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Education Department stops $1 billion in funding for school mental health

NPR - Mental Health

Congress created the grants in the aftermath of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The goal was to help schools hire mental health professionals, including counselors and social workers.

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Presenting Our May Theme: Psychotherapy

Psychiatric Times

Explore the evolving role of psychotherapy in psychiatry in our May theme! We want to hear about your insights, tips, and case studies.

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“RFK, Jr., Is Spreading a Dangerous, Ignorant Myth About Autism”

ADDitude

May 1, 2025 When Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. calls autism a preventable disease and floats the idea of an autism registry, hes not only spouting fringe opinions. Hes echoing a long and harmful legacy of framing neurodivergent people especially autistic people as broken, burdensome, and in need of fixing. As an autistic adult raising two autistic children, I know firsthand how this rhetoric shapes public perception, policy, and everyday life.

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FDA Filing Fee Waiver for New Drug Application of NRX-100 for Suicidal Depression

Psychiatric Times

NRx Pharmaceuticals secures FDA fee waiver for NRX-100, a preservative-free ketamine aimed at treating suicidal depression, enhancing accessibility for patients.

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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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Rachael Jack Looks Toward Future of Psychological Science as First Editor of Advances in Psychological Science Open

Association for Psychological Science (APS)

APSs new fully open access journal has its first editor: APS Fellow Rachael Jack. Jack began her tenure as editor in chief in February 2025. She is a professor of computational social cognition and head of the Centre for Social, Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience at the University of Glasgow. Her work has been featured in several high-profile outlets, including Annual Review of Psychology , Current Biology , Psychological Science , the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , and Tren

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Overlooked No More: Joyce Brown, Whose Struggle Redefined the Rights of the Homeless

The New York Times -- Mental Health

She successfully challenged her involuntary commitment to Bellevue Hospital in 1987, setting a precedent for homeless people that remains relevant today.

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Maisie Williams Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

Maisie Williams dares to share her story about growing up with anxiety Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built. This May, explore our video library and experience the strength we find when we #DareToShare.

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Beyond Words: Why TalkBank is Crucial for Spoken Language Research

Association for Psychological Science (APS)

Most linguistic datasets focus on written text, but what about the way we actually speak? TalkBank, the worlds largest open-access repository of spoken language, is helping researchers understand everything from child development to dementia, bilingualism, and even classroom learning. In this episode of Under the Cortex, host Ozge Gurcanli Fischer Baum speaks with Brian MacWhinney from the Carnegie Mellon University, who recently published an article in APSs journal Current Directions in Psychol

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“I Felt So Misunderstood.”

ADDitude

I come from a generation that assumed women could not have ADHD, and I felt so misunderstood. Society taught us that girls were caregivers, nurturers, nice, quiet, and pretty. I didnt meet those expectations. Like other girls with ADHD, I mistook my difficulties for character flaws. This set the stage for depression, anxiety, and devastating blows to my self-esteem.

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Should You Tell Your Ex's New Partner That They Cheated on You? Reddit Weighs In

Very Well Mind

Is it OK to tell your ex's new partner that your ex is a cheater? Reddit recently weighed in on one man's experience in letting his ex's new beau in on the secret.

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Potential Success With DBS: Reducing Stigma and Addressing Unmet Need

Psychiatric Times

Neurosurgeon Brian Kopell, MD, discusses the potential of deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression, aiming to reduce stigma and improve patient care.

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LeAnn Rimes Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

LeAnn Rimes dares to share her story about growing up with depression Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built. This May, explore our video library and experience the strength we find when we #DareToShare.

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When Depression Won’t Go Away

The London Psychiatry Centre

Are you struggling because your depression wont go away? Hit a brick wall and out of ideas? Youre not alone. In fact many people diagnosed with major depression have whats known as treatment-resistant depression (TRD). If youve tried self-help strategies and first-line treatments such as antidepressants (at least 2 different antidepressants for a significant amount of time at a significant dose) but you are still experiencing symptoms such as: Low mood Little energy Poor sleep or sleeping too mu

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Life After Chronic Homelessness

The New York Times -- Mental Health

Two years of reporting at a permanent supportive housing building in New York show the successes and limitations of the approach.

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Is Your Job Making You Happy? Insights From New Job Satisfaction Data

Zencare

Published on May 1, 2025 by Zencare Team. What Really Drives Workplace Happiness? At some point, most of us wonder: Does my job actually make me happy? Not just tolerable. Not just stable. But truly satisfying the kind of work that energizes you instead of draining you, where your effort feels meaningful, and you dont count the hours until Friday. That question matters now more than ever.

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LSD, Cocaine, and Alcohol: The Hidden Mental Health Crisis Among Young People

Harmony United Psychiatric Care

The state of youth mental health in 2025 is more complicated than it has ever been. The use of drugs like LSD, cocaine, and alcohol is a symptom and a cause of the crisis, which is characterized by record levels of tension, anxiety, and sadness.

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Psychiatric Times Through the Years: The Last 5 Years in May Covers

Psychiatric Times

Celebrate Psychiatric Times 40th anniversary with a look back at some of our previous covers.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Dr. Deb

Mental Health Awareness Month is a health campaign that enables adults and children to start important conversations surrounding mental health. This month of addressing the importance of mental health lets others share their stories, understand that they are not alone, and seek support without fear of judgment. Reading books on big feelings can be a wonderful way to introduce children to the concept of emotions and mental health in a relatable and accessible way.

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P!nk Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

P!nk dares to share her story Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built. This May, explore our video library and experience the strength we find when we #DareToShare.

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Personalized Recovery for Women | Tailored Therapy Solutions

Lightwork

Women facing addiction require a distinct approach to recovery that addresses their unique experiences and challenges. Personalized recovery programs recognize that women’s paths to healing differ significantly from traditional one-size-fits-all treatment models. Research shows that women often develop substance use disorders through different pathways than men.

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Steve Aoki Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

Steve Aoki dares to share his message about expressing yourself Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built. This May, explore our video library and experience the strength we find when we #DareToShare.

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Mayday! Mayday! Mayday! For our May Day Mental Health

Psychiatric Times

May Day highlights the urgent need to address physician burnout while promoting lifestyle changes for better mental health for everyone.

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Keke Palmer Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

Keke Palmer dares to share her story about living with depression and anxiety Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built.

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Overview of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Psychiatric Times

A panelist discusses how attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as a common neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention and hyperactive-impulsive behavior, affecting approximately 10.5% of children in the US aged 3 to 17 years with higher prevalence in adolescents and boys, highlighting its various symptoms, potential causes including genetic factors, and mentioning upcoming discussions about treatment options and transitioning care from pediatric to adult settings.

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Nikki Reed Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

Nikki Reed dares to share her story about growing up with anxiety Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built. This May, explore our video library and experience the strength we find when we #DareToShare.

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Available Office Space (click to view)

The Maryland Psychiatric Society

Ellicott City for Mental Health Practitioners seeking a professional and inviting space.Amenities: Wi-Fi, copier, fax, waiting rooms, staff kitchen, adequate parking, and handicapped access.AvailableFull/Part time with acomfortable and friendly atmosphere with Active in-office Listserv for referrals and consultations (40-50 current members).Easily accessible via routes 40, 29, 32, 70, and 695.

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Paris Jackson Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

Paris Jackson dares to share her story about growing up with depression Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built. This May, explore our video library and experience the strength we find when we #DareToShare.

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Employment Ads (click to view)

The Maryland Psychiatric Society

Consider a Career in Correctional Psychiatry Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental and physical health services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. We are currently seeking Psychiatrists for onsite positions at correctional facilities in the following locations: Hagerstown Regional Chief Psychiatrist Baltimore Part-Time Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Baltimore Full-Time Adult Psychiatrist Baltimore Part-Time Adult Psychiatrist Westover Full-T

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Elyse Myers Dares to Share

Child Mind Intitute

Elyse Myers dares to share her story about taking time to focus on mental health Speaking openly about mental health is a courageous step toward connection, healing, and hope. The Dare to Share campaign invites parents, kids, and advocates for young people to share short videos about the mental health challenges theyve faced and the resilience theyve built.

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MPS News: May 2025

The Maryland Psychiatric Society

MPS News: May 2025 In This Issue MPS Election Results Free NAMI Conference Tickets 2024 MPS Annual Report MOORE Equity 5K MPS Team April 8 Council Minutes MPS Urges Funding MPS Legislative Recap Maryland News MHAMD Session Summary Member Accomplishments Climate Corner APA News APA March BOT Highlights Medicare Updates Wonodi Award Donations

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And You Thought They Were Side Effects: How Psychiatry Turned Chemical Disruption Into Medical Treatment

Mad in America

“A disease is a condition that people die from or are physically impaired by. Everything else is a human condition.” Thomas Szasz The Language of Deception: How Psychiatry Sells Drugs as Medicine I magine if Tylenol were marketed as a treatment for Pain Sensitivity Disorder, or if caffeine pills were labeled Wakefulness Deficiency Medication.

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Trump Administration Cancels $1 Billion in Grants for Student Mental Health

The New York Times -- Mental Health

Congress authorized the money in a bipartisan breakthrough around addressing gun violence after a shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, killed 19 children and two teachers.

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