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Exploding Myths About Schizophrenia: An Interview with Courtenay Harding

Mad in America

T he Vermont Longitudinal Study, which was led by Courtenay Harding, reported on the long-term outcomes of patients discharged from Vermont State Hospital in the late 1950s and early 1960. Her findings, which told of remarkable good outcomes for the majority of the patients in her study, belied conventional beliefs that few people diagnosed with schizophrenia ever recovered.

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More Black teens are in mental health crisis. This church tries to help them heal

NPR - Mental Health

At First Corinthian Baptist Church in Harlem, New York, a therapist was fielding 10 calls a week from parents of teens who needed mental health help. Now the church is part of a national pilot intervention and study to address suicide risk among Black teens. (Image credit: Jos A. Alvarado Jr.

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Federal Agency Dedicated to Mental Illness and Addiction Faces Huge Cuts

The New York Times -- Mental Health

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has already closed offices and could see staff numbers reduced by 50 percent.

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The 5-Year Anniversary of COVID-19

Psychiatric Times

Today marks 5 years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic. These are the psychiatric impacts.

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Mad Camp Europe: My Journey from Ward Violence to Healing and Community

Mad in America

T oday I’m going to tell you a story, or I’m going to tell you at least a part of it. I have to say that it’s not easy writing or talking about this because it is a story that has to do with shame, and especially my shame, shame for things that I did, believing that they were the so-called right thing. But what matters is that it’s a story.

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Not sure where to go next in life? These journal prompts can help you figure it out

NPR - Mental Health

Whether you're thinking about starting a new career or moving to a different city, these exercises can help you make hard decisions with more confidence and clarity.

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The Concept of the Adaptive Personality and the “We-Self”. Relationships and Codependency in Focus

The Online Therapist

There is a notable shift towards more flexible, less traditional interpersonal dynamics, in which people value personal fulfillment over society standards. Today's relationships are more adaptable, digital, and self-centered, emphasizing personal development and emotional freedom above strict structures. These shifts represent a deeper shift in how individuals see love, intimacy, and commitment in the modern era.

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Phase 1 Clinical Trial Launched Examines Safety, Efficacy of Stem Cell Treatment for Parkinson Disease

Psychiatric Times

A new trial is testing a first-of-its-kind stem cell therapy for Parkinson disease, using a patients own reprogrammed cells to restore lost dopamine function.

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VA patients feel the cuts to mental health care, as thousands more layoffs loom

NPR - Mental Health

The Department of Veterans Affairs is forecasting tens of thousands of job cuts in the near future. Patients at the VA say the threat to their care is damaging their mental health.

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“A Return to Freud? New Histories of Psychoanalysis” (UC Berkeley, 20-21 March)

History Psychiatry

March 20-21, UC Berkeley, in-person & live streamed Co-organized by Hannah Zeavin & Ramsey McGlazer Full program below. Registration required,… Read more “A Return to Freud?

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Continuing antipsychotic medication during pregnancy associated with reduced risk of schizophrenia relapse

The Mental Elf

Shuichi Suetani and Sarah Thomas highlight new research from Korea which suggests that antipsychotic medications do seem to help reduce the relapse of schizophrenia in pregnant women. The post Continuing antipsychotic medication during pregnancy associated with reduced risk of schizophrenia relapse appeared first on National Elf Service.

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Protecting Professional Boundaries in the Digital Age

Psychiatric Times

Digital communication is a powerful tool, but without clear boundaries, it can blur the line between education and clinical care, leading to ethical and professional challenges.

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He Was Once the ‘Subway Ninja.’ He Would Like to Explain.

The New York Times -- Mental Health

In the lowest moment of Selwyn Bernardezs life, he attacked a stranger with a sword. It was another transit horror story, but with a different ending.

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New guidance lays out when B.C. doctors can and can’t use involuntary treatment

Global News - Mental Health News

The new guidance is meant to inform healthcare providers on the circumstances under which the Mental Health Act can be used to obtain involuntary treatment for a patient.

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Working on the edge: the therapeutic alliance in suicide prevention

The Mental Elf

Laura Melzer considers a qualitative review of client and therapist perspectives on the therapeutic alliance in the context of psychotherapy for suicidal feelings. The post Working on the edge: the therapeutic alliance in suicide prevention appeared first on National Elf Service.

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Psilocybin Benefits Clinicians Traumatized on Front Line of COVID-19 Pandemic

Psychiatric Times

A single dose of psilocybin was associated with a significant and sustained reduction in depressive symptoms and possible improvement of PTSD and burnout experienced by clinicians from the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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How Can I Avoid Burnout at Work?

The New York Times -- Mental Health

Chronic stress can make you feel cynical about your job. Experts have tips for fighting the feeling.

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“I’m Truly Scared for What This Could Mean”

ADDitude

March 12, 2025 Access to prescription ADHD medication continues to burden and preoccupy patients with ADHD. The prescription stimulant shortage that first disrupted treatment for millions of patients with ADHD two years ago lingers for many. And now, ADDitude readers and others in the mental-health community are worried about losing access to lifesaving medication as the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission investigates the state of childhood chronic disease.

