First Digital Treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder Cleared by the FDA
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted clearance to Big Health’s DaylightRx, a prescription digital therapeutic that delivers cognitive behavioral therapy to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in patients aged 22 and older. DaylightRx is the very first FDA-cleared digital treatment for GAD. This digital therapeutic can be ordered by a licensed health […]
Stress Can Increase Biological Age—But It Can Be Reversed, Study Finds
As we begin learning more about healthy aging and longevity, one thing has become demonstrably clear: we can influence our biological age through dietary and lifestyle changes. And according to research published in the journal Cell Metabolism, stress is one lifestyle factor that shouldn’t be left out of the longevity conversation. Here’s what they found. […]
A ‘brutal’ reality: For Travellers, mental illness remains a stigma that can lead to spiralling problems
When Michael Francis Ward was initially incarcerated, he was 11 years old. He claimed that because he was a Traveler, he frequently experienced discrimination as a student. He was bullied at school and told he couldn’t play GAA at the neighborhood club. He claimed that as a result, he became extremely worried about people, education, […]
Australian teenagers’ mental health problems linked to vaping, study finds
A recent study indicated that Australian high school pupils who exhibit signs of severe melancholy or poor wellbeing are twice as likely to have experimented with vaping. Experts stated that the survey indicated a fifth of students in years 7 and 8 had moderate to severe signs of depression, highlighting the need for early intervention […]
Extra cash for mental health would help UK more than new roads, study says
An academic investigation found that investing more money in mental health services would have a greater positive impact on the country’s economic growth and well-being than constructing new roads. The London School of Economics (LSE) paper makes the case that Whitehall has to reconsider its approach to spending decisions and put more of an emphasis […]
For People With Cancer, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Eases Depression and Anxiety
A recent comprehensive study discovered that cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) enhances the mental well-being and quality of life for cancer patients and survivors. All cancer types benefited from these interventions; however, younger patients and in-person sessions seemed to have a greater effect than virtual ones. The most recent research supports the notion that CBT can […]
Meeting the mental health care needs of Veterans
The need for mental health services for veterans is rising in San Antonio, as the city is among the most rapidly increasing for veterans in the nation. The Licensed Professional Mental Health Counsellor (LPMHC) internship program at South Texas VA not only fills that demand, but it also fortifies VA internally. The internship program started […]
Lansing man to walk thousands of miles for mental health
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – There is a Mid-Michigan man with a long journey ahead of him as he plans to walk thousands of miles for charity. His name is Woody Ellis and he is looking to get the word out about the importance of taking care of your mental health. “I’m committing to 2,000 miles […]
Surgeon general warns parents are facing dangerous levels of stress
The surgeon general of the United States is cautioning that fathers and mothers experience dangerously high amounts of stress, which can be detrimental to one’s mental health. Dr. Vivek Murthy expressed his gratitude for becoming a father in a Wednesday advisory, but he also mentioned how challenging it is for him to parent both himself […]
Just 10 Minutes of Mindfulness Per Day Enhances Mental Health and Motivates Healthier Habits
In a new study published in the British Journal of Health Psychology, researchers from the Universities of Bath and Southampton have found that just 10 minutes of daily mindfulness practice can significantly enhance mental well-being. This brief daily practice, facilitated through a free mobile app called Medito, was found to reduce symptoms of depression and […]