USA Today | May 28, 2020
Roberto Montenegro, MD, PhD, studies the biological effects of discrimination and says living in a world where your body is a threat is painful and taxing. "People of color already carry the burden of structural racism in our history and in our bodies," Montenegro said. "COVID has highlighted how power, privilege, and access to means and resources are distributed disproportionately."
Department news | May 27, 2020
Within a few months, COVID‐19 has caused tremendous anxiety, trauma and grief. We are seeing increased stress in individuals with preexisting mental health or substance use disorders who may be physically isolated and have reduced access to their usual treatment programs or support systems, and we are also seeing new mental health and substance use problems […]
PsychiatryAdvisor | May 22, 2020
Nancy Lau, PhD, talks about the state of the mobile health field before COVID-19, and how the pandemic may affect digital technologies in healthcare.
Right as Rain | May 20, 2020
It’s possible to overcome your fear of needles says Michele Bedard-Gilligan, PhD. Dr. Bedard-Gilligan offers some advice to help the process go smoothly.
The New York Times | May 20, 2020
With both bars and gyms closed, drinking and walking — or “walktailing” — has been occurring at a seemingly unprecedented rate. Richard Ries, MD, comments on the new American phenomenon.
Right as Rain | May 18, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has made not feeling OK the new normal. Barbara McCann, PhD, gives advice on how to cope with the “protracted losing” of the way things were.
GeekWire | May 18, 2020
Seattle-based Lyssn led by David Atkins, PhD, uses AI and machine learning to transcribe therapist-patient conversations into text and analyzes the interactions to determine if providers are using evidence-based, best practices in their treatment.
The Spokesman-Review | May 13, 2020
Fear and anxiety in COVID-19 times can spiral and even trigger a panic attack. Jennifer Erickson, DO, gives advice on how to reframe anxiety and stress and the benefit of allowing yourself to worry.
UW Notebook | May 13, 2020
JAMA has named a powerful first-person essay by Roberto Montenegro, MD, PhD, one of the top pieces from the last 10 years in the journal’s ongoing “A Piece of My Mind” series. His essay, “My Name is Not ‘Interpreter’” has been reprinted in the journal’s 40th anniversary theme issue.
Thrive Global | May 12, 2020
It’s important to reach out, but the way we communicate is key. Ursula Whiteside, PhD, says a happy memory can serve as a positive anecdote and conversation starter.
