Sleep is a big deal. It's not just about feeling tired or groggy. For adults with long-term health issues, poor sleep can lead to some serious problems. It can make people think about harming themselves and it can also make them use healthcare services more often. This is not just about feeling a bit down. It's about serious mental health struggles that can make lif...
In Victoria, Australia, a study dug into what stresses might push someone towards suicide. The researchers looked at 553 adults who took their own lives in 2013. They wanted to see if certain stresses were more common in the year before these deaths. The study found that mental health issues were a big red flag for suicide across all ages and genders. It was a clear...
People with mental health issues often end up needing emergency care. Ambulance services are there to help anyone, at any time, in any place. This means they deal with a wide range of situations, including mental health crises. The job of an ambulance crew is to provide care and treatment to people who have sudden health problems or injuries. This happens 24/7, no ma...
Ever wondered who is liable if psychiatrists are unable to prevent their patients from committing suicide? Let's examine the diverse laws around the world about a psychiatrist's legal responsibilities regarding suicide. Countries have different approaches to suicide as a crime. Some countries still have penalties for suicide attempts or help in other cases. Sud...
The mental health of young people has been a serious concern since the mid-1900s. Most mental illnesses pop up before a person turns 25. Things have gotten worse in the last 20 years. The issue is not just about people being more aware or getting better diagnoses. It is a real crisis. Young people today face a lot of pressure. Social media, school, and life in gener...
. People struggling with severe mental health troubles face a challenging reality; they typically develop long-term physical health issues, such as blood sugar trouble and heart problems. Massive amounts of evidence detail the sad truth of worse life expectancy for those with these severe mental health troubles. Let's look closer at chronic kidney...
In the chilly December of 1973, a unique drama hit British TV screens. Nemone Lethbridge's play "Baby Blues" aired on the BBC as part of their influential "Play for Today" series. This wasn't your usual television fare; it delved into topics that society often whispered about, like infertility, caesarean births, and even the unthinkable: infanticide and suicide. The ...
Psychosis is a complex mental health issue that hits low- and middle-income countries the hardest. Surprisingly, they often have less access to medical help. This study looked into how people dealing with psychosis in rural Uganda find their way to treatment. The focus was on what affects their choices for getting help. The research involved people with psychosis, t...
Vivien Leigh, known for her starring role in "Gone with the Wind, " was no stranger to drama both on and off screen. She was famous for playing troubled characters, but her real life was just as complex. In 1953, she took on a role as a "normal" woman in the movie "Elephant Walk, " only to face a mental breakdown shortly after. Leigh was already a two-time Oscar win...
In late 2023, a young man named Morgan Duncan disappeared from Columbia's Springtree Apartments. Morgan, who was 27, had been battling schizophrenia since his college days. His remains were found scattered in the woods and near a storm drain, stirring a community to action. Morgan's mother, LaTanza Duncan, is determined to make sure her son's death isn't in vain. She...