Author Archives: JmaC

Spirituality May Boost Mental Health

Posted on August 22, 2016 by JmaC

Forgiveness emerged as the most telling trait among people in five religions. THURSDAY, Aug. 23, 2012 (HealthDay News) — Spirituality can be uplifting for your mental health, according to a new study. University of Missouri researchers examined the results of … Continue reading →

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Finding Help for Mental Health Issues

Posted on August 22, 2016 by JmaC

If you’re feeling down most of the time and find yourself withdrawing from social activities, you may be facing mental health issues. It may be hard to reach out for help, but you may need emotional support to get better. … Continue reading →

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Debt Linked to Mental Health Problems

Posted on August 22, 2016 by JmaC

People in debt are three times more likely to have a mental health problem than those not in debt, according to new research led by the University of Southamptom. With levels of debt increasing in the recent years, in light … Continue reading →

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Physical Ailments Take Toll on Mental Health

Posted on August 22, 2016 by JmaC

People with severe or chronic illness have much higher odds of needing psychiatric care. TUESDAY, July 24, 2012 (HealthDay News) — People with physical health problemsranging from back pain to cancer are three times more likely to seek mental health … Continue reading →

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OIG: Mental Health Centers Need Scrutiny

Posted on August 22, 2016 by JmaC

Inspector general wants more regulation for flawed centers. WASHINGTON — WEDNESDAY, Aug. 22, 2012 (MedPage Today) — Most community mental health centers employ at least one questionable billing practice, a government report has found. More than half of community mental … Continue reading →

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