Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
How the Lindsay Clancy trial became a turning point for maternal mental health
A special town hall discussion exploring mental health questions for new and expecting mothers following the Lindsay Clancy trial.
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AddictionSep 9, 2026
Liver specialist reveals battle with alcohol addiction
A hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgeon shares his struggle with high-functioning alcohol addiction on 'You Quiz on the Block,' finding empathy with Yoo Jae Suk.
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
‘Talk with us, don’t preach to us’: Rural Minds launches youth-led mental health initiative
A new program launched by Rural Minds, a Mayville-based organization focused on expanding access to mental health resources in rural communities, hopes to assist younger residents and teens.
AddictionSep 9, 2026
Washington Township Spent $60K in Opioid Funds on Flock Cameras, Not Addiction Care
A N.J. town got opioid settlement cash meant to save lives — and spent it on surveillance cameras and police SUVs instead.
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
Lindsay Clancy trial spotlights maternal mental health, "Criminally Obsessed" reports
The trial of Lindsay Clancy has drawn renewed attention to maternal mental health, prompting broader discussion about the challenges some mothers face and the r ...
ResearchSep 9, 2026
Advances in Psychological Science Open Welcomes First Publication
Hear from Sabine Windmann and Rachael Jack on the contributions of the journal's first publication.
ResearchSep 9, 2026
Temperament’s Effects on Mental Illness Are Examined in Special Issue of Clinical Psychological Science
Ten articles collectively illustrate the power of temperament-based frameworks to better understand psychopathology.
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
What’s next for Capital Blue Cross after expanding behavioral health resources
Capital Blue Cross took steps to broaden behavioral health access in recent years, contributing to a 9% reduction in related emergency department visits. Now, the insurer is looking to deploy similar ...
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
Man Announces That He Has Synthesized a New Schizophrenia Treatment in His Garage, Based on a Formula Devised by ChatGPT
A man claims to have synthesized a treatment for Schizophrenia and Alzheimer's from his own lab, using only ChatGPT.
Clinical PsychologySep 9, 2026
Clinical Psychologist Urges Women to Recognise the Signs of a Dysregulated Nervous System
MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Women are becoming increasingly skilled at functioning while struggling, says Clinical Psychologist Dr Jennifer Menon, who is urging women to ...
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
'We're available all the time' | Dublin behavioral health facility expands to offer 24/7 crisis care
Quentin's Place in Dublin is expanding with more beds, 24/7 crisis care, and peer specialists who draw on their own recovery to help others.
Health PsychologySep 9, 2026
Whatever happened to the measles outbreak that shocked a country this year?
Bangladesh has seen over 50,000 confirmed or suspected cases of measles this year. The death toll among children just surpassed 1,000. How are officials trying to bring the outbreak under control?
ProfessionSep 9, 2026
Beyond R U OK? Day: Year-round mental health in the public service
R U OK? Day can spark difficult conversations, but public sector leaders need the skills and support to respond when staff say they are not okay.
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
Dr. Guerda Nicolas on Mental Health & Community Wellness | Dr. Flore’s Show
On this episode of Dr. Flore’s Show, Dr. Flore welcomes Dr. Guerda Nicolas of Ayiti Trust and Rebati Sante Mantal for an important conversation held entirely in Kreyòl. The discussion explores mental ...
Cognitive PsychologySep 9, 2026
Google researchers pulled a consciousness safeguard out of an AI model to see what happened
Two research scientists at Google spent months doing something most AI companies actively try to prevent: they made a chatbot more willing to say it might be conscious, then measured what else changed ...
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
How does myasthenia gravis affect body image?
The autoimmune disorder myasthenia gravis can affect how you feel about your body. Find out what experts recommend to maintain a healthy body image with MG.
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
Tiny astrocyte sensors in the brain's fear center point to a potential target for anxiety and depression
A new study led by UCLA Health researchers has identified a specific type of brain cell and a tiny structure on its surface that changes when the body is under stress, which may help explain why ...
NeuropsychologySep 9, 2026
Bonn Researchers Win EU Grants to Study Brains and Quantum Systems
Researchers at the University of Bonn will each receive 1.5 million euros over five years from the European Research Council to pursue ambitious projects in neuroscience and quantum physics. Physicist ...
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
Rural Resilience brings community together for 988 Day
On Sept. 8, Rural Resilience invited schools, workplaces, families and community members to recognize 988 Day by moving together at 9:00 a.m. for eight minutes. The idea was intentionally simple.
Legal & RegulationsSep 9, 2026
In New Study, 41% of Attorneys Say Practicing Law is 'Detrimental' To Mental Health
Nearly 37,000 attorneys participated in the survey conducted by the University of Minnesota and legal industry mental health expert Patrick Kill in conjunction with the ABA, and nearly half of them ...
Military & First RespondersSep 9, 2026
Veterans' mental health challenges
For many veterans, coming home does not mean leaving the impact of military service behind. As we approach the 25th anniversary of 9/11, it is important to recognize the mental health struggles many ...
TraumaSep 9, 2026
Does debriefing about a difficult birth stop it turning into trauma?
For some women, the birth of their baby is one of the happiest days of their lives. Others remember it as a frightening, overwhelming or deeply distressing experience. About 1 in 3 women report their ...
NeuropsychologySep 9, 2026
Alzheimer’s study finds sleep quality may matter more than hours slept
Sleep spindles and slow oscillations were linked to greater resilience against high orexin levels in people with Alzheimer’s.
Health PsychologySep 9, 2026
How to fight with the people we care about, illustrated
Arguing with a partner or a loved one can be anxiety-inducing. Conflict resolution facilitator Priya Parker explains how to start and end a fight — while easing dread for everyone.
PolicySep 9, 2026
Nonprofits Are Helping Musicians Pay for Insurance in Austin, Texas, and Beyond
A nonprofit and a local public health agency are subsidizing marketplace health insurance for Austin music artists, even as shifting marketplace conditions make the program a more expensive proposition. It’s becoming a…
PolicySep 9, 2026
A NY Hospital Tried To Close Its Birthing Center. This City United To Fight Back.
Democrats and Republicans in Troy, New York, joined together to challenge a national Catholic health system determined to close the last birthing center in the county.
Mental HealthSep 9, 2026
Is Precision Psychiatry the Future of Global Mental Health?
Precision psychiatry uses biological data to personalize mental health care. AI, brain scans, and biomarkers could help guide diagnosis and treatment.
Clinical PsychologySep 9, 2026
Ketamine Shows Promise for Bipolar Depression
Ketamine infusions may help ease treatment-resistant bipolar depression, according to a new randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.
Child PsychologySep 9, 2026
10 Self-help books for people navigating life with ADHD
Discover 10 insightful self-help books for ADHD that offer practical strategies for focus, productivity, emotional balance, and daily success.
AddictionSep 9, 2026
$1.86 million awarded to combat opioid addiction in Mahoning Valley
The funds will be used to expand access to addiction treatment and support recovery in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties.