Mental Health Stories
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NIH Seeking Input on Suicide Trends In Black Youth
Suicide is the second highest cause of death in adolescents; almost 1 in 5 adolescents consider suicide, and more than 1 in 10 come up with a plan. For Black youth, those ideas are increasingly... -
A quiet, unusual end to a tumultuous year
2020 has been a rough year, and it’s coming to a close amid a flurry of news both good and bad. Public health experts stress the importance of staying safe and staying home, but that doesn’t mean... -
30,000 Adults Wanted for Covid-19 Vaccine Trial
Novavax is enrolling participants for a phase 3 clinical trial of its Covid-19 vaccine. -
Many painful returns: Coping with crummy gifts
Painful gift giving can burden friends and loved ones with unwanted stuff they may try to get rid of. Why do unwanted gifts matter, and what should you do with them? -
Is Gambling Addiction Hereditary
Gambling's origins can be traced back centuries, contributing to the very fabric of countless civilisations over time. -
The psychology of fairness: Why some Americans don't believe the election results
Many conflicts, like the hotly-contested 2020 presidential race, revolve around fair results. Here's the psychology behind "fairness." -
Covid-created Anxiety; An Epidemic in the Making
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, anxiety is on the rise. -
Some Advice from the Online Dating-Tested
For those frustrated with online dating, a new rules of engagement plan could be in order. -
In Online Dating Sea, Lots of Bait, Few Nibbles
So many unrequited likes and winks, so many disappointments, so many people using online dating sites. -
Are You More Impulsive? Using Your Phone Tooooo Much?
Impulsive choice is driven by two factors – your self-control and the ability to imagine potential outcomes of your behavior and future consequences. -
Online Pandemic Fretting Has a Public Health Upside
Public health officials, some advice: You can use social media as an effective way to reach the public. It's where much of your audience is. -
Diagnosis of a Personal Nature Shouldn’t Cause Shame
There was a time, not that long ago, when certain medical conditions were discussed in hushed whispers. It's time for that to change.
