Let's take a closer look at how religion and coping methods influence how undergraduate African American college students in the South perceive their mental health. Scientists conducted a study at a big public university in the South to understand these connections better. They brought together 131
When it comes to making decisions about health services, including those for mothers and newborns, it's crucial to involve everyone affected – service users and other stakeholders. This practice is seen as democratic and open. But, in low- and middle-income countries, there's a gap in understanding
Student-run health clinics are a fantastic way for future allied health professionals to get hands-on experience. These clinics let students practice their skills, gain confidence, and even learn how to manage a clinic. They're a great solution to the problem of finding quality learning opportunitie
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 13-year-old girl named Milana Li was discovered dead in a creek in Washington County, Oregon on May 10, 2022. Just under a mile from her home, her lifeless body was found after a frantic search sparked by her mother’s report of her disappearance. The police deter
Did you know that human trafficking is one of the world's fastest-growing crimes? Healthcare providers often struggle to spot, rescue, and care for victims because they don’t know enough about it. This isn’t good news for the United States, where healthcare professionals need to be more aware. If y
Medical students often struggle with learning from images that only show a few skin colors. Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help by creating tailored images, but there's a problem: most AI training data comes from books that ignore darker skin tones. This means AI-generated images might not show di
Do you remember Selena Gomez's mental health startup, Wondermind? Well, it's been two years since Serena Williams, a tennis legend turned businesswoman, invested $5 million in it. Now, Wondermind is making big waves in the entertainment world. It's teaming up with a well-known media company called F
Imagine a battle over who decides what’s best for kids. That’s what’s happening as the Supreme Court prepares to tackle a case about puberty blockers and hormone treatments for transgender youth. Many conservatives who’ve long fought for parental rights are now divided. Some back Tennessee’s ban on
Imagine a world where therapists can detect mental health problems with greater accuracy. That’s the goal of a recent study that tested a special course on diagnosing mental disorders. The course was taught in many places to see if it could help therapists spot issues without causing harm. Misdiagn
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, TikTok has become a go-to app for both fun and gathering information. It's not just young folks who are using it; older adults are getting in on the action too. Digital tech, with TikTok leading the way, has become a big part of daily life for seniors. While th
