Dr. Sibley suggests that effective treatment for adult ADHD should combine both medication and non-medication approaches to help individuals manage their symptoms and take control of their lives. This approach is not reflected in the study, which highlights the need for further research on long-term treatments and combinations of treatments, particularly among adults with ADHD.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/what-s-the-best-treatment-for-adhd-large-new-study-offers-clues-1.7150865A recent study has revealed a concerning trend in the mental health of teenagers, with over 75% experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety. The research found that 64% of adolescents are facing chronic mental health issues, indicating a significant crisis among this age group.
https://indiatoday.in/health/story/more-than-75-teenagers-experience-depression-and-anxiety-2651847-2024-12-19A recent study led by Dr. Bruno Bizzozero-Peroni, a postdoctoral researcher at the Health and Social Research Centre in Spain's University of Castilla-La Mancha, suggests that engaging in any form of physical activity can be an effective way to prevent depression. The research found that promoting physical activity, regardless of its intensity or type, is beneficial for mental health.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/the-next-step-to-treating-your-depression-may-be-upping-your-step-count-study-says-1.7148426A new study has found that taking at least 10,000 steps per day can be beneficial in reducing symptoms of depression. The research, conducted by unnamed researchers and published in JAMA Network Open on December 16, 2024, suggests that increasing physical activity beyond this threshold may not have a significant impact on depressive symptoms. This finding adds walking to the list of physical activities such as aerobics, weight training, yoga, and tai chi that can help prevent depression. The study's authors conclude that setting daily step goals could be an effective public health strategy for preventing depression.
https://www.montanarightnow.com/lifestyles/health/as-daily-steps-rise-depression-levels-fall/article_28b889a6-0b15-55eb-8d65-3fe1263f39d8.htmlResearchers led by Jimenez-Lopez found that taking more than 7,500 steps per day was associated with a 43% lower prevalence of depression in all age groups and genders. The benefits of walking for mental health appeared to plateau at around 10,000 steps per day. This suggests that setting daily step goals may be an effective public health strategy for preventing depression, similar to other forms of physical activity such as aerobics, weight training, yoga, and tai chi.
https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2024/12/16/increasing-daily-steps-help-depression/2341734372604/Dr. Anna Lembke has written two books on the topic of addiction, including "The Official Dopamine Nation Workbook" and "Drug Dealer, MD". In her research, she found that addiction is a compulsive behavior that can take many forms, including substance use or habits that cause harm to oneself or others.
https://www.deseret.com/magazine/2024/12/15/digital-addiction-anna-lembke/Discovery Behavioral Health's Houston-based Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC) is now accepting Optum for Medicaid patients, expanding access to care for low-income individuals in Harris County. The center offers detox and residential and outpatient programs for adults and adolescents, addressing the significant need for substance use treatment in Texas. According to a 2023 report from The Perryman Group, the economic impact of addiction in Texas is substantial, with an estimated $50.1 billion loss in economic output and $84.6 billion in pain and suffering. Discovery Behavioral Health's President & CEO John Peloquin stated that the company has established trusted relationships with payers and managed care organizations serving Texans and welcomes the opportunity to serve more residents. The center offers a full continuum of care, including detoxification, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and virtual care services.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/discovery-behavioral-health-expands-access-to-substance-use-treatment-through-optum-medicaid-in-texas-302331603.htmlA recent study in Tharparkar, Pakistan has identified teenage despair, social isolation, and forced marriages as contributing factors to high rates of mental health issues among the region's youth. The research recommends launching targeted campaigns to reduce stigma around mental health, establishing mental health facilities and tele-psychiatry services, and addressing socioeconomic stressors such as poverty and unemployment. Local healthcare providers and lady health workers were recognized for their role in collecting data from remote areas. The study was supported by the Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUMHS), Thar Foundation, and the Sir Cowasji Jehangir Institute of Psychiatry.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1260694-survey-reveals-stigma-barrier-to-mental-health-care-in-tharparkarA recent survey conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health found that nearly 75% of male patients treated at the National Institute of Ophthalmology for eye injuries sustained during the July-August uprising are currently suffering from depression. The study, presented by Dr Muntasir Maruf, associate professor at the National Institute of Mental Health, involved a survey of 55 male patients and suggests a significant mental health concern among this group.
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