New Jersey Strengthens its Involuntary Commitment Laws
A new law in NJ is stirring up controversy among patient advocacy groups.
Health & Medicine
Using tDCS Treatment Means Safer Pain Management
Researchers hope tDSC can help mitigate the risks of pain medication.
Ubisoft Expands its Neurodiversity Awareness Efforts
Neurodiverse employees are creative, innovative and highly intelligent.
Schizophrenia Can be Linked to Cannabis Use Disorder, Experts Say
Study reveals young men with cannabis use disorder could be susceptible to developing schizophrenia.
Experts Share Tell-tale Signs of Internet Gaming Addiction
Playing video games can be a relaxing pastime but can also turn into a dangerous addiction.
Poor Maternal Mental Health Linked to Preterm Births
Mothers with mental health disorders are more likely to deliver early, studies show.
Chicago’s Mental Health Landscape Could be Changing
Chicago’s mental health resources have historically been scarce, but that could be shifting.
Transforming Nursing Home Care: Steps Towards Positive Change
Changing nursing home care for the better requires a collective effort from various stakeholders, including policymakers, healthcare professionals, facility administrators, residents, and their families.
Protecting the Legal Rights of 9/11 Survivors
Anyone who was in the disaster areas during the eligible time frame is encouraged to register for a potential claim right away, whether they are sick or not, and to get started with medical monitoring and health care through the WTCHP.
Gender-affirming States See Increase in Healthcare Wait Times
Patients are being met with long healthcare wait times in gender-affirming states.