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Conveying Hope, Empowering Teens: An Interview With Jessica Schleider

Mad in America

J essica Schleider is a clinical psychologist, researcher, and founding director of the Lab for Scalable Mental Health ( www.schleiderlab.org ). Most recently, she’s the author of Little Treatments, Big Effects: How To Build Meaningful Moments that Can Transform Your Mental Health.

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Day # 153: Insomnia - Assessment

Bullet Psych

This session will include an overview, definitions, a comparison of primary and secondary insomnia, and an assessment framework. Age : Insomnia symptoms can start at any age, but the first episode is more common in young adults. Overall, complaints are more common in middle-age and older adults.

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Selective Mutism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Now Psych

Understanding selective mutism is essential for parents, educators, and mental health professionals who work with children. Understanding Selective Mutism Definition Selective mutism (SM) is a relatively rare anxiety disorder that affects children, and, less commonly, adults.

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Day # 160: Introduction to Substance Use Disorders

Bullet Psych

Addiction and substance use disorders (SUDs) are complex, chronic conditions that impact both brain function and behavior. This post provides an overview of key conceptsfrom definitions and diagnostic criteria to clinical features and management strategies. Adolescents and young adults are more at risk compared to other age groups.