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mental health

New York Bill Aims to Help Mentally Ill Defendants After Trial

January 20, 2025

Taylor Swift's stalker case has inspired a new bill in New York. This bill is about people who can't go to trial because of mental health issues. Right now, these people get their cases thrown out and are sent home after three days. The new bill wants to change that. It wants to make sure these peop

health

Job Choices Might Reflect Mental Health Traits

January 20, 2025

Imagine if your mental health could guide your career path! A huge study involving over 400, 000 workers from the US and UK found interesting links between jobs and mental health traits like ADHD, autism, and depression. Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai discovered that ce

health

Why a Morning Walk Can Help You Sleep Better in Winter

January 19, 2025

Winter might make you want to stay cozy indoors, but an early morning walk could be just what you need for better sleep. When the days are short and cold, our bodies can struggle to regulate our internal clocks, making it harder to fall asleep. However, a brisk walk outside can boost your mood and e

health

Brain Scans and AI: Spotting Differences Between Bipolar and Depressive Disorders

January 19, 2025

You might think bipolar disorder (BD) and major depressive disorder (MDD) are hard to tell apart because they share similar symptoms. This can lead to mix-ups by doctors, called misdiagnosis. But what if we could use brain scans and smart computers to figure it out? That's what researchers tried in

crime

Why Do Crime Victims Want Revenge?

January 19, 2025

Revenge, driven by psychological and contextual factors, can lead victims of crime to seek violent justice. But what motivates this desire for revenge? Researchers dived into existing studies to find answers. They looked at databases like PsycInfo and MEDLINE to identify quantitative and meta-analyt

health

Making Mental Health Care More Collaborative with Digital Tools

January 18, 2025

Collaboration between mental health professionals and patients is vital. But, lack of user-friendly services often gets in the way. Digital tools, like mobile apps, can solve some of these problems. Yet, their use is still limited, and many people stop using them quickly. Design thinking can help cr

politics

Indiana Lawmakers Tackle Mental Health, Education, and Constitution Amendments

January 17, 2025

As the Indiana General Assembly's 2025 session kicks off, lawmakers from Northwest Indiana are busy filing bills that address key issues like mental health, higher education, and water infrastructure. They’re also pushing for a change to the state constitution. One interesting bill, House Bill 1078,

education

Checking Up on Med Students: A New Way to Measure Stress

January 16, 2025

Medical school is tough, and it can really affect students' mental health. In the Philippines, a unique tool has been made to see how well students deal with all that stress. It's not just about homework or tests, but also their personal lives. The idea is to give teachers a better way to support st

entertainment

Brooke Shields and Tom Cruise's Controversy: A Late Apology

January 15, 2025

It's been about two decades since Brooke Shields and Tom Cruise had a very public disagreement about postpartum depression medications. Shields recently revealed that Cruise eventually apologized to her—though it took a year. The actors' spat began when Cruise criticized Shields' use of antidepressa

politics

Eau Claire Asks for Help: Is Transporting Homeless People Legal?

January 15, 2025

Eau Claire is turning to the state's Attorney General, Josh Kaul, for help. They want to know if it's legal for cops to transport homeless people out of their area. This isn't just about following the rules; it's about safety and fairness. The city says some people who get moved around need mental h