Mental Health Stories
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New Testing Model May Reduce Opioid Overdose Deaths
The National Institutes of Health announced a new initiative to fight opioid use disorder (OUD). -
Pandemic Emotions around the Globe
Globally, despite some individual differences, humanity is adapting to the pandemic and finding a way to move forward emotionally. -
Gaming with Friends Can Combat Loneliness
Videos are often thought of as being a waste of time, but there may be some benefits to online gaming, such as social connections to combat loneliness. -
Cocaine Overdose Deaths in U.S. Triple Between 2013 and 2018
In 2017, someone living in the US was more likely to die from a drug overdose than in a car accident. -
Musical Children Tend to Have Better Memories
Thinking about music classes for your child? They may help improve overall memory, enhancing their academic performanc. -
No Surprises Here: We Need Help with Mental Health
The World Health Organization says COVID-19 has gotten in the way of mental health. -
COVID-Drinking Trends Are No Laughing Matter
While drinking can temporarily lower your stress, it can also harm you physically and emotionally long-term, leading to a range of problems that can kill you. -
Fostering a Pet Yields Mental Health Gains for Animal and Human
The pandemic triggered record-breaking interest in fostering animals, providing mental health benefits for both humans and animals. -
Kids Need Mental Health Care, But They're Not Getting It
Unfortunately, when it comes to kids and mental health, some parents don’t seek the help their child needs - or they can't find it. -
It's What We Do -- Not with Whom -- that Makes Us Grin
Research finds friends and family can both make us happy, but having fun is important too. -
Hostility Hurts Your Heart, Especially After a Heart Attack
We know that anger and hostility can cause stress and tension in the body, but it can also have a more serious effect. It can increase your risk of a second heart attack. -
Helping a Child After a Pet's Death
Grief is an inevitable part of loving someone or something. Children who experience the loss of a pet need support and guidance to help get passed this sad stage.
