Expert weighs in on impact isolation can have on mental health Updated: 7:56 PM PDT May 2, 2020 Hide Transcript Show Transcript MANY OF US ARE FEELING THE STRAIN OF WORKING FROM HOME AND HAVE HAD TO MAKE CHANGES TO OUR DAILY ROUTINES FOR SOME OF US, DEALING WITH THE LOSS OF SOMEONE TO CORONAVIRUS OR ANY ILLNESS RIGHT NOW IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. JOINING US NOW LIVE, DOCTOR MOE GELBART WITH THE THELMA MCMILLEN RECOVERY CENTE THANK YOU FOR JOINING US. THERE ARE A LOT OF PEOPLE STUCK AT HOME ALONE RIGHT NOW Continue reading →

NPR would like to hear from you about how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting your mental health. We are here to listen to your story and hope to use your experience to inform and help others. How are the stresses and anxieties of your situation affecting your psyche Continue reading →

When government officials issued stay-at-home orders to limit the spread of the coronavirus, Community Care Alliance bought about 150 flip phones with unlimited minutes to hand out to their patients. The organization, a healthcare nonprofit with several locations in Rhode Island, helps people with mental illnesses and addictions, many of whom are homeless or living in group homes. Continue reading →

A medical staff member walks past a flower tribute to the late ophthalmologist Li Wenliang at the Houhu Branch of Wuhan Central Hospital in Wuhan in Chinas central Hubei province on February 7, 2020. Photo illustration by Slate Continue reading →

The Victorian and ACT governments in recent days released support packages for international students facing hardship due to COVID-19. Victoria has committed A$45 million under which international students could be eligible for relief payments of up to $1,100, co-contributed by Victorian universities. Continue reading →

4 May 2020 In the study, published in Development and Psychopathology, children reported to have chronic health problems showed higher rates of mental illness at 10 years, and those health problems continued to be associated with poor mental health at the ages of 13 and 15. To carry out the study, researchers reviewed a sample of approximately 7000 children to investigate the occurrence of mental health disorders, including anxiety or depression, and chronic illness. The measure of chronic illness was based on mothers assessing their childs health at 10 and 13. Continue reading →

People are starting vegetable gardens big and small, including a plethora of backyard plots and windowsill herbs. Caring for a garden can be a respite from the horrors of the pandemic, as it serves several natural desires related to accomplishment, community and belonging and staying connected with nature. It can get partners and the whole family outside, happily bonding while doing an activity together. Continue reading →

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / May 4, 2020 / The Schizophrenia Society of Canada (SSC), with funding from Health Canada, is launching Cannabis and Psychosis, a campaign dedicated to supporting young people in learning about cannabis through examining the relationship between cannabis and psychosis. "There is a lot of information out there about the potential impacts of cannabis use for young people's developing brains and their mental health, especially regarding the link with psychosis," said Chris Summerville, CEO of the Schizophrenia Society of Canada (SSC). "With Mental Health Week here, we want to make sure people, especially vulnerable youth, are informed of the potential risks." Since the 2018 legalization of cannabis there has been a shift in the conversation and increased need for public education about non-medical cannabis use in Canada. Continue reading →

New and expectant mums who are struggling with their mental health are being reminded that support is still available during the COVID-19 crisis. Continue reading →

This photo is used for illustrative purpose. Gulf Today Report Although staying in isolation is a necessary measure for public health and safety, it may have a detrimental effect on peoples mental health. If your mental health is suffering during these periods of self-isolation, here are some ways you can ensure that your emotional and mental well-being are safeguarded. Continue reading →