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Wake Up Well: How do you take care of your mental health?
We asked you what you do to tend to your mental well-being. -
Why a chatbot therapist could be worse than no therapist at all
With therapists in short supply, scientists are exploring whether a large language model-trained chatbot could bridge the gap, as well as the potential ethical implications. -
Loneliness most prevalent for bisexual, transgender adults in America, CDC research says
Loneliness can leave people more vulnerable to physical and mental illnesses. -
To fight toxic masculinity, Lawrence-based Brothers in Arms creates a safe space for men
Brothers in Arms Support Circle promotes the development of healthy masculinity through restorative men’s circles. -
Misconduct claims may derail MDMA psychedelic treatment for PTSD
People with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may soon have a new treatment option: MDMA, the chemical found in ecstasy. In August, the Food and Drug Administration plans to decide whether MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD will be approved for market based on years of research. But serious allegations of research misconduct may derail the approval timeline. NPR science reporter Will Stone talks to host Emily Kwong about the clinical trials on MDMA-assisted therapy research and a recent report questioning the validity of the results. Read Will's full story here. -
Tewksbury Hospital staff raise alarm about violent patient encounters
Nurses and health professionals picketed Monday to draw attention to an increasing number of workplace violence incidences and nurse retention issues at the state’s facility. -
Editing photos for social media linked to pursuing cosmetic procedures, new BU research shows
A new study from Boston University found that, post-COVID, people were more likely to think that having a cosmetic procedure would boost their self-esteem. -
Wake Up Well: Looking for mental health support? Call, text or chat these resources
If you want to know more about mental health-related topics or are seeking more information about how to get help, we hope you can find these resources useful. -
Post-9/11 veterans suffering from head trauma and PTSD need new treatment
TRACTS, or the Translational Research Center for TBI and Stress Disorders, aims to develop effective treatments for veterans suffering from co-occurring disorders. -
Americans who live alone report depression at higher rates, but social support helps
The number of people living alone in the U.S. jumped to nearly 38 million. A new study shows people who live alone are more likely to report depression if they didn't have other social supports.