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How a Los Angeles camp made space to let kids be kids after the wildfires

NPR - Mental Health

After the wildfires destroyed homes and disrupted routines, many parents saw behavioral shifts in their kids. Some families found support in a camp designed to help kids affected by natural disaster.

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More Than Half of top 100 Mental Health TikToks Contain Misinformation, Study Finds

Mad in America

From The Guardian : “People are increasingly turning to social media for mental health support, yet research has revealed that many influencers are peddling misinformation, including misused therapeutic language, quick fix solutions and false claims. What is the most common mental health misinformation on TikTok? Those seeking help are confronted with dubious advice, such as eating an orange in the shower to reduce anxiety; the promotion of supplements with a limited evidence base for alle

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Women With ADHD: The Difference Diagnosis and Treatment Can Make in Quality of Life

Psychiatric Times

Busy Philipps and Ann Childress, MD, explore the unique challenges women face in ADHD diagnosis, highlighting personal stories and the importance of treatment.

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Health Risks From Cannabis May Grow as Users Age

The New York Times -- Mental Health

More older people are using cannabis products regularly, but research suggests their cannabis-related health problems are also on the rise.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Associate Professors appointed to the Department of Psychiatry

Department of Psychiatry News

Four Associate Professors have been appointed in the most recent Recognition of Distinction round.

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The Role of Hope in Treatment and Specific Interventions to Build Hope

Psychiatric Times

Cultivating hope in therapy enhances resilience and empowers patients to overcome mental health challenges and achieve their goals.

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You Don’t Know Yourself as Well as You Think You Do

Association for Psychological Science (APS)

… It can also feel like a vital part of life, as though if youre not seeking self-understanding, youre missing out. (Our old pal Socrates also said: The unexamined life is not worth living.) If you havent noticed how pervasive this message is in society, just pay attention for the next few days, Rebecca Schlegel , a Texas A&M University social psychologist, told me.

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Open Label Phase 3 Study of Brilaroxazine for Schizophrenia Shows Efficacy, Tolerability

Psychiatric Times

The RECOVER open label trial demonstrated positive results for brilaroxazine for schizophrenia.

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Why Electrolytes Might Be a Better Energy Boost Than Your Afternoon Coffee

Very Well Mind

In comparison to a regular cup of coffee, electrolyte drinks may be more effective in restoring true energy, too, especially in the long term. But could it replace coffee altogether?

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Are circadian rhythms the key to understanding our physical and mental health?

The Mental Elf

Amy Ferguson discusses the latest research exploring the role of our circadian rhythms on our health, looking at different variants in the BMAL1 gene. The post Are circadian rhythms the key to understanding our physical and mental health? appeared first on National Elf Service.

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6 Ways To Boost Your Mood That Don’t Involve Exercise

The London Psychiatry Centre

If you have ever expressed to a friend, family member or even a coworker that youre feeling low, youve probably heard that all too familiar advice: Why dont you just go for a walk? While this is likely said with good intentions, its not always helpful. Fortunately, there are many other ways to boost your mood which dont involve exercise ! Dr Manan Thakrar , Consultant Psychiatrist at The London Psychiatry Centre, says, Talking to someone about your mental health can make you feel very vulnerable

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“If You Only Read One ADHD Parenting Book, I Would Recommend…”

ADDitude

“Cherish every day.” “Time, stop.” “They grow up too fast.” If these tired (but undying) parenting tropes trigger a hidden rage or sadness inside of you, you might have a child with ADHD. Because, no, every day should not be held dear. And some moments can’t pass by quickly enough. And accelerated maturation is typically not the problem.

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Why Are We So Afraid of Aging?

Very Well Mind

Learn why a fear of aging (gerascophobia) is so common especially in our modern world. Mental health experts discuss historical and cultural influences, psychological aspects, and how technology affects our perceptions of aging. Plus, get coping tips for aging-related fears.

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What Is Functional Psychiatry? A Holistic Approach to Mental Health in Texas

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

Mental health is more than just brain chemistry, its deeply intertwined with your biology, lifestyle, and environment. This is where functional psychiatry steps in. Unlike conventional models that often focus on symptom management, functional psychiatry aims to uncover and address the root causes of mental health challenges. In Texas and beyond, functional psychiatry clinics are gaining traction among individuals seeking more personalized, holistic mental health care.

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The Psychiatrist Ethics of “Take Care of Yourself and Each Other”

Psychiatric Times

Although medical ethics prioritizes the patient, should the clinician get more equal consideration?

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Marching through time: Intersections of queer activism and mental wellbeing  

Centre for Mental Health

I remember my first Pride March. It was the last weekend in June, 1990. I was 20 and I had only come out a few months before. We were all there, my troupe of queer university friends, and me. We met at Mile End tube station at 11AM and I was bouncing around on the balls of my feet and shrieking. Happy Pride! It felt like Christmas. We hadnt intentionally coordinated our outfits, but we looked pretty much the same.

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Presenting Our June Theme: Diversity

Psychiatric Times

Championing diverse voices: check out our June theme! We want to hear about your insights, tips, and case studies.

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An Urgent Call for Safe Reporting of Suicide in Vietnam

Asian Journal of Psychiatry

Publication date: Available online 1 June 2025 Source: Asian Journal of Psychiatry Author(s): Josh Nguyen

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Elderly Patients Who Stop Antipsychotics Have Better Outcomes

Mad in America

A new study found that elderly patients who stop taking antipsychotic drugs (after receiving them for behavioral control in the hospital) have better outcomes than those who continue taking the drugs. Those who discontinued antipsychotics (APMs) had lower rates of rehospitalization, delirium, dangerous falls, urinary tract infections, and death. These findings underscore the importance of reevaluating the need for ongoing APM use and support the use of APMs for the shortest possible duration to