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As Headspace booms, the app’s popularity outpaces its evidence

Stat News | August 7, 2020

As COVID-19 catapults the Headspace app into a new stratosphere of popularity, experts say its scientific grounding is shakier than its subscription numbers might suggest. A literature review on mental health and stress management apps authored by Nancy Lau, Elizabeth McCauley and colleagues is referenced.

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Why is the United States suicide rate so high?

DocWire News | July 31, 2020

New stressors brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic may create a "perfect storm" when it comes to increasing the suicide rate. Mark Reger, PhD, is quoted.

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Empathy and understanding: UW psychologists offer tips on relationships during the pandemic

UW News | July 31, 2020

Michele Bedard-Gilligan, PhD, gives advice on how to navigate tough times with friends and family.

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What comes after a pandemic? Resilience, according to psychologists

Right as Rain | July 29, 2020

Michele Bedard-Gilligan, PhD, and Emma PeConga, a doctoral student in psychology talk about the importance of resilience during COVID-19.

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Ginger forms advisory board to advance innovation and research in mental healthcare

Business Wire | July 28, 2020

Ginger, the leader in on-demand mental healthcare, announced the formation of the Ginger Advisory Board, further investing in its commitment to mental health research and innovation. Patricia Areán, PhD, will serve on this board along with other experts from various academic institutions and clinical organizations.

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Race is not a health risk factor. Racism is

KUOW | July 21, 2020

Roberto Montenegro, MD, PhD, talks about the ongoing equity disparities in health care and health outcomes.

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Behavioral specialists use holistic approaches to treat problem gambling

King 5 News | July 16, 2020

Behavioral health specialists are applying techniques used to treat drug and alcohol abuse to problem gambling. Ty Lostutter, PhD, talks about the study and treatment of gambling addiction.

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A revised definition of pain: IASP revises its definition for the first time since 1979

PR Newswire | July 16, 2020

The International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) has revised the definition of pain for the first time since 1979, the result of a years-long process that the association hopes will lead to new ways of assessing pain. Mark Sullivan, MD, participated on the 14-member, multinational Presidential Task Force.

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VCU researchers receive $3.1M grant to investigate sustainment of mental health programs in schools

Augusta Free Press | July 7, 2020

The National Institute of Mental Health has awarded a $3.1 million grant to a group of researchers, including Aaron Lyon, PhD, to study whether evidence-based mental health programs in schools continue after research support is removed.

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Psychiatric consult line for providers expands to 24/7

UW Medicine newsroom | July 1, 2020

As the public grapples with uncertainty and loss during the pandemic, UW Medicine has expanded a statewide psychiatric consultation service to 24/7 for healthcare providers caring for adults with behavioral health problems.

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