showed that Singaporeans have become more family-oriented and aware of their personal relationships with their families and … Read more
If you’re struggling this holiday season, you’re not alone. Here’s how you can help loved ones who are suffering, and here’s what to do to prepare for a difficult holiday. Hannah Rohoff Difficult news both domestically and across the country this week dampened the exhilarating start to the year-end holiday season. If you’re spending time … Read more
Silhouette of a production in progress on a white stage. GT Mental health has begun to be treated with more importance over the past decade. Charities, non-profit organizations, and campaigns were launched around the world as we began to realize as a society that mental health is just as vital as physical health. Usually at … Read more
The Salt Lake City Police Department released body cam images Tuesday that show the officers Shooting and seriously wounding a man November 8 After a mental health outreach team contacted the police for support. The 37-year-old man who was injured in the shooting appears to live in the detached garage of the Sugar House near … Read more
Employee assistance programs are usually very boring. For a few decades now, employers have paid EAP providers to operate phone lines that their employees can call if they need support with personal issues. The idea is to offer some short-term support — a handful of counseling sessions, for example — to help employees deal with … Read more
Cityblock Health isn’t pausing its growth as a recession looms. CEO Toyin Ajayi said the startup wanted to take more patients and expand into new states in 2023. The startup is also considering acquisitions that could help it coordinate sponsorships. With the market down, investors have been telling startups so Pump the brakes. But Cityblock … Read more
