A 26-year-old man was taken into custody outside the UnitedHealthcare offices. He had a history of mental health problems and had threatened to open fire at corporate buildings. This was not his first run-in with the law. He already had a felony conviction for making threats. Because of this, he was not allowed to own a gun or ammunition. He also had two ongoing cas...
Mental health issues are often overlooked, but they can affect anyone, anywhere. In Mozambique, a recent investigation shed light on a significant problem: many adults are living with undetected depression and anxiety. This study focused on understanding the extent of these issues and what factors contribute to them. In 2022 and 2023, researchers looked into the m...
For a long time, we've known that people with severe mental health issues don't live as long as the rest of us. But what about those living in a huge, diverse city like New York City? That's a different story. Let's dive into the numbers. Adults 18 and up with serious mental illness (SMI) in NYC had a harsh reality. They died younger and lost more years of potentia...
Syrian refugees, displaced by ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts, often face severe mental health issues like post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and grief. A group of researchers reviewed 22 studies from different databases to understand what psychotherapeutic interventions work best. These studies showed a high need for mental health support due to the refuge...
Being a dental professional can be tough. The job demands high precision and strong patient trust, which can be stressful. So, how are future dental professionals—UK dental students—handling this pressure? Let's dive into a review that explores the prevalence and incidence of stress among these students. This paper doesn't just look at the numbers; it digs deeper int...
You might think that a parent's mental health struggles always hurt their kids, but it turns out that timing matters a lot. A recent study found that kids whose parents faced mental health issues early on were more likely to have serious mental health problems later in life. This isn't just about whether parents have mental health issues, but when these issues start....
The reunion tour of Jane's Addiction has come to an abrupt end, with the remaining 15 dates canceled due to a pattern of behavior and mental health difficulties of lead singer Perry Farrell. This shocking turn of events has sent fans into a tailspin, with many wondering what could have gone so wrong. At the heart of the issue is a heated on-stage altercation between...
In a groundbreaking move, Woman's Hospital in Baton Rouge is set to open the first inpatient perinatal mental health unit in Louisiana. This pioneering initiative aims to provide much-needed support for women grappling with mental health issues during and after pregnancy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one in five women experience...