Breaking the Silence: Advancing Men’s Mental Health Through Clinical Research Mental health affects everyone—but stigma doesn’t treat everyone equally. For many men, asking for help comes with invisible hurdles: pressure to appear strong, fear of judgment, and a lack of support systems that truly understand their needs. These barriers have kept too many men suffering …
Suicide Prevention Month: The Urgent Need for Innovation in Mental Health Research Each September, Suicide Prevention Month reminds us of the critical importance of addressing mental health with urgency, compassion, and innovation. Suicide remains a leading cause of death worldwide, often linked to conditions like major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. Despite advances in awareness …
Back-to-School Stress and Depression: What Parents and Students Should Know As summer ends and the school year begins, many families prepare for new routines. But for some teens and young adults, this transition can trigger serious stress and worsen symptoms of depression. The Hidden Toll of School Stress While school offers growth and connection, it …
When it comes to addiction and mental health, men often face distinct challenges that can impact their path to recovery. From social expectations to biological differences, the experience of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in men requires a deeper understanding—and clinical research is stepping up to the task. Understanding the Male Experience Opioid …
Research Group (ERG) as we spread awareness, education, and resources about #mentalhealthy! Wear green for the month of May to show your support and create awareness! Maintaining good mental health is essential to every individual’s overall health and well-being. Mental health conditions are common, manageable, and treatable. One in 5 people will experience a mental …
Schizophrenia is a brain disorder affecting over 20 million people in the world. There is still a lot we don’t know about why and how this chronic condition develops. However, ongoing clinical research efforts show growing evidence of chemical and structural differences in the brains of individuals with schizophrenia. These new developments may eventually help …
Schizophrenia is a chronic disorder, and fears about it rarely contain any truth. While it can be serious, a diagnosis of schizophrenia doesn’t mean a life of never-ending worsening symptoms and recurring hospitalizations. It means setting aside the myths that say you can’t get better, embarking on the treatments that have proven you can. Symptoms …
Schizophrenia is a challenging brain disorder that affects how a person acts, thinks, and sees the world. It often makes it difficult to think clearly, regulate emotions, distinguish reality, and relate to others. If you have a loved one with schizophrenia, supporting them can make a huge difference by helping them find the right treatment, …
As with any challenge we face in life, the support of loved ones, faith, and community aids in successfully navigating the path to resolution and healing. When it comes to mental health issues like schizophrenia, deep-rooted misinformation and stigma can isolate and shame individuals. In many cases, it’s unintentional, and sometimes it’s not. By shattering …
Mental health disorders typically have certain stigmas surrounding them. Schizophrenia is no exception, with movies and TV shows amplifying stereotypes. Fact and fiction weave amongst the blurred lines, and many people wonder if it will ever change. It’s common for people not to know they have schizophrenia due to all the myths and misconceptions. In …