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Internet-based psychotherapy may be cost-effective for anxiety and depression

The Social Care Elf

Ally Canaway blogs a systematic review which finds evidence of internet-based psychological interventions being cost-effective for depression and anxiety. The post Internet-based psychotherapy may be cost-effective for anxiety and depression appeared first on National Elf Service.

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Children’s Mental Health Week 2024: My Voice Matters

MQ Mental Health

The theme for Children’s Mental Health Week (5 to 11 February 2024) this year, the campaign’s 10 th year, is ‘My Voice Matters’. Autonomy can positively benefit mental health and lack of independence can, for adults, increase symptoms of depression. Childhood doesn’t usually involve much autonomy.

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Comparing psychotherapies for gay and bisexual men’s mental health

Society of Clinical Psychology

gay, bisexual) men’s health, finding that: Sexual minority men experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, substance use disorders , and HIV acquisition than heterosexual men. Preliminary trials of ESTEEM with sexual minority men demonstrated its ability to reduce depression, alcohol use, and condomless anal sex.

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AI Can Positively Impact Mental Health

University of Connecticut

By: Loan N guyen Lack of Self-Awareness AI can assist people to become more aware of mental health needs and seek professional help Apps used to track exercise, food intake, etc. can also be used to track behavioral patterns and send message to userabout concerns, changes in behavior, etc.

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Is travel good for your mental health?

MQ Mental Health

While travel might be challenging for someone with mental illness, it can also be life-enhancing. In this personal story from Juliette Burton that has key points backed by research, we explore how one person’s mental health challenges can be improved by exploring the world. I’ve been abroad alone for work, not for leisure.

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Maternal Mental Health Matters: A Neglected but Vital Issue

Relias

On January 23, we recognize Maternal Health Awareness Day , an initiative by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) to increase awareness and action related to maternal mortality and morbidity in the U.S. It affects not only the mother, but also their children, their families, and their communities.

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Observing therapist-patient interactions to predict dropout from psychotherapy

Society of Clinical Psychology

Over about the last 50 years, clinical research has proven without a doubt that psychotherapy significantly alleviates the symptoms of a wide range of mental illnesses, for example, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and addictions (Lutz et al., in an early session of psychotherapy.