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...
In the aftermath of a global pandemic, loneliness has become a widespread issue, affecting about one-third of Americans. However, you can take some steps to feel more connected to others...
Presidential elections bring on a great deal of stress for many different reasons. While we can’t eliminate anxiety altogether, we can take steps to avoid stressful situations.
Anxiety can be a problem at any age. It's a part of life. However, there are times when anxiety becomes more than a momentary or temporary thing in a child's...
University of Utah Health scientists discovered insights into the importance of a minor cell type in the brain—