Link between migraine, complete mental health explored
Nov 10, 2021
The association between migraine and complete mental health was attenuated after adjustment for physical health and mental health problems.
Providers blast mental health proposal
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2014
Mental healthcare providers for the elderly expressed anger over an apparent snub of seniors’ mental health services in a proposed new federal behavioral health plan.
Better mental health services are needed, report finds
By
John O'Connor
Oct 20, 2016
More than half of the 43.7 million Americans with a mental health condition are not receiving treatment, according to a report from Mental Health America.
Mental health matters: Department of Labor
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Mar 31, 2022
A new public education campaign will stress the importance of mental health-friendly workplaces, the Department of Labor announced Wednesday at the Society for Human Resource Management’s Workplace Policy...
Some seniors report worsening mental health in pandemic
Jul 30, 2021
18.3% of respondents aged 50 to 80 years reported worse mental health; 29% made a lifestyle change to address mental health.
In 2020, more than one in five adults received mental health treatment
Oct 20, 2021
“While the percentage of adults who had taken medication for their mental health increased with age, the percentage who had received counseling or therapy decreased with age,” the authors write.
Study: Greenery has physical, mental health benefits for women
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 17, 2016
A new study finds that U.S. women whose residences are surrounded by more vegetation appear to have lower overall mortality rates than those who live in areas with less vegetation. The effects are strongest...
Nurses more likely to have suicidal ideation than other workers
Nov 03, 2021
Nurses with suicidal ideation also were less likely to report that they would seek professional help.
New poll results reiterate health benefits of social life, companionship
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 04, 2019
Results of a new poll amplify research that links chronic loneliness and health issues ranging from memory loss to shorter lives, according to those involved.
Pets offer health benefits but also have drawbacks, finds poll of older adults
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 04, 2019
Pets can help older adults cope with mental and physical health challenges, but they also can lead to challenges of their own, according to newly released results of a national poll.