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Mental Health: The 10 Most Meaningful Advances Since 1996

WEBTo mark Psycom’s 25th anniversary, we solicited input from organizations like the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Psycom's editorial advisory board, and thought leaders across various parts of the mental health field to show you how far …

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The Top 25 Mental Health Articles

WEBAt that time, the number of adults with depression in the United States tripled—jumping from 8.5% pre-pandemic to 27.8% during the height of the coronavirus. New research from Boston University School of Public Health reports that the elevated …

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Trauma: Types, Causes, Resources, and Treatment

WEBThere are three types of trauma— acute, chronic, or complex. Acute trauma is a single event that caused distress or put you in danger. Acute trauma can include a car accident or a natural disaster. Chronic trauma is repeated exposure to a dangerous or …

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List of Hotlines for Mental Health Help

WEBCalling 988 will connect you to a crisis counselor regardless of where you are in the United States. 911 Emergency. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI, or text “HELPLINE” to 62640. Both services available between 10 a.m. …

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How Helping Others Can Improve Your Mental Health

WEBThe Feel-Good Effect. Taryn Fernandes, MD, a supervising physician at MEDvidi (an online mental health treatment center), explains, “ Studies have shown that helping others can decrease cortisol, the stress hormone, while increasing oxytocin, …

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Mental Health and Wellbeing

WEBThe Benefits of Getting Dirty. Gardening is good for your head and your heart. Here’s what to know and why it matters. Learn how to improve your mental health and wellbeing with these articles from our expert writers, therapists, and mental health professionals.

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How A Good Night's Sleep Improves Your Mental Health

WEBSocial rhythm therapy supports the implementation of regular, daily routines that can help recover the biological circadian rhythm process—and as it so happens, sleep is an important part of this. This type of therapy has also been successful in treating …

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Why Mental Health is Important for College Students

WEBDepression and anxiety are on the rise for college students. A national survey published in 2023 showed that of 96,000 U.S. students across 133 campuses during the 2021-22 academic year, 44% reported symptoms of depression, 37% said they …

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Why We Need To Stop Judging Mental Illness

WEBResearch has shown that having a strong support network can promote resilience and help people manage stress during difficult times. So why is it that when someone is struggling with mental illness, from the mildest to the most severe forms, …

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Stigma Around Depression: Types and Reducing the Stigma

WEBSocietal and discriminatory attitudes and beliefs characterize public stigma. The nature and visibility of the illness and its severity affect the level of stigma. Research shows that in general, people fear others with schizophrenia more than someone …

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Anxiety: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment and More

WEBAnxiety disorder is an umbrella term that refers to a category of psychiatric conditions characterized by extreme fear or worry. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of American (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness …

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Mood Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

WEBManic moods are characterized by unusually high energy and mood. Feelings of euphoria are often present. These elevated moods typically last three days or more for most of the day. Classic mania symptoms include talking rapidly and/or excessively, …

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Is There a Connection Between Addiction and Suicide

WEBIndeed, acute alcohol intoxication is present in 30% to 40% of suicide attempts, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, and opioids are present in about 20% of people who die by suicide. Next to depression …

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Sex & Mental Health: Why You Need to Understand the …

WEBThe few studies we have on PCD show a correlation between having a history of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and a higher incidence of PCD, among men and women both. The general idea is that sex—even amazing, enjoyable sex with …

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College Athletes and Mental Health: Why It Matters

WEBA large national survey of college students conducted in 2020 (in collaboration with the University of Michigan) found that nearly 40% experienced depression. One in three reported struggles with anxiety.. For college athletes, this transition can be even …

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Self Admission to A Mental Hospital: What I Wish I Knew

WEBWhat I Wish I Knew Before I Admitted Myself. I've had two inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations in my life—the first when I was 16 and in the juvenile ward. The second, when I was 24 and admitted to the adult ward. I've gleaned some wisdom that …

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