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7 Ways to Get Through Your Midday Slump

Very Well Mind

We all suffer from a midday slump every once in a while. Here are a number of things you can do to overcome them and help prevent them in the future.

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Managing Catatonia: A Case Report From Rural South Africa

Psychiatric Times

Increased awareness of catatonia and its treatment among health care providers, especially in underresourced areas, is essential for improving patient outcomes.

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Lightening Up

The New York Times -- Mental Health

Daylight saving time begins tomorrow, and the days are getting lighter and more expansive. If we want to, we can, too.

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Study: Nicotine, Tobacco Use Linked to Teens’ ADHD Symptom Levels, Treatment

ADDitude

March 10, 2025 Teens with highly symptomatic ADHD face an elevated risk for using e-cigarettes, cigarettes, and tobacco products, and that risk is likely diminished through the use of prescribed ADHD medication, according to a new studypublished in JAMA Network Open. 1 Prior research has established that teens with ADHD are more likely than their neurotypical peers to use nicotine. 2 , 3 , 4 However, this study is one of the first to longitudinally examine whether effective ADHD symptom manageme

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Traumatic brain injury has long-lasting mental health effects, but we need more robust science

The Mental Elf

Lorna Collins considers an umbrella review of health outcomes following traumatic brain injury, which highlights significant evidence gaps in the field. The post Traumatic brain injury has long-lasting mental health effects, but we need more robust science appeared first on National Elf Service.

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Experts Share Top 7 Recommendations for Treating Postpartum Depression

Psychiatric Times

A one-size-fits-all approach does not workeach mothers experience with postpartum depression is unique.

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Book Review: ‘Hypochondria,’ by Will Rees

The New York Times -- Mental Health

What started as a scholarly study becomes, in Will Reess hands, a freewheeling journey into our brains and souls.

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Mastery of Language Could Predict Longevity

Association for Psychological Science (APS)

Everyone ages, but, sometimes, people outlive all predictions. Previous research has uncovered an unlikely factor related to longevity: intelligence (Bckman & MacDonald, 2006; Bosworth & Siegler, 2002). However, intelligence isnt a simple characteristic. There are many traits that contribute to it that can be testedfrom memory to mathematical logic.

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Nutrition and Mental Health: 10 Foods That Boost Your Mood

Lightwork

The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health Your mental health and dietary choices share a powerful bond. Research shows that nutrition plays a crucial role in mental health , directly influencing brain chemistry, emotional well-being, and psychological resilience. Think of your brain as a high-performance engine – it needs premium fuel to function at its best.

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How the Study of Muscarinic Receptors Is Transforming Schizophrenia Treatment

Psychiatric Times

In a survey capturing the lived experiences of individuals with schizophrenia on antipsychotic medications, 27% of participants reported that antipsychotics had done more harm than good.

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¿Cómo puedo evitar el ‘burnout’ en el trabajo?

The New York Times -- Mental Health

Aunque evitar el agotamiento laboral no debera ser solo responsabilidad tuya, hay algunas medidas que puedes tomar para minimizarlo.

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Patients report alarming lack of trust in NHS primary care providers

Department of Psychiatry News

Results of a survey on the level of trust that Black, Asian and ethnic minority patients have with NHS primary care service providers reveal alarming levels of discrimination and mistrust.

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Nature’s healing benefits: breaking down barriers for South Asian communities in the UK

The Mental Elf

Jingni Ma considers a systematic review on the barriers that South Asian people living in the UK can face when trying to access natural green spaces, and the psychological benefits that nature can provide. The post Nature’s healing benefits: breaking down barriers for South Asian communities in the UK appeared first on National Elf Service.

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We Will Remember Dancing: A Message From a Child Shoah Survivor to the Young 10/7 Survivors

Psychiatric Times

Dance/movement therapy has proven to be effective in treating children with trauma, making dance something that can change the way a child develops psychologically.

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How Can I Avoid Burnout at Work?

The New York Times -- Mental Health

Chronic stress can make you feel cynical about your job. Experts have tips for fighting the feeling.

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How Do I Find A Life Coach In Dallas

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether its juggling career goals, personal development, or finding balance. If youre asking yourself, How do I find a life coach? or How to get a life coach that truly understands my needs?, youre not alone. Life coaching has become an essential tool for people looking to gain clarity, boost confidence, and unlock their full potential.

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5 Ways Trauma Changes Your Brain and Body (And How You Can Start Taking Back Control)

Anxiety & Depression Association of America

Trauma has a way of leaving its marknot just in your memories but in the way your brain and body work every day. Lets explore five distinct ways trauma affects youand what that might look like in your life.

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Missing White Woman Syndrome: Psychiatrists and Societal Bias

Psychiatric Times

Psychiatry has a lot to learn from the case of Gabby Petito.

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Early Signs of Autism in Babies Every Parent Should Know

Very Well Mind

In this article, well look at just how young those signs of autism can appear, what they are, and what supports are available for autistic babies and children.

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