The reality of today’s mental health care system is that most people who need help don’t get it. They simply may not have access, care may not be affordable or perceived stigma of seeking help may be a barrier. That’s all too often today’s reality. Enter virtual reality. This technology seems to be expanding everywhere on a commercial level – …
New Podcast Asks: What Would You Do When Mental Illness Derails a Successful Life?
What should a doctor do when his patient’s spouse begs him to commit her husband on an involuntary hold? When medical illness strikes a business owner, is his partner right to ask him to conceal his treatment from clients? And if a psychiatrist isn’t making enough money in medical insurance reimbursements to cover his daughter’s school, should he go to …
MMB: Online tool for moms
Depression and anxiety among women are quite common during pregnancy or after the birth of a child. It’s not just what people often called the “baby blues.” When a woman previously has been prone to ailments like postpartum depression, pregnancy and birth can trigger or exacerbate serious mental health disorders. Sona Dimidjian, an associate professor in the Department of Psychology …
Inside Out: The Entertainment Industry’s Potential as a Mental Health Resource
“Inside Out” is an award-winning animated film in which the emotions of a young girl come to life through the characters Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust. As the Pixar box office smash hit set opening week records, it also highlighted the need for mental health resources that engage kids in ways that are appealing and easy to understand. After …