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School attendance: Mental health problems behind absenteeism, pupils say
17 minutes ago Meleri Williams,Megan Davies Getty Images Panic attacks, anxiety, and problems with mental health are among the reasons given by children who avoid going to school, in the wake of a rise in absenteeism in Wales. Figures show that 40% of secondary school pupils in Wales missed, on average, an afternoon a week…
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Buffalo Next: BetterMynd grows as mental health of college students is prioritized
BY MIKE PETRO MAY 27, 2024 Cody Semrau of BetterMynd makes his pitch during the 43 North business plan competition finals at Shea’s Performing Arts Center, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021. Derek Gee / Buffalo News Buffalo startup now working with over 100 colleges and universities With an increasing emphasis being put on the importance of…
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UT Austin Hosts Texas Mushroom Conference, Explores Psilocybin’s Potential for Treating Mental Health Issues
A wave of interest in the therapeutic benefits of mushrooms rolled into Austin this weekend, as UT Austin played host to the Texas Mushroom Conference for the second consecutive year. Organized by Myceliumatters, the panels highlighted how fungi can be more than just a pizza topping – exploring their roles as food, medicine, and possibly…
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State highlights success of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline during Mental Health Month
NEWS RELEASEMICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES************************LANSING – As the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) commemorates Mental Health Month this May, the state is highlighting the success of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and detailing information to ensure access of this vital resource for all residents. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline,…
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Mental health information and resources
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Over 60% of college students met the criteria for at least one mental health problem — an increase of almost 50% in ten years. Several efforts to increase awareness and promote conversations have helped reduce the stigma and as a result, there are many actions to improve or maintain…
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Five basic habits may hold the key to good mental health
Five basic habits may hold the key to good mental health May 27, 2024 Editors’ notes This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked trusted source proofread by Macquarie University Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Professor Nick Titov’s professional goal…
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Five Years After Infamous WSOP Incident, ‘Naked Bandit’ Talks Mental Health
May 27, 2024 Five years ago, one of the most infamous incidents in World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event history took place. It happened on Day 1c at Table #317 in the Rio’s Pavilion Yellow section in Level 2. That is when the poker world was first introduced to “The Naked Bandit,” who was…
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Thank you, Cedar Valley, for supporting the Mental Health Breakfast
TOM EACHUS Again, you outdid yourselves through your support of and attendance at our fifth annual Mental Health Awareness Breakfast on May 10 at the Bien Venue Events Center in Cedar Falls to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. We heard a moving story of grief, loss, resilience and inspiration from Joanna Rahnavardi who had the…
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Doctors are facing a mental health crisis
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – Doctors and nurses take care of our physical and mental needs. But what happens when they’re the ones that need help? May is National Nurses Month; A time to honor and celebrate the care they give. But this comes at a time when recent studies show 63% of physicians are struggling with burnout…
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Sheppard Pratt’s psychiatric urgent care centers improve access to mental health care in Maryland
Listen to this article Laura Eskander is the service chief for Sheppard Pratt’s psychiatric urgent care centers. The centers offer an alternative to hospital emergency rooms for those suffering a mental health crisis. (Submitted photo) Laura Eskander, M.D., service chief for Sheppard Pratt’s psychiatric urgent care centers, says time is of the essence when someone…
