College studentsJun 29, 2025
HBO Documentary Highlights An Innovation In College Mental Health
According to a 2025 report by Statista, almost 10% of college students receiving mental health care were hospitalized from 2023 ...
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Social PsychologyJun 29, 2025
The gene that hijacks fear: How PTEN rewires the brain’s anxiety circuit
Deleting a gene called PTEN in certain brain cells disrupts the brain’s fear circuitry and triggers anxiety-like behavior in mice — key traits seen in autism. Researchers mapped how this genetic tweak throws off the…
Diversity & CultureJun 29, 2025
This brain scan sees Alzheimer’s coming—but only in some brains
USC researchers have found a promising new brain scan marker that could better detect Alzheimer’s risk — but only for some. The tau-based benchmark works in Hispanic and White populations when paired with another…
Schema therapyJun 29, 2025
PsychologyCare Strengthens Mental Health Offerings with IFS and Schema Therapy Support
PsychologyCare, a private psychology practice based in Melbourne, is strengthening its focus on deep, long-term emotional support ...
Mental HealthJun 29, 2025
Loneliness is impacting the majority of young people’s mental health, new study finds
New research has found that loneliness is affecting 16 to 25-year-olds’ mental health more than any other age group. There’s ...
Mental HealthJun 28, 2025
Brown: For rural patients, the mental health system can’t keep up with the crisis
This column is part of a series of occasional columns regarding mental health in Minnesota, chronicling ongoing struggles ...
AI & TechnologyJun 28, 2025
Mental health apps might be making your problems worse
Mental health apps promise convenient, affordable therapy at your fingertips, and millions of people have downloaded them hoping ...
Cultural competenceJun 28, 2025
The Culture of Competence: Why CEU Credits Should Be Non-Negotiable in Behavioral Health
Competence isn’t just a credential. It’s a commitment. In a field as sensitive and complex as behavior analysis, staying ...
School mental-health policyJun 27, 2025
Why India needs comprehensive school mental health programmes
India finds itself at a critical juncture concerning mental health, with the most recent surveys and studies painting a stark picture ...
Autism evaluationJun 27, 2025
Selecting the Right Specialist for an Autism Evaluation
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking with a group of courageous mothers raising children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Cognitive PsychologyJun 27, 2025
Attention scan: How our minds shift focus in dynamic settings
A person's capacity for attention has a profound impact on what they see, dictating which details they glean from the world ...
Military & First RespondersJun 26, 2025
Davis firefighter heads to world games, spotlights first responder mental health
Every two years, heroes are heralded on a global stage at the World Police and Fire Games, where thousands of athletes come ...
Mental HealthJun 26, 2025
CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Concludes Meeting with Joint Statement
The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) held a meeting on June 25-26, 2025.
Predictive analyticsJun 26, 2025
Can Cognitive Biases Predict Anxiety and Depression?
Mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression are leading causes of disability worldwide. While effective treatments ...
Licensing-board investigationsJun 26, 2025
Texas to create its own psychology licensing test amid pushback on national exam
THE TEXAS TRIBUNE – After leading a national pushback against a costly new national certification exam for psychologists, Texas ...
Social MediaJun 26, 2025
Social Media and the Rise of Mental Health Problems
Much has been said about rises in mental health problems reported by younger people over the past 20 years. It is estimated that ...
PartnershipsJun 26, 2025
TikTok and Self-Diagnosis
Since its launch in 2016, TikTok has become one of the most ubiquitous social media platforms. Its combination of short ...
Advocacy campaignsJun 26, 2025
Mental Health Advocate Urges Malawians to Prioritise Men’s Wellbeing
As the world marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month this June, a leading Malawian mental health advocate is calling on the ...
Child PsychologyJun 25, 2025
Adolescent Mental Health Services
Managed by Harmony Bay Wellness. Your call or email may go to a representative. Adolescence is a time of rapid growth, identity ...
WorkplaceJun 25, 2025
Workplace rules: funny office stories about office rules
We take a dive into some funny workplace stories that revolve around office rules with employees sharing their most ridiculous encounters.
Mental HealthJun 25, 2025
Why is Mental Health Important?
Whether through a minor bump in your journey or a full-blown crisis, you may have struggled with your mental health in some ...
Mental HealthJun 25, 2025
Serious Mental Illness: The Power Of The Job
Dr. Lief, of the psychiatric department of the Tulane University School of Medicine, conducting a psychoanalysis on a patient ...
School & EducationJun 25, 2025
The brain’s sweet spot: How criticality could unlock learning, memory—and prevent Alzheimer’s
Our brains may work best when teetering on the edge of chaos. A new theory suggests that criticality a sweet spot between order and randomness is the secret to learning, memory, and adaptability. When brains drift from…
Mental HealthJun 25, 2025
500,000 Australians live with mental illness but don’t qualify for the NDIS. A damning new report says they need more support
Half a million Australians are living with moderate to severe mental illness, but they don’t qualify for the National ...
ProfessionJun 25, 2025
Psychologist funding cap in NT: ‘This is going to be felt in rural and remote communities’
Health professionals warn the proposed fee cuts from NDIS could lead to services being cut in rural and remote areas. It follows ...
Family & RelationshipsJun 25, 2025
The Experiences of LGBTQ Adults in 2025
As we come to the end of another Pride Month, we’re reflecting on the experiences of LGBTQ individuals in America today. In this post, we’ll take a peek at some of the findings from a recent report from Pew Research that…
Clinical PsychologyJun 25, 2025
edYOU and ASCP Bridge the Gap Between Psychopharmacology and Modern Learning
The study of psychopharmacology, which is a branch of neuroscience and pharmacology that explores how drugs affect mood, behavior ...
Forensic PsychologyJun 25, 2025
Drew Peterson back in Will County court for psychological evaluation
A former Bolingbrook police sergeant convicted of killing his third wife was back in court on Wednesday for another psychological ...
WorkplaceJun 25, 2025
Clinical psychologist shares how to know you are burnt out: 'You are so tired that even socialising feels too much'
Burnout can creep up on anyone, and recognising the signs is crucial to taking action. Here are some common indicators of burnout.
Cognitive PsychologyJun 24, 2025
Our Hidden Layers of Perception
Our vision is amazing. We can judge distances, recognise objects, navigate rugged terrain, catch a frisbee, and so much more ...