Rick Doblin: How Can We Use Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy To Treat Trauma?
Many psychedelic drugs are illegal in the U.S. But Rick Doblin says psychedelic-assisted therapy helps many patients get to the core of their trauma.
Mental Health
Sharp, 'Off The Charts' Rise In Alcoholic Liver Disease Among Young Women
Some doctors are seeing a disturbing spike in lethal alcoholic liver disease, especially among young women. The recent trend has been supercharged, they say, by the pandemic's isolation and pressures.
Professionals See Uptick In Teen Mental Health Issues Aggravated By Pandemic
NPR's Michel Martin discusses teen menthal health amid the pandemic with NPR's Anya Kamenetz, clincal psychologist and columnist Andrea Bonior, and high school counselor Melisa Hannon.
Hospital Emergency Rooms Struggle With Overdose Spike During Pandemic
The CDC says hospitals saw a lot more emergency cases involving drug overdoses, as well as mental health crises and suicide attempts. Many emergency departments weren't ready.
The Pandemic Has Increased Our Stress Levels, And It's Affecting Our Physical Health
A new survey by the American Psychological Association finds that Americans have been more stressed out in the past year than in previous years, and it's also taking a toll on our physical health.
6-Month Experiment Replacing Denver Police With Mental Health Teams Dubbed A Success
A Denver city councilmember who supports defunding police weighs new success of replacing cops with mental health teams. Six months in, the team has responded to almost 750 calls, without one arrest.
'Providers Don't Even Listen': Barriers To Alzheimer's Care When You're Not White
Nonwhite Americans looking for care for a loved one are much more likely than whites to encounter discrimination, language barriers, and providers who lack cultural competence, a new report finds.
5 Medical Appointments You Should Stop Putting Off
If you've been delaying routine medical care in the past year, now's the time to catch up, doctors say. The consequences of missing some key screenings and health checkups can be lethal.
As Fires Worsen, A Mental Health Crisis For Those Battling Them
Wildfires are burning more frequently and intensely in a warming world, making them harder to put out. Some fire agencies are expanding support as they see increased cases of anxiety and depression.
College Tuition Sparked A Mental Health Crisis. Then The Hefty Hospital Bill Arrived
A student sought counseling help after panicking over a tuition bill. A weeklong stay in a psychiatric hospital followed — along with a $3,413 bill. The hospital soft-pedaled its charity care policy.