Tag: Psychology / Mental Health: Misc.
Many Localities Not Ready for Launch of 988 Mental Health Hotline
Gaps in strategic planning, financial preparedness, availability of services, and system coordination are reported
Mental Health Impact of Pandemic-Linked School Closures Explored
Mental health hospitalizations for suicide attempt or self-injury increased 41.7 percent by fall 2020, with a 49 percent increase seen among girls
Pediatric Mental Health Crises Up During First Year of Pandemic
Average length of boarding increased more than twofold; about half of patients experienced extended boarding of two or more days
Neuropsychiatric Sequelae Similar for Severe COVID-19, SARI
Neuropsychiatric sequelae are comparable for survivors of COVID-19 hospitalization, other severe acute respiratory infections
Many Young Adults With Depression Not Receiving Treatment
Common reasons for not seeking treatment include cost, not knowing where to go for services, fear of being committed or having to take meds
Children’s Mental Health Impacted by Adult COVID-19 Vaccination Rates
Stress surrounding the pandemic declined in U.S. children after vaccinations were rolled out for adults
Teen Use of School Mental Health Services Up in 2019
Odds of receiving any school mental health services were greater in 2019 than each year from 2009 to 2018
Poor Sleep Patterns Tied to Worsening Behavioral Health During Pandemic
Insufficient sleep duration, inconsistent timing of sleep tied to mental health symptoms and substance use
Two in Five Adults With ADHD Report Excellent Mental Health
Rate of complete mental health lower among adults with ADHD compared with those without ADHD