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5 Films to Watch During Mental Health Awareness Month
Lauren Styx · May 29, 2020
MedTruth shares our top five films that provide a window into the many different kinds of mental health journeys, in honor of May's Mental Health Awareness Month.
Health Features'Brain on Fire' Brings Attention to Rare, Maddening Mystery Illness
Kimberly Nicoletti · May 22, 2020
A young journalist experiencing unusual symptoms is misdiagnosed with a mental illness in the film adaptation of a true story, which successfully drew attention to an unrecognized autoimmune disease known as anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis.
Health Features‘Swallow’ Is a Haunting Cinematic Portrait on Body and Control
Ashley Lombardo · May 15, 2020
The film follows Hunter, a polished and newly pregnant housewife who craves inedible objects. Her experiences with an eating disorder known as pica explore themes of compulsion, control and the expectations of motherhood and domesticity.
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Amazon Prime Series 'Undone' Creatively Warps Space and Time
Annie Simon · April 10, 2020
Amazon Prime's original show 'Undone' is a visually stunning depiction of trauma and mental illness from the creators of Bojack Horseman.
Health FeaturesAmerican Youth at Growing Risk of Suicide and Self-Harm
Kimberly Nicoletti · April 2, 2020
The rate of suicide attempts and self-harming behavior is on the rise in recent years, doubling in children and teens in less than a decade.
Health FeaturesAmerican Youth at Growing Risk of Suicide and Self-Harm
Kimberly Nicoletti · April 2, 2020
The rate of suicide attempts and self-harming behavior is on the rise in recent years, doubling in children and teens in less than a decade.
Health FeaturesHow Florida's Baker Act Impacts Suicide
S. Nicole Lane · January 16, 2020
The Baker Act allows for certain at-risk patients to be held involuntarily for up to 72 hours in a mental health facility. Though this law is meant to protect patients, many say resources provided to patients were inadequate upon leaving the facility.
Laws + CongressIs Depression Linked to the Gut Biome?
Francesca Prato · January 6, 2020
Recent research indicates that the brain-gut connection may have strong implications for future treatment of depression and other mental disorders.
Health FeaturesMore Than 20 Physical Illnesses Linked to Depression
Carah Wertheimer · December 3, 2019
A recent study has linked depression to physical illnesses, such as asthma, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, urinary tract disorders and more.
Research + FindingsFriday Film: “The Mind, Explained” Brings Clarity to the Brain’s Complexities
Emma Schkloven · November 15, 2019
Narrated by Emma Stone, the Netflix miniseries is a great introduction to the cerebral science of the human mind and all its complexities.
Health FeaturesSuicide, Stigma and a System Delaying Mental Health Care
Lauren Delisle · September 10, 2019
In January, 17-year-old Melody Saenz attempted suicide. Her experience with New York mental health services epitomizes the difficult journey to seeking mental health care, as pervasive stigmas, ill-equipped emergency departments and financial burdens add complex layers to finding treatment and recovery.
Health FeaturesSuicide, Stigma and a System Delaying Mental Health Care
Lauren Delisle · September 10, 2019
In January, 17-year-old Melody Saenz attempted suicide. Her experience with New York mental health services epitomizes the difficult journey to seeking mental health care, as pervasive stigmas, ill-equipped emergency departments and financial burdens add complex layers to finding treatment and recovery.
Health FeaturesFriday Film: Heal, a Documentary on the Power of the Mind
Lauren Delisle · August 30, 2019
Combining her loves for filmmaking, yoga, meditation, and spiritualism, Kelly Noonan Gores set out to talk with some of the world's most renowned alternative medicine healers. Though "Heal" is a bit limiting in its condemnation of Western medicine, its message on the power of the mind is notable.
Health FeaturesIs Suicide an Adverse Effect of LASIK Surgery?
S. Nicole Lane · August 20, 2019
Sudden and tragic deaths following a popular eye procedure may indicate that suicidality is an adverse effect of LASIK surgery. Many doctors now believe that the procedure may cause neurological issues that lead to suicidal ideation. Patients experiencing complications feel they were not properly warned.
Health FeaturesIs Suicide an Adverse Effect of LASIK Surgery?
S. Nicole Lane · August 20, 2019
Sudden and tragic deaths following a popular eye procedure may indicate that suicidality is an adverse effect of LASIK surgery. Many doctors now believe that the procedure may cause neurological issues that lead to suicidal ideation. Patients experiencing complications feel they were not properly warned.
Health FeaturesFood and Mood: How to Treat Depression With Diet
Tess Francke · May 29, 2019
In the average lifespan, 60 tons of food will pass through the GI tract along with microorganisms from the environment. The gut has a big job, so it's no wonder diet can drastically impact wellbeing. Recent science suggests it's a perfectly effective regulatory solution to treat depression with diet.
Health FeaturesHow 5 Creative Women Conquer Stress
Lauren Delisle · May 7, 2019
So often, it’s easy to forget that our mental health is just as important as our physical well-being. Here are helpful tips from creative women on how to manage stress.
Health FeaturesHow Social Media Affects Mental Health
Emma Schkloven · April 23, 2019
After recent studies indicating a rise in diagnosed and reported Major Depression among adolescents, many question the cause. With average daily time spent online on the rise, it's not surprising more and more people are noticing how social media affects mental health.
Health Features5 Tips for Relieving and Reducing Stress
Lauren Delisle · April 22, 2019
Common symptoms of chronic stress include emotional reactivity, memory loss, changes in appetite, and decreased sex drive. By implementing practices that reduce stress, we can learn to combat those invasive health impacts of stress and lead calmer lives.
Health FeaturesTaking Vacation Time a Little More Seriously
Ashley Lombardo · January 10, 2018
We work hard and we play hard. But do we vacation well enough? We offer advice on making the most of your time away from the office.
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