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    What Is Depression?

    Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.

    Depression

    Learn about depression, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to your questions.

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    How Nutrition Impacts Mental Health

    • Patients and Families

    The relationship between nutrition and mental health is a hot topic, and it was the subject of a recent panel discussion at the APA’s online Annual Meeting in early May. A panel of experts reviewed research on the potential roles of nutrition in the causes of, recovery from and potential resilience against psychiatric illness.

    Mental Health Awareness Month

    • Anxiety

    Today, nearly one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of those living with mental illness or a substance use disorder and to help reduce the stigma associated with them.

    Can Mindfulness Help with Pain Management?

    • Healthy living for mental well-being, New research, Treatment

    Many people suffer with chronic pain, and it is a leading cause of disability worldwide. The typical treatment has involved the use of opioids, but they have well-established drawbacks and risks, including the risk of dependence. Many alternatives are being explored and there is increasing research and evidence of the effectiveness of mindfulness interventions in reducing pain.

    8 Step Mental Health Checkup

    • Healthy living for mental well-being, Patients and Families, Public awareness

    We often focus more on treating illnesses, both physical and mental, than on staying healthy. But the absence of mental illness does not necessarily mean good mental health.

    New Podcast Features Conversations with Leading Women Psychiatrists

    • APA Leadership, Public awareness, What APA is Doing For You

    The field of psychiatry has greatly benefited from the contributions of women, who have played a crucial role in advancing research and clinical practice. Women psychiatrists have made significant strides in understanding mental illnesses and developing effective treatments. One such pioneer is Helen Mayberg, M.D., whose groundbreaking work on deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression has transformed the field. Nada Stotland, M.D., a former president of the APA, is another remark

    For Gen Z, A Sense of Purpose and Family Connection Contribute to Happiness

    • Children and Youth, Healthy living for mental well-being, Patients and Families

    Much attention over the past few years has been paid to the challenges, struggles and anxieties of Generation Z (12- to 26-year-olds), but a few recent surveys and studies have focused more on what contributes to Gen Z happiness and life satisfaction.

    Public Health

    APA works to inform policymaking to curb preventable hospitalizations, incarcerations, and suicides. Federal policymaking in many different areas can have a powerful impact on public health and the lives of those with mental illness and substance use disorders.

    Physician Reimbursement & Quality Improvement

    APA strongly supports federal efforts to provide appropriate compensation for psychiatrists, which ensures their ability to provide high-quality care and specialized services for their communities and patients.

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