Mental Notes: A Psychology Blog

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that roughly 25,500 psychiatrists are working in the United States today. Unfortunately, though, not all of these psychiatrists have the same qualifications or capabilities. For those who are struggling to find a good psychiatrist, or any other type of mental health medication prescriber, it can be hard to know

Herbs and other natural remedies are often recommended to those who are struggling with mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. However, there’s also a lot of confusion regarding the efficacy and safety of these supplements. For those who are considering using natural remedies for mental health, the following questions (and answers) can

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 20 percent of adults in the United States (that’s roughly 51.5 million people) live with at least one mental illness. There are plenty of medications available to help those with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. However, many find relief from dietary changes

According to the recent research, adverse drug events (or ADEs) lead to roughly 1.3 million emergency room visits per year. Of this 1.3 million, approximately 350,000 patients need to be hospitalized every year for additional treatment following an emergency room visit. Researchers believe that pharmacogenetic testing is an effective tool to help prevent ADEs and

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveal that 1 in 5 Americans are currently taking prescription medication to help them manage mental health conditions like anxiety and depression. Although it’s more common than it once was for people to take mental health medications, a lot of people still have questions about

According to the World Health Organization suicide is a leading cause of death around the world. In 2019 700,000 people died by suicide. That is 1 in every 100 people. In young people ages 15-29 they found that suicide is the 4th leading cause of death. They also found that in the United States rates

According to a new report from Mental Health America, the number of people in the United States who are looking for help with mental illnesses like anxiety and depression has increased dramatically. In 2020, for example, the organization saw a 93 percent increase in the number of people taking its anxiety screen and a 62