Tag: Psychology / Mental Health: Misc.
Most Children Globally Exposed to at Least One Adverse Childhood Experience
Estimated prevalence rates ranged from 22 percent for one to 14.8 percent for four or more
Low Intake of Vitamins, Minerals Tied to Social Isolation in Older Adults
A considerable number of older adults have lower-than-recommended intake
Different Forms of Childhood Adversity Tied to Different Psychiatric Problems
Authors say findings can inform targeted early prevention and intervention strategies for at-risk youth
Poll Finds Most Americans Stressed Over Election, Future of Nation
Smoking Tied to Increased Opioid Use
Higher levels of smoking also tied to pain-related work limitations and worse self-reported health, mental health
Food Allergy-Related Distress Is Common
Anxiety about having an allergic reaction was the most commonly reported issue
Preteen Screen Time Can Affect Adolescent Mental Health
Associations appear to be stronger for White teens versus Black or Asian teens
Dronabinol Safe, Effective for Alzheimer Disease With Agitation
Authors are optimistic about the 'repurposing' of FDA-approved dronabinol
High Rate of Comorbid Mental Health Disorders Seen in Schizophrenia
Low rates of treatment observed, with only 26 percent receiving minimally adequate mental health treatment
Frequent Social Media Use Harmful for High School Students
Frequent use linked to higher prevalence of bullying victimization, persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness
