Tag: Antidepressants

  • Children May Be in Danger With the Increase in Diagnoses and Medication Use

    Children May Be in Danger With the Increase in Diagnoses and Medication Use

    A groundbreaking study reveals a significant shift in adolescent healthcare, with an increasing focus on mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Doctors are now prescribing psychiatric medications more frequently than ever, spotlighting the urgent need to address the mental well-being of today’s youth. Join our hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan…

  • Staying Active to Stay Positive: The Role of Exercise in Combating Suicide

    Staying Active to Stay Positive: The Role of Exercise in Combating Suicide

    Join hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes as they get in discussion with guest therapist Ryan Heapy on how exercise could do more than just improve your physical fitness—it might be the key to combating suicidal thoughts and attempts. Don’t miss this life-saving exploration of exercise as a potential ally in mental health care. Exercise…

  • Exercise Your Way to Happiness and Wellness

    Exercise Your Way to Happiness and Wellness

    Welcome to Psychology Behind the Headlines with our hosts, Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu. Learn how exercise can lift your spirits and combat depression, with practical tips from Dr. Jude Black. Join us as we explore the transformative impact of movement on mental health. Exercise: A Powerful Ally Against Depression Extensive research from the University…

  • Overcoming Mental Struggles on the Road to Olympics

    Overcoming Mental Struggles on the Road to Olympics

    Explore the shift in America’s view on sexual orientation and mental health with hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Dan Bober. Learn about the rise in bisexual identification, the healing power of familiar scents, and how athletes are advocating for mental health. Openness to Bisexual Identity A significant shift in how Americans identify…

  • Are Divorced Women at Risk? Is Your Phone Ruining Relationships? How Can We Save Our Teens?

    Are Divorced Women at Risk? Is Your Phone Ruining Relationships? How Can We Save Our Teens?

    Discover the profound effects of divorce on women over 50, the implications of excessive phone use on relationships, and the concerning rise in teen substance abuse. Gain invaluable insights from our expert hosts, Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest, Dr. Dan Bober, as they discuss these pressing topics. Psychological Impact of Divorce in women over…

  • Women and Addiction: A Growing Concern

    Women and Addiction: A Growing Concern

    Addiction is a growing concern for individuals of all genders and ages, but women face unique challenges when it comes to substance abuse and other forms of addiction. Research shows that women are more likely to experience certain types of addiction and may face unique challenges in accessing treatment and support. The most prevalent forms…

  • Mental Health in the 20th Century

    Mental Health in the 20th Century

    In the 20th century, attitudes towards mental health and the treatment of mental illness evolved significantly. The rise of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy as well as advancements in neuropsychiatry and psychopharmacology led to a shift away from inhumane treatments and towards more humane and evidence-based approaches. The development of new medications, such as antipsychotics and antidepressants,…