An inpatient mental health treatment center is one of the best ways to get through an acute (immediate) mental health crisis. Our inpatient mental health center is a safe place where you or a loved ...

It’s important to measure how common mental illness is, so we can understand its physical, social and financial impact — and so we can show that no one is alone. These numbers are also powerful tools ...

THE government’s Mental Health Bill is currently before Parliament. It amends the Mental Health Act 1983, which is the Act of Parliament under which people are “sectioned.” The Bill is the culmination ...

Mental Health Medications: How Do They Work? There are several types of drugs available to treat mental illnesses. Some of the most commonly used are antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs ...

Feb. 5, 2025 — New research has shown that diet could influence the risk of both depression and Alzheimer's disease (AD). Evidence suggests that depressive symptoms are both a risk factor for AD ...

Those with mental health conditions may be labeled, stereotyped, or discriminated against as a result. For example, someone with a mental health condition may be called “crazy” or “dangerous”.

Perinatal mental health (PMH) problems are those which occur during pregnancy or in the first year following the birth of a child. Perinatal mental illness affects up to 27% of new and expectant mums ...

Feb. 5, 2025 — New research has shown that diet could influence the risk of both depression and Alzheimer's disease (AD). Evidence suggests that depressive symptoms are both a risk factor for AD ...

While serving as Deputy Opposition Leader Jarrod Bleijie said the Mental Health Act “must change” to allow correctional service officers to guard prisoners inside Queensland’s mental health ...

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Stress can impact the ability to focus, learn and perform well in class, according to Student Voice data from Inside Higher Ed and College Pulse, creating a challenging environment for students ...

The Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Lagos, has called for enhanced funding and support to address rising challenges in mental health care. The hospital’s Medical Director, Dr.