Anxiety, PTSD and depression can increase heart attack risk in people under 40
A study found people with mental health disorders were up to three times more likely to experience heart health concerns. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - May 9, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

AI could help reduce military suicides, nonprofit hopes
Black Box Project is an initiative that will use artificial intelligence to look for patterns in data from the devices of people who die by suicide. NPR, 5/2 (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - May 2, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Surgeon general lays out framework to tackle loneliness and mend the social fabric of our nation
In people of all ages, loneliness is associated with higher risks of issues including heart disease, dementia, addiction, suicidality, and self-harm. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - May 2, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Pro sports unions unite to discuss importance of mental health
Six of the major professional sports unions are working together to promote mental health awareness and provide resources. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - May 1, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Spring cleaning can make you happier and more productive
Having a clean house can have positive effects on your mental health. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 28, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Hate crimes poised to surge during the 2024 presidential campaign
A coalition of human rights organizations is warning that the presidential election is once again poised to give rise to an increase in hate crimes. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 27, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

What & apos;s the difference between stress and anxiety?
According to mental health experts, the words have different meanings – and one shouldn’t be used in place of the other. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 26, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Your body & apos;s intense reaction to stress, explained
Chronic stress is not natural or healthy. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 23, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Rate of U.S. kids attempting suicide by overdose rose during pandemic
The number of kids who attempted suicide using over-the-counter or easily accessible medications is up sharply (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 21, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Burnout retreats are the latest wellness cure for white-collar wipeout
Cutting-edge medical treatments meet hardcore rest and relaxation at these elite, rehab-style clinics. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 20, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

All about imposter syndrome: Definition, health effects, and coping
Imposter feelings may be incredibly common, experts say, but they can also be very damaging to mental health and well-being. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 18, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Washington used to abhor talking about mental health. No more.
John Fetterman’s return to the Senate brings to a crest a national conversation long in the works. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 17, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Behind the movement to ban kids from social media
Researchers say social media can affect the chemistry of still-developing brains. Yahoo News, 4/14 (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 14, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

100,000 nurses left the workforce due to pandemic-related burnout and stress
Survey findings pose a threat to the US workforce, especially among younger and less experienced nurses. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 13, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

Suicidal ideation has plagued Black people, young girls
The two groups were among those with the highest rates of emergency department visits with such struggles in recent years. (Source: PsycPORT.com)
Source: PsycPORT.com - April 13, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news