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Early Identification and Intervention for Psychosis-Spectrum Experiences Yields Better Outcomes

Researchers from the University of California have found that early identification and intervention for psychosis-spectrum experiences can significantly improve long-term outcomes. However, treatment-seeking in the United States is often delayed due to factors such as stigma, particularly for individuals reporting psychotic-like experiences (PLEs). A survey of mental health care utilization

Mental health services

Decision-Making Capacity Assessments in Involuntary Care Influenced by Multiple Factors

Research published in the International Journal of Law and Psychiatry has highlighted the complex dynamics involved in decision-making capacity (DMC) assessments in Norway's mental health care system. Despite amendments to the Norwegian Mental Health Care Act in 2017, rates of involuntary care and treatment continued to rise, indicating

Autism spectrum disorders

Barriers to Mental Health Services for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Brazil

A new study from the Veredas Institute in Sao Paulo, Brazil, aims to analyze barriers related to mental health services for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from the perspective of families and caregivers. The research, funded by the Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Cientifico e Tecnologico and the

Mental health

Uganda to Receive $5.1 Million for New Adolescent HIV Care Initiative

The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy a $5,115,391 grant to support the Streams project, a new health initiative focused on transforming adolescent HIV care and mental health services in Uganda. Led by Philip Kreniske, an

Mental health

Mayor Johnson's 2026 Budget Proposal: Prioritizing Chicago's Services and Residents

The Mayor's 2026 budget proposal addresses the budget deficit without new property taxes or regressive fees, implementing new taxes on large corporations, Big Tech companies, and the ultra-rich to protect Chicago's services and residents. The Protecting Chicago Budget prioritizes protecting the city's services through

Mental health

Opioid Use Disorder in Adolescents: Alarmingly Low Treatment Rates

A new study sheds light on the growing concern of opioid use disorder (OUD) among adolescents in the United States. Research conducted by Arizona State University and published in Health Affairs reveals that only 30.8% of adolescents aged 12-17 with OUD received any past-year substance use treatment. The study

Mental health

Safeguarding Patient Privacy in Mental Health Care with AI-Based Tools

Researchers led by Computer Science Professor Iryna Gurevych at TU Darmstadt and her counterparts at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi are working to address a critical concern: designing AI-based mental health tools that protect patient privacy while improving diagnosis and therapy. The study's findings, published in

Mental health

Mental Health Services Utilization Increases After Bariatric Surgery, Study Finds

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Utah analyzed changes in mental health services utilization and substance use treatment following bariatric surgery using a large commercial insurance claims database. The study found significant increases in the use of mental health services and substance use disorder treatment after

Diseases

Mass Firings at HHS: Thousands of Federal Employees Lose Jobs Amid Government Shutdown

As the Trump administration's government shutdown enters its second week, hundreds of federal employees at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have been laid off, including those working on mental health services, disease outbreaks, and disaster preparedness. The mass firings have left health professionals and former

Diseases

Tailoring Psychosocial Interventions for Youth Mental Health

Researchers from the University of Maryland have designed the Kids' Behavior in Context Scales (KICS) to gather data about social contexts in which youth mental health concerns manifest. This innovative tool aims to link social contexts to youth mental health services, providing a more personalized approach to intervention. The

Diseases

Mental Health Awareness in Saudi Arabia: A Qualitative Study of Health Professionals' Perspectives

A qualitative study on mental health awareness in Saudi Arabia, conducted by researchers at King Saud University, has shed light on the perceptions of mental health professionals regarding the impact of mental health education and its consequences. Semi-structured interviews with 15 mental health professionals revealed three broad themes: improved recognition

Diseases

Virtual Care Significantly Increases Access to Mental Health Care

Researchers at the University of Texas San Antonio have found that virtual care is associated with a significant increase in accessing mental health care, particularly among individuals who historically experience challenges in in-person settings. The study, published in Telemedicine Reports, observed a notable increase in mental counseling or therapy use

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