Questions Arise About Accuracy of LGBQ Youth Survey
Potential inaccuracies in CDC high school surveys may have created an exaggerated perception that LGBQ youth engage in risky behaviors.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
As Suicides Rise, 988 Hotline Offers Hope — But Most People Are Not Aware of It
Expert states that the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, substance abuse or mental health problems.
Risk for Suicide Still Elevated for Individuals With Cancer
Elevated risks seen across all sociodemographic groups, with particularly high rates for Hispanics, Medicaid-insured, uninsured.
Clinician’s Duty of Care Not Negated by Patient Suicide, Court Holds
Is a clinician liable for not properly treating a patient who later dies by suicide and kills his family?
Youth Suicides Up With Shortage of Mental Health Professionals
Mental health workforce shortage linked to increased suicide rate and increased youth firearm suicide rate.
Ketamine and Esketamine for Depression: Lessons Learned in Clinical Practice
Researchers who started a ketamine and esketamine service for patients with depression and suicidal thoughts discuss lessons learned.
Long-Term Psychological Effects of COVID-19
In this Director’s Memo, Nikki Kean discusses the long-term cognitive and mental health components of long COVID.
Suicide Awareness During the COVID-19 Pandemic
A 22-year-old man presents to the outpatient office following an overdose of antihistamines and alcohol. He was feeling overwhelmed trying to transition to in-person classes at the university after taking online classes during the COVID-19 lockdown.
What is Needed to Help Men’s Anxiety Care?
Men are far less likely to seek help for their anxiety, both from medical professionals and their loved ones. What is needed to improve mental health outcomes in men with anxiety in terms of additional resources and understanding masculine stigma?
Mental Health Impact of Pandemic-Linked School Closures Explored
Mental health hospitalizations for suicide attempt or self-injury increased 41.7% by fall 2020, with a 49% increase seen among girls.
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