Moms helping moms: Postpartum depression eased through peer support program About 1 in 5 U.S. women experience perinatal mental health disorders—including depression and anxiety that can begin during pregnancy and last a year after a child is born. Read More
Study shows a virtual nurse can persuade you to get vaccinated Can a virtual nurse persuade people to get vaccinated? Scientists from SWPS University have proven that it is possible. Finding new forms of informing people about vaccinations is particularly important for public health while some question their validity. Read More
Q&A: What is psychedelic-assisted therapy? The use of psychedelics by people struggling with mental health issues has gotten increased media attention in recent years. Prince Harry told "60 Minutes" he used psilocybin—also known as magic mushrooms—to deal with the grief of losing his mom at age 12. Celebrities including Kristen Bell, Mike Tyson and Seth Rogen have all reported turning to psychedelics for well-being. Read More
New report highlights urgent need for reform in treatment of incarcerated mothers separated from their babies A new report has triggered calls for urgent reform in England and Wales' criminal justice system (CJS) after exposing the severe emotional trauma experienced by incarcerated women who are separated from their babies. Read More
Government should provide more support for people who hoard, say experts Experts from across the U.K. have called on the government to do more to address the growing problem of hoarding. Read More
Suicidality is more prevalent among adolescents exposed to adverse childhood experiences, research finds A recent doctoral dissertation reveals that adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse and neglect, predispose adolescents to suicidality. Girls had a higher risk of a suicidal event occurring during treatment, and suicidality risk screening at intake to behavioral and mental health services failed to predict a large number of suicidal events. Read More
Positive mindset linked to fewer problems related to drinking A person's ability to hold on to positive emotions seems to reduce the risk of problems after drinking, independent of how much alcohol is consumed. Read More
Trajectory of anxiety and depression symptoms during alcohol treatment may predict relapse Researchers have identified anxiety and depression symptom trajectories that may help explain the high relapse rates for people who quit drinking. Read More
Mental health booths inspired by comics improve quality of life for children A UCL-led trial of a new mental health drop-in service for children around England shows significant reductions in emotional and behavioral difficulties, and improved quality of life. Read More
Music therapy could help assess levels of consciousness in brain-injured children Music could provide a breakthrough in assessing consciousness levels in children who have suffered significant brain injuries, according to new research published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology. Read More