Suicide Prevention Month: The Urgent Need for Innovation in Mental Health Research Each September, Suicide Prevention Month reminds us of the critical importance of addressing mental health with urgency, compassion, and innovation. Suicide remains a leading cause of death worldwide, often linked to conditions like major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. Despite advances in awareness …
Back-to-School Stress and Depression: What Parents and Students Should Know As summer ends and the school year begins, many families prepare for new routines. But for some teens and young adults, this transition can trigger serious stress and worsen symptoms of depression. The Hidden Toll of School Stress While school offers growth and connection, it …
May is Mental Health Awareness Month—an important time to amplify conversations around mental wellness, reduce stigma, and spotlight the progress being made through research. Among the many conditions impacting millions of people worldwide, bipolar disorder remains one of the most complex and widely misunderstood. But thanks to ongoing clinical trials, we’re seeing promising advancements in …
Breaking the Stigma: Why Clinical Trials Are Essential for Advancing Addiction Treatment Addiction, particularly opioid and alcohol use disorders, remains one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time. Despite advances in treatment and growing awareness of the complex nature of addiction, stigma surrounding those affected continues to hinder progress. Fortunately, clinical trials …
As the new year begins, many of us set goals to improve our health and well-being. Whether it’s adopting healthier habits, exploring new medical options, or simply taking a more proactive approach to our wellness, the start of the year offers a fresh opportunity to prioritize our health. One often-overlooked avenue for achieving these goals …
November is National Caregivers Month, a time to celebrate the unwavering dedication of millions of individuals who provide care to loved ones. Whether it’s caring for a parent with dementia, supporting a spouse battling chronic illness, or helping a child with special needs, caregivers give endlessly of their time, energy, and hearts. This month, as …
Embracing National Wellness Awareness Month: A Guide to Holistic Well-being August is here, and with it comes National Wellness Awareness Month—an ideal time to focus on improving and maintaining our holistic well-being. Wellness isn’t just about physical health; it encompasses emotional, mental, social, and even spiritual aspects of our lives. In this blog post, we’ll …
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on the unique mental health challenges faced by racial and ethnic minority communities. Established to honor the legacy of Bebe Moore Campbell, an advocate for mental health awareness and co-founder of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Urban Los Angeles, …
Navigating Summer Depression: Tips for a Brighter Season While many people look forward to the warmth and excitement of summer, for some, the season brings feelings of depression and anxiety. Summer depression, a form of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), can catch you off guard when the world expects you to be at your happiest. If …
In celebration of National Minority Health Month, we explore the impact of diversity in clinical trials on public health. Clinical trials play a crucial role in medical research by testing the safety and efficacy of new treatments, making it essential that they accurately reflect the population they aim to serve. Read on to learn more …
Living with Bipolar Disorder? A Clinical Trial May Be An Option. Learn more today!
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