Questions about the effects of screen time abound in our modern society. Does it really affect mental health or social...
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What are the new cool technology advancements for mental health clients and therapist resources? What have legislatures passed that affect mental health policy and practice? Do those affect each other or ethical concerns?
From good telehealth apps to AI for helping certain conditions to new laws passed regarding practice standards, bridge has news on tech and policy in mental health!
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Are men and boys falling behind? What to know and how to help.
Economic and social markers now show that men and boys are falling behind in multiple aspects of American society. Researchers...
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How Meta court rulings affect mental health awareness
There has been a lot of buzz about social media and mental health awareness. It is clear that some aspects...
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Serotonin’s role in mental health is now in question
Serotonin imbalances in the brain have become a popular explanation for depression, anxiety, and OCD. Understanding serotonin's role in mental...
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AI apps for therapy session notes. What to know.
There is a new rash of AI apps for therapy session notes on the scene. Transcription software for mental health...
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Latest Tech and Policy
How do we provide good gender-affirming care?
Gender-affirming care has become a hot topic in the medical field. This is probably because some U.S. states have been rolling...
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Should mental health apps be regulated?
Ahhh the pandemic. #weirdesttimeever. But interesting and helpful mental health advancements came out of that time. We saw decreased stigma...
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New mental health courts arise in California
Ever wonder why courts apply traditionally criminal-based recommendations when mental health care might benefit an individual. Well, California is instituting...
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SBIRT: A new way to address SUDs
The APA is making substance use disorder treatment easier. They are advocating for screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment...
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Using VR for mental health treatment
VR for mental health treatment?? Wait.... Does that really work? Researchers have examined virtual reality (VR) for treating mental health...
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New app screens mental health for school children
Research has confirmed recent increases in anxiety and depression among children and adolescents. Multiple factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, can...
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No Surprises in California
California says no surprises in health care bills! The state is working to make it easier for clients to understand...
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Video Games for ADHD
ADHD can have a great impact on the lives of children and adults who experience it. It can also be...
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Bloody Depression! A blood test for depression??
Researchers at Indiana University have developed a blood test to identify depression and bipolar disorders. It is thought to have...
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Psychedelic assisted therapy: All the rage.
There is no doubt that people who experience depression, anxiety, PTSD, and a number of other conditions can feel trapped...
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VR shows promise for pain psychology
Continued research has led chronic pain psychology and treatment to focus increasingly on cognitive-behavioral methods for managing pain (e.g., cognitive...
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