#mental health

“Chemo Brain” Is a Growing Problem for Cancer Survivors

Depression and anxiety have worsened since the pandemic, which has led to more people using drugs and alcohol.

A new effort to help dying patients gain legal access to psilocybin — the mind-altering compound found in so-called magic mushrooms

Those in nursing homes and assisted living centers are watching cases rise in long-term care facilities with a sense of dread.

These are unprecedented times, with unprecedented challenges that are creating unprecedented stress and widespread problems for sleep.

Individuals report that their health and well-being is worse because of the social distancing required during the pandemic.

In one small study, most workers who tested positive for the coronavirus had no symptoms and worked face-to-face with customers.

Those who reported either an increase or decrease in imbibing were more likely to experience stress and anxiety.

Sudden cognitive dysfunction is a common concern for seniors who’ve survived a serious bout of COVID-19.

Nationwide, surveys have found increasing rates of depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts during the pandemic.

According to a national poll by NPR and Ipsos this July, 82% of K-12 teachers were concerned about returning to the classroom.

Homeless people, incarcerated individuals and people with mental health conditions achieved a high cure rate.

Trevor Maxwell shares why he formed Man Up to Cancer in the midst of his cancer battle.

Why did it take a pandemic to force me out of the coffin and restore life back into me?

The former first lady disclosed that she periodically suffers from depression.

Findings showed that being treated for a mental health disorder increased the chance of survival among veterans with lung cancer.

The NCCN Distress Thermometer enables discussion and treatment of distress as part of routine care for people with cancer.