Tag: Psychology / Mental Health: Misc.
Caregivers of Multiple Myeloma Patients Face Mental Health Issues
Among caregivers of multiple myeloma patients, 44.1 percent and 24.4 percent report anxiety and PTSD symptoms, respectively
America’s 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Launches Saturday
New three-digit number is easy to remember, free, available 24/7, and confidential
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Infection Prevention Professionals Explored
65 percent of respondents reported burnout; more negative mental health impacts seen for frontline and practicing IPs
AHA Addresses Psychological Outcomes for Congenital Heart Disease
Despite strong advocacy, initiatives to integrate mental health professionals into care teams have been slow to move forward
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
