Whether it's your first time or not, moving onto campus can be a stressful transition. You can reduce the initial stress by preparing beforehand, and you can stop stress from...
When people hear the word autism, it’s often associated with a specific set of traits. But in reality, autism spectrum disorder is just that—a spectrum, encompassing a broad range of...
Activities like art, music, and recreation aren’t just for fun—they are also powerful tools experts at Huntsman Mental Health Institute utilize to treat mental health and substance use disorders. Collectively...
For the first time, researchers have created genetically modified fruit flies that can become addicted to cocaine. The new model could prove valuable for the development of therapies to prevent...
Mental and physical health are both crucial aspects of overall health—and they are closely interconnected. By focusing on mental health, you can also improve your physical health, and the same...
Mayo es el Mes de la Concienciación sobre la Salud Mental, un momento para dar prioridad a nuestro bienestar psicológico. La salud mental es más que la ausencia de una...
La vida con un recién nacido es todo un reto. Requiere cuidados las veinticuatro horas del día y funcionar con pocas horas de sueño mientras la madre se recupera de...
Most people have heard of postpartum depression, but you may not be as familiar with the baby blues. Nearly 85% of new mothers experience the baby blues, so know that...
Researchers have developed RiskPath an open source software toolkit that uses Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) to predict whether individuals will develop progressive and chronic diseases years before symptoms appear, potentially...
Mental health care is complicated, and the many hurdles associated with billing and insurance coverage are frustrating for patients and providers alike. We are working to better define quantifiable measures...
University of Utah Health and Huntsman Mental Health Institute are pleased to announce that Dave Eldredge, MSW, LCSW, has been named Executive Director of Huntsman Mental Health Institute.
Autism rates among Utah’s children remain steady and below the national average, according to new CDC data. The report highlights key demographic trends, early diagnosis progress, and Utah’s ongoing efforts...
Huntsman Mental Health Institute opens the Kem and Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Care Center, Utah’s first comprehensive crisis care facility. The Center offers 24/7 crisis support, inpatient care, and...
Mental health crises are never expected, and they can look different from one person to the next. Our integrated crisis care model—which includes a comprehensive network of aligned services and...
Huntsman Mental Health Institute and the Ad Council have partnered with Roblox to launch the first-ever nonprofit experience on Roblox dedicated to teen mental health. With the mental health of...
Today we announce W. Brett Graham, MBA, MPA, has been appointed interim CEO for Huntsman Mental Health Institute, and James C. Ashworth, MD, has been appointed interim chair for the...
Feeling anxious from time to time is simply part of being a human. But when anxiety is chronic and feels like it has taken control, our quality of life, daily...
The current challenges of mental health and substance use disorders impact everyone—patients, doctors, hospitals, insurance providers, schools, governments, and more. By better understanding the challenges, we can work more effectively...
Los signos de una crisis varían de una persona a otra, pero si nota que un ser querido presenta ciertos comportamientos, es posible que necesite ayuda.