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Mental health conditions linked to higher risk of unintentional injury

People with mental health conditions face a significantly higher risk of physical injuries, according to a new University of Michigan study. Read More

Teens who use weed before age 15 have more trouble later, a study finds

Teens who start using cannabis before age 15 are more likely to use the drug often later in their lives. They are also more likely to develop mental and physical health problems in young adulthood ... Read More

Long-term effects of cannabis? It depends on when you started using

Starting cannabis use before the age of 15 may set the stage for future health struggles, according to a new study linking early cannabis use to higher odds of both mental and physical health problems ... Read More

UW Medicine program helps primary care providers treat mental health

A new UW Medicine program helps train primary care providers like doctors and nurse practitioners to help with patients' mental health needs. Read More

A mental health diagnosis and its ripple effects | The therapist is in

The Mental Health Project is a Seattle Times initiative focused on covering mental and behavioral health issues. It is funded by Ballmer Group, a national organization focused on economic mobility for ... Read More

Mental, Physical Health Top Parental Concerns in Comprehensive New Poll

Parents are increasingly worried about children's health, citing social media and screen time as top concerns impacting mental and physical well-being. The poll reveals significant gender differences ... Read More

Owning a smartphone at age 12 linked to mental and physical health risks

In early adolescence, smartphone ownership is associated with depression, obesity, and insufficient sleep, according to a study published online Dec. 1 in Pediatrics. Ran Barzilay, M.D., Ph.D., from ... Read More

Adolescents challenge FG, development partners on mental, physical health

Nigerian adolescents have called on the government and stakeholders to make mental and physical healthcare more accessible and youth-friendly, as the Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to ... Read More

Science-Backed Benefits of Gratitude on Mental & Physical Health Come With 1 Key Twist

Gratitude practices boost both mental and physical health, affecting happiness, stress, and heart health. Receiving gratitude is more potent for positive change than expressing gratitude. Regular ... Read More