Decoding the Mind: Basic Science Revolutionizes Treatment of Mental Illnesses
In this Director ’s Message guest authored by the Division of Neuroscience and Basic Behavioral Science, learn about NIMH's investments in basic neuroscience, genetics, and behavioral research that have helped improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - March 21, 2024 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
From Breakthroughs to Best Practices: How NIMH Transforms Research Into Real-World Care
In this guest-written Director ’s message, the Division of Services and Intervention Research (DSIR) describes notable successes in bridging the gap between basic and clinical science and impacting real-world public health practices and policies. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - February 26, 2024 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Inspiring, Training, and Supporting the Next Generation of Researchers
NIMH plays a pivotal role in training the next generation of researchers. The institute's Training Team leads these efforts through research, training, and career development opportunities that support hundreds of new and established researchers each year across the country and worldwide. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - January 25, 2024 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Supporting HIV Research From Cell to Society
Did you know that NIMH ’s 75 years of mental health research includes over 40 years of HIV research? Learn about NIMH's investments in HIV research in this guest-written Director's message from NIMH's Division of AIDS Research. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - December 1, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Going Global: Advancing Mental Health Research Around the World
In this guest-written Director ’s Message, the NIMH Center for Global Mental Health Research and Global Mental Health Team highlight NIMH-supported advances that span continents, transcend boundaries, and transform lives. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - November 15, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
NIMH ’s Infrastructure Investments: Paving the Road to Discovery
Investments in the infrastructure of science are critical drivers of discovery. In this guest-written Director ’s Message, the NIMH Office of Technology Development and Coordination describes the three core components of infrastructure they oversee that move forward the mental health research funded by NIMH. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - October 18, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
From Lab to Clinic: The Power of Translational Research for Mental Health
Translational research bridges the gap between basic science and impactful mental health solutions. In this guest-written Director ’s Message, the NIMH Division of Translational Research discusses past successes, current projects, and future directions of this critical area of work. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - September 18, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Celebrating NIMH ’s 75 Years
In this Director's Message, Dr. Gordon spotlights NIMH ’s 75th Anniversary and opportunities to celebrate and reflect on the impacts of NIMH-supported research throughout the coming year. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - August 30, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Supporting the Mental Health Needs of Hispanic and Latino Youth
This Minority Mental Health Month, Dr. Gordon highlights NIMH efforts to understand and support the diverse mental health needs of Hispanic and Latino youth. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - July 10, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Mental Health Equity
This Juneteenth, Dr. Gordon reflects on the persistent mental health disparities experienced by Black Americans and what NIMH is doing to try to reach the goal of true mental health equity. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - June 19, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Making an IMPACT on Precision Medicine in Psychiatry
In this Director ’s message, Dr. Gordon introduces the Individually Measured Phenotypes to Advance Computational Translation in Mental Health (IMPACT-MH) initiative. This new groundbreaking NIMH initiative aims to change the game for precision medicine in psychiatry. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - May 9, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Autism Awareness Month: The Power of Community
In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, Dr. Gordon highlights the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee and the power of community in pushing the field forward. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - April 10, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Brain Science for Everyone — Including You
This Brain Awareness Week, Dr. Gordon shows that it is not only scientists who can study the brain —you can too, in your backyard, classroom, or even on a hiking trail near a waterfall! (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - March 13, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
Supporting Kids ’ Mental Health During COVID-19
In this jointly written Director ’s Message, Dr. Gordon and Dr. Rachel L. Levine, HHS Assistant Secretary for Health, describe the mental health impacts of the COVID pandemic on children and what we can do to support kids during this difficult time. (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - February 14, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
A Milestone in Mapping the Brain
In this Director ’s message, Dr. Gordon and Dr. Koroshetz, director of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, discuss the first major product to result from the Brain Initiative Cell Census Network, a comprehensive description of the cell types in the motor cortex of mice, monkeys, and humans . (Source: NIMH Directors Blog)
Source: NIMH Directors Blog - February 14, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Authors: National Institute of Mental Health Source Type: blogs
