Mental health is on the decline all over the world. In fact, as reported by Sky News, a report authored by the Lancet-World Psychiatric Association Commission estimates that, “around 5 per cent of the adult population around the world in any year is living with depression. In high-income countries, about half of people suffering from … Continue reading “The Mental Health Crisis is Only Getting Worse”
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Top Companies Racing to Help with Mental Health
Millions of people all over the world are struggling with mental health issues. All thanks to the seemingly never-ending pandemic. In fact, according to Mental Health America, in 2021, Youth mental health is worsening. 9.7% of youth in the U.S. have severe major depression, compared to 9.2% in last year’s dataset. Even before COVID-19, the prevalence … Continue reading “Top Companies Racing to Help with Mental Health”
Psychedelics to Alter $2.5 Trillion Mental Health Market
Psychedelics could soon revolutionize the $2.5 trillion mental health market. In fact, according to co-CEO of the ATMA Journey Centers, David Harder, a quoted in a company press release, “The surge in demand for alternative options to traditional mental health support have fueled interest and curiosity in the burgeoning field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Mounting evidence … Continue reading “Psychedelics to Alter $2.5 Trillion Mental Health Market”
Ketamine May be Able to Treat Mood Disorders
Psychedelics, like ketamine could be key to revolutionizing mental health. In fact, according to medical university, Karolinska Institutet, “In a new study, researchers at Karolinska Institutet have further investigated the molecular mechanisms underlying ketamine’s antidepressant effects. Using experiments on both cells and mice, the researchers were able to show that ketamine reduced so-called presynaptic activity … Continue reading “Ketamine May be Able to Treat Mood Disorders”
Demand for Mental Healthcare Shows No Signs of Slowing
At the moment, millions of people all around the world are seeking help for mental health issues. All thanks to the pandemic. In fact, he issue has become so severe, the American Psychological Association (APA) says about 80% of adults (78%) say the pandemic is a significant source of stress. Two out of three adults … Continue reading “Demand for Mental Healthcare Shows No Signs of Slowing”
Mental Health is Well Worth the Investment
Now more than ever, mental well-being in the workplace is more important than ever. With the pandemic, family, work, and declining mental health issues around the world, companies are quickly waking up to their employee needs. In addition, according to The Washington Post, “More than half of employers surveyed late last year already were providing … Continue reading “Mental Health is Well Worth the Investment”