• By NCODA Editorial Staff  |  Jul 16, 2025

    The Importance of Mental Health in Cancer Treatment

    When it comes to cancer treatment, the focus is often limited to mechanisms by which the disease itself can be managed, through standard regimes such as chemotherapy, radiation, and surgical interventions. However, the mental health challenges that accompany a life-threatening diagnosis are just as critical and frequently overlooked. Many cancer…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Jul 2, 2025

    Improving Suicide Care in Health & Behavioral Health Systems

    Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States and a major public health concern. Research has shown that identifying and helping people at risk for suicide during regular care visits can help prevent it. Primary care clinics are particularly important in this regard, as research has shown…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Jun 18, 2025

    Assisted Outpatient Treatment Expands Options for People with Severe Mental Illness

    People with severe mental illness (SMI)—severe bipolar disorder, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, and major depression with psychotic features – can be caught in a cycle of repeat hospitalizations, homelessness, and incarcerations. While state psychiatric hospitals provide a critical service for people with SMI, the number of state hospital beds has been…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  May 7, 2025

    24/7 Helpline Provides Vital Support to Parents, Caregivers and Youth

    Emotional distress and crises don’t take holidays. They don’t take the weekends off or pause for the evening after the work or school day is done. Fortunately, neither do the trained counselors at the National Parent & Youth Helpline™. Whether someone is in the midst of a personal or mental…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Apr 23, 2025

    Psychosocial Oncologists Committed to Ending Disparities in Cancer Care

    Patients with cancer and their care supporters may experience many forms of physical and mental distress throughout their cancer trajectory. As an integral component of cancer care, psychosocial oncology helps cancer patients and their loved ones, address the psychological, behavioral, emotional, and social issues that may arise. The American Psychosocial…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Apr 10, 2025

    Ending the Stigma: Amplifying Teen Voices in Mental Health

    One in four people will be affected by a mental illness at some point of their lives, and an estimated three-quarters of mental health disorders start before the age of 24. Unfortunately, more than 50% of people living with a mental illness will not seek help because of stigma, keeping…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Mar 26, 2025

    ADHD & Anxiety: Two Common Coexisting Disorders

    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition characterized by an ongoing pattern of inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and/or issues with executive functioning. Symptoms of ADHD often include a persistent and pervasive inability to focus, disorganization, and restlessness. Over two-thirds of people with ADHD have at least one additional coexisting condition1…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Mar 12, 2025

    Supporting the Mental Health of Cancer Patients

    When considering the impact of a cancer diagnosis, many people may naturally focus on the physical aspects of the disease – what cancer does to the body. However, cancer can affect a patient’s mental health too, as well as the mental health of one’s family and caregivers. According to the…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
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