New Senate Bill Targets ‘Troubled Teen’ Industry and Residential Treatment Abuse
Senator Ron Wyden introduced the BRIDGES for Kids Act to increase oversight of residential treatment centers and create a national dashboard to track abuse.
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Medetomidine: The New Veterinary Sedative Ravaging Philadelphia
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Australia’s Youth Social Media Ban Causes Anxiety Before Holidays
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School Shooting Survivors Form Crisis Team to Support Traumatized Teachers
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Is FOFO — Fear of Finding Out — Delaying Important Health Diagnoses?
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System Failure: a California Man’s Two-Decade Struggle to Get the Right Care
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After Her Bullied Trans Child Died by Suicide, a Mother Pleads for Kindness
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ARFID, The Growing Eating Disorder Affecting Children
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Navigating Sibling Relationships While Caring For An Aging Parent
Caring for aging parents is a common responsibility that can sometimes strain sibling relationships.
Psychiatrist on Trump Fantasy of Bombing Protestors with Feces
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Neuroscientist Credits Unconditional Love for Surviving Terminal Cancer
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‘How Are We Today’ Brings Conversations About Mental Health to the Family Living Room
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“The Eyes Have It”: Why Regular Eye Care is Key for Our Mental (and Physical) Health
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Torment and Trial: A Boston Globe Columnist Discusses Her Series on Race, Insanity and Criminal Prosecutions
A MindSite News interview looks a a columnist's seven-part series on the insanity defense in criminal cases.
What Is Trump Derangement Syndrome?
Trump Derangement Syndrome is a term President Donald Trump and his allies are using to deride his opponents.
Medetomidine: The New Veterinary Sedative Ravaging Philadelphia
A drug called medetomidine is replacing xylazine in the fentanyl supply, shifting the drug crisis to one of life-threatening withdrawal.
Australia’s Youth Social Media Ban Causes Anxiety Before Holidays
Australia's youth social media ban, implemented just before the long holiday break, has sparked concern among mental health experts who warn the sudden loss of digital community and support could cause distress and isolation for vulnerable teens.
Why Employers Must Embrace Neurodiversity in the Workplace
As companies recognize the competitive advantage of hiring neurodiverse staff, experts advocate for moving beyond standard solutions to create tailored accommodations, sensory-friendly spaces, and a culture that harnesses the unique strengths of neurodiversity in the workplace.
Developmental Psychologist Debunks Myths About Attachment Parenting and Babywearing
Developmental psychologist Emily Little argues that babywearing promotes secure attachment and better parental mental health.
School Shooting Survivors Form Crisis Team to Support Traumatized Teachers
Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence is a collective demanding gun reform that will keep schools and communities safe.
Is FOFO — Fear of Finding Out — Delaying Important Health Diagnoses?
The pros have some advice: Risk vulnerability and talk with your doctor about it.
System Failure: a California Man’s Two-Decade Struggle to Get the Right Care
A California mother has worked for decades to get the right care for her mentally ill son. It hasn't worked. The podcast Brain Stories tells theirs.
After Her Bullied Trans Child Died by Suicide, a Mother Pleads for Kindness
The suicide of 15-year-old Miles Phipps, who was relentlessly bullied and misgendered by peers and a teacher, tragically highlights the mental health crisis facing trans youth amidst the rollback of protections in US schools.
ARFID, The Growing Eating Disorder Affecting Children
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) sufferers seem to be averse food due to deep anxiety, sensory issues, or fear of choking.
Navigating Sibling Relationships While Caring For An Aging Parent
Caring for aging parents is a common responsibility that can sometimes strain sibling relationships.
Psychiatrist on Trump Fantasy of Bombing Protestors with Feces
"We would not put a literal toddler in charge of the nation; why would we a functional one?”
Neuroscientist Credits Unconditional Love for Surviving Terminal Cancer
Diagnosed with terminal heart cancer and given 18 months to live, a neuroscientist credits the deep love of his wife for his survival.
‘How Are We Today’ Brings Conversations About Mental Health to the Family Living Room
Families and cartoon characters discuss mental health in a new PBS Kids show from Tyler Coe.
“The Eyes Have It”: Why Regular Eye Care is Key for Our Mental (and Physical) Health
Dr. Alex Martin's work with Eyebot encourages people to get free vision tests that will alert them to possible eye issues.
