Transgender youth on puberty blockers and gender-affirming hormones have lower rates of depression and suicidal thoughts, a new study finds
A wealth of evidence supports the protective mental health effects of gender-affirming care, despite ongoing legislation that asserts otherwise.
Arin Collin, Medical Student, University of Washington
• conversation
Feb. 25, 2022 • ~5 min
Feb. 25, 2022 • ~5 min
After the FDA issued warnings about antidepressants, youth suicides rose and mental health care dropped
A well-intentioned public health message has had serious negative impacts on the treatment of young people for depression.
Ross Koppel, Professor of Medical Informatics and Adjunct Professor of Sociology, University of Pennsylvania; Professor of Biomedical Informatics, University at Buffalo •
conversation
Feb. 15, 2022 • ~8 min
Feb. 15, 2022 • ~8 min
In research studies and in real life, placebos have a powerful healing effect on the body and mind
Drug manufacturers often shun the use of placebos in clinical trials. But research suggests that placebos could play an important role in the treatment of depression, pain and other maladies.
Hans Schroder, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of Michigan •
conversation
Feb. 11, 2022 • ~11 min
Feb. 11, 2022 • ~11 min
Can delta-8 THC provide some of the benefits of pot – with less paranoia and anxiety?
In the first published survey of users of the hemp-derived compound, respondents highlight some important therapeutic effects.
Jessica S. Kruger, Clinical Assistant Professor of Community Health and Health Behavior, University at Buffalo •
conversation
Jan. 31, 2022 • ~8 min
Jan. 31, 2022 • ~8 min
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