COVID-19 presents challenges that underscore the already-prevalent issue of burnout among healthcare workers. What can your facility do to combat it? Professional burnout is a persistent problem among healthcare workers, even in the best of times. Consider a 2019 National Academy of Medicine study that…
Researchers begin to quantify the repercussions of COVID-19 on mental health For months, experts have warned of the potential for lasting impacts beyond the novel coronavirus stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. Job loss, extended isolation, and anxiety were cited as the main culprits in…
Columbus-based hospital at forefront of research A new study published in Pediatrics reveals that childhood visits for mental health disorders have risen 60% over the past decade, while the rate of visits for deliberate self-harm have increased an eye-popping 329 percent. Nationwide Children’s Hospital…
Athletic department members receiving free access to Apps for wellness as part of mental health initiative The Big Ten announced a new mental health initiative on Monday with the formation of the conference’s Mental Health and Wellness Cabinet. The group will include representatives from…
UT Health San Antonio studies 370 older adults over a decade to show that cognition and gait decline at parallel rates A study published by UT Health San Antonio researchers found that cognition and gait speed tend to decline on a similar plane. The…
Studies of past traumas lead to grim conclusions regarding depression and anxiety from coronavirus and surrounding measures Millions of Americans are being impacted by the psychological fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic aftermath, and large numbers may experience emotional distress and be…
How To Cope with coronavirus anxiety During This Challenging Time It’s time to address a new problem surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic: coronavirus anxiety. As I am writing this, my phone just alerted me of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in my home county…
Is mental health a priority at your healthcare facility? Recent research shows a clear correlation between mental wellness and job performance among healthcare providers; mental health must be a priority moving forward. What can hospital leaders and managers do to promote optimal mental health…
Professionals urged to get involved With one in five Americans battling a mental illness or substance use disorder, the need for a formal system of assistance has never been clearer. Many people are reluctant to look for help or perhaps worse, want help but…
Preliminary results from a trial in Uganda regarding Self Help Plus A guided, self help plus approach provides strategies for managing distress and coping with adversity is safe and resulted in meaningful improvements in psychological distress and functioning compared to enhanced usual care over…