Scary Movies May Be Good for Mental Health, Research Shows
The fear felt from watching horror movies may help build resilience.
Mental Health
New Orleans Uses $750K to Establish Teen Mental Health Court
Juvenile offenders will be able to service mental health services with the help of federal funds.
CA’s Mental Health CARE Court Addresses Psychotic Disorders
California is set to launch a groundbreaking initiative, known as CARE Court, aimed at assisting individuals with untreated psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia. This controversial and costly program is slated to begin in eight California counties by December, with plans for statewide implementation. CARE Court has ignited hope among those who have struggled to access mental
Nebraska Mental Health Providers Want to Address System Gaps
Nebraska’s Senator, a strong mental health advocate, is pushing for reforms.
Wealthy Children Weren’t Immune to Effects of Pandemic
COVID impacted the mental health of all children, research shows.
Entheogens are Starting to be Decriminalized in Certain States
Some areas of the U.S. are working hard to make sure entheogens are available for mental health treatment.
Daily Exposure to COVID News Negatively Impacted Mental Health
Pandemic-related news has caused residual anxiety, distress.
Missouri’s Mentally Ill Inmates are Stalemated by Insufficient Resources
Inmates who are not well enough to stand trial are also not getting the treatment they need.
Wisconsin’s Teen Girls are Struggling with Their Self-esteem
The mental health of teen girls depends on successful early interventions.
Gen Z Reports Less than Optimal Mental Health but Undying Optimism
Gen Z reported poor mental health. But so did Gen X and Millennials.