Tag: Mental

 In a world where 13% of the population grapples with mental illness and nearly 8 million lives are lost each year due to these challenges, accessibility and affordability have posed significant barriers to mental health support for many individuals [1]. The situation is worse for people living in Canada, as the average patient appointment wait time to receive care from a mental health specialist in 2022 is 26 days [2]. Despite this digital age, certain communities, such as Indigenous youth of Canada, face unique challenges. They tragically experience suicide rates six times higher than their non-Indigenous counterparts, underscoring the importance ... Read more

Government proposes ten enhanced measures to support persons in mental recovery or with mental health needs (with photo) ******************************************************************************************      The Advisory Committee on Mental Health (ACMH), chaired by Mr Wong Yan-lung, SC, held an urgent meeting this evening (June 9) to explore ways to address mental health issues in a more integral, safe and comprehensive approach and to make recommendations to the Government in the light of the tragic incident on June 2. The Acting Secretary for Health, Dr Libby Lee, also attended the meeting and announced ten enhanced support measures proposed by the Government after the meeting.             Mr ... Read more

SAVANNAH, Ga. – May 8, 2023 – PRLog — Stress is an inevitable part of life. Whether we’re dealing with work deadlines, financial pressures, or personal relationships, stress can be triggered by a variety of factors. However, when stress becomes chronic, it can have a significant impact on our mental and physical health. Understanding the impact of stress on your brain and body is an important step in prioritizing your mental health. When we experience stress, our bodies enter into “fight or flight” mode, triggering the release of hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. These hormones prepare our bodies for ... Read more

Establishing a new milestone in the field of mental health on the occasion of World Mental Health Day, Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States (Tele-MANAS) initiative of Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare was launched today virtually by Sh. Thawar Chand Gehlot, Hon’ble Governor of Karnataka at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, in the presence of Dr. K. Sudhakar, Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Medical Education, Karnataka & Vice-President, NIMHANS. Acknowledging the mental health crisis in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and an urgent ... Read more

 When you think of the fall season you might think of pumpkin-spiced lattes, going back to school, holiday festivities and football Sundays. While fall brings many enjoyable experiences, according to Boston University, “10 million Americans (will) Experience seasonal affective Disorder,” also known as S.A.D. While we can not avoid seasonal depression, there might be an interesting solution to get ahead of S.A.D., which involves $0 to start and $0 for your first consultation. On September 1, a new app will be offering over 25 specialty focus areas such as trauma, health and wellness, stress and burnout management, and more for ... Read more