A recent study calculated that mental disorders topped the most costly conditions tied to health in the U.S., with total spending in 2013 reaching $201 billion. Published last month in Health Affairs, ...

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Youth mental health has steadily declined in the years prior to and following the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the worst affected? Pre-teen boys and teenage girls, according to the August 2024 report, “A ...

Most of us can discern signs of mental illness when we observe them. Mental illnesses manifest in behaviors that do not appear normal, and which can sometimes cause a risk of harm to self or others.

3 ways health is defined around the world Health can be defined differently across the world, with concepts of disease, mental health and spirituality all affecting the perception of overall health ...

People experiencing a mental health crisis can now access immediate, out-of-hours support seven days a week at services ...

Whether through a minor bump in your journey or a full-blown crisis, you may have struggled with your mental health in some capacity in the last few years. It can be difficult to prioritize yourself ...

A staggering increase in children's mental health issues has occurred over the last several years, with children struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts and a host of other diagnoses.

More Iowans are surviving cancer due to advancements in treatments and screenings, but up to a third of survivors experience ...