Mental Health

Comparing the efficacy of psychotherapy interventions for suicidality

April 21, 2021

A literature review examines the effectiveness of a number of interventions meant to target self-harm and suicidality.

Severe malnutrition in a female adolescent

April 09, 2021

A 19-year-old young woman presents with rapid onset weight loss. What's the diagnosis?

Examining the mental health symptoms of Black or Latinx trans teens

April 01, 2021

Teenagers who are Black or Latinx as well as transgender face discrimination on 2 different fronts. A report examines whether this leads to a greater mental health burden.

Using programs to tackle mental health problems linked to racial discrimination

March 30, 2021

Frequent experiences with racial discrimination often leads to negative mental health consequences for Black teenagers. A report examines whether programs meant to enhance caregiving practices could mitigate this association.

Examining the connection between depression and sleep disruption

March 26, 2021

We all know the importance of a good night’s sleep, but can a child’s sadness be tied to a poor night of sleep? A meta-analysis examines if a connection exists between disrupted sleep and depression.

Brief behavior therapy could be cost-effective way of managing patients’ anxiety

March 19, 2021

An investigation examines whether using a brief behavior therapy program could be a highly effective way to treat anxiety and depression in pediatric patients.

Poll: Parents note worsening mental health conditions because of pandemic

March 16, 2021

Teenagers are a very social group and the pandemic has severely restricted the ability to socialize. A new poll examines the impact of this restriction.

Eating disorder prevalence may be underreported

March 12, 2021

An investigation examines whether a key report on global health trends is hugely underestimating eating disorder cases.

Impact of opioid misuse timing on suicidality in teens

March 10, 2021

Prescription opioid misuse has been linked to suicidality. A study examines whether the timing of the misuse, either past or current, has an impact.

Adolescent in detention center presents with hallucinations

March 09, 2021

A 17-year-old boy with a history of anxiety was transported from a juvenile detention center for altered mental status, including hallucinations and agitation. What's the diagnosis?