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How Pets Can Protect Cognitive Health in Older Adults
Pets offer a range of benefits for our physical and mental health. Several recent studies add to the list, finding that pet ownership can help slow cognitive decline and prevent dementia in older adults.
¿Qué es el trastorno de estrés postraumático (TEPT)?
¿Qué es el Trastorno de estrés postraumático (TEPT)?
Statement from the CEO Alliance Expressing Disappointment with Lawsuit Challenging 2024 Parity Final Rules
The CEO Alliance for Mental Health, a group of CEOs of the leading organizations dedicated to improving the lives of people with mental health and substance use conditions, is deeply disappointed by the ERISA Industry Committee’s (ERIC’s) decision to sue the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Treasury to stop the 2024 Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) final rule. If successful, this suit poses a setback for the mental health of all Americans, including emplo
Mental Health Services Conference Blog
Get the latest news on sessions, speakers and events at the 2024 Mental Health Services Conference.
Myths and Facts About Mental Health
How are you feeling? Checking in with your emotions might feel strange, especially if you're not used to it. Can you name what you're feeling—happiness, stress, boredom, or something else entirely? Whether you're feeling happy, stressed, bored, or something else, all emotions—positive or negative—are a natural part of being human. However, many people question themselves when life feels overwhelming. The truth is that emotions are normal, and how we navigate them, especially during stressful tim
Infertility: The Impact of Stress and Mental Health
Infertility, though often not talked about, is common. An estimated one in eight couples (or 12% of married women) have trouble getting pregnant or sustaining a pregnancy. There are a range of complex connections between mental health and infertility.
Thousands of Mental Health Apps Available: Supporting Evidence Not So Plentiful
There are more than 10,000 mental or behavioral health apps publicly available; however, there is little available information on the quality and effectiveness of the apps, “leaving consumers with very little to go on when trying to determine which apps might be helpful and worthwhile.” Several recent studies highlight the need for better information on the effectiveness and quality of mental health apps.
While Most Americans Align With Close Family Members on Controversial Political Issues, One in Five Report Family Estrangement Based on These Topics
New American Psychiatric Association (APA) polling reveals that about one in three Americans (31%) anticipates having a heated political discussion with their family members this election season. While most (71%) indicate that their family will weather the storm and get along about the same as the holidays come around, 12% expect an improvement in relations, and 6% said family relations will get worse.
CEO Alliance for Mental Health Launches Campaign to Drive 988 Crisis Hotline Preparedness
The CEO Alliance for Mental Health, a collaborative of 15 of the nation’s leading mental health professional organizations, advocacy groups and funders, today announced the rollout of a coordinated effort to drive awareness and support among state and municipal officials as they prepare for the nationwide transition from the current National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to the new 988 Hotline for mental health emergencies and suicide prevention.
Media Advisory: With Fewer Daylight Hours, Time Change and Colder Weather Coming, New APA Polling; Experts Available on Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal affective disorder is a form of depression also known as SAD, seasonal depression or winter depression. The symptoms usually occur during the fall and winter months when there is less sunlight and usually improve with the arrival of spring.
Overcoming Barriers: How to Help Someone Get Mental Health Care
When we see a friend or loved one experiencing significant mental health issues, our instinct is to try to help, yet obstacles, including stigma of mental health, are often hard to overcome. A recent commentary by Ken Duckworth, M.D., and Nickki Rashes in the APA journal Focus offers some insights on how to help a loved one reach out for mental health care.
What are Personality Disorders?
What are personality disorders? A personality disorder is a way of thinking, feeling and behaving that deviates from the expectations of the culture, causes distress or problems functioning, and lasts over time.