Who decides what works? Inside VA’s mental health treatment playbook
For veterans seeking treatment for PTSD, depression, anxiety or substance use disorders, the question sounds simple: If a…
‘Gross negligence’ alleged at Iowa mental health facility
INDEPENDENCE, Iowa (KCRG) – Lora Smith clearly remembers June 15th, 2024. She was working at the Independence Mental…
Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSD
The Department of Veterans Affairs is launching research to determine whether psilocybin — the psychoactive ingredient in “magic…
VA, HHS to increase psychedelic therapy research for PTSD, military-related mental health issues
The Departments of Veterans Affairs and Health and Human Services signed an agreement Monday to increase coordination on…
Family says they tried to get man mental health help before alleged beating
Family says they tried to get man mental health help before alleged beating Kenneth Flagg’s family says they…
Stunning Mosaics Made by Londoners with PTSD Offer Pieces of Healing in Community Artwork
Shepherdess Walk mosaic © GWC / GNN Tucked away in the parks and alleyways of East London lies…
Woman Confesses Her PTSD to a Neighbor After a Loud Knock at the Door—Then Instantly Regrets Sharing Too Much
Shutterstock When someone has been through a traumatic experience, they may experience PTSD, and there may be certain…
Over half of soldiers treated in rehab centers have mental health issues, stats show
The Defense Ministry’s Rehabilitation Department said Monday it has treated some 22,000 wounded soldiers since October 7, 2023,…
Topeka’s SENT offers EMDR therapy to address trauma
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – A traumatic experience can have a very real impact on your brain. It’s why…
Health Ministry panel seeks to halt use of medical cannabis in smokable form
As Israel has earned the distinction of having one of the highest rates of medical cannabis consumption per…
Health Ministry updates guidelines for medical cannabis perscription
The Health Ministry on Sunday published a wide-ranging set of recommendations that could significantly change how medical cannabis…
Number of Tasmania Police officers off duty due to mental health doubles in five years
More than 100 Tasmanian police officers are currently off duty due to mental health compensation claims, a number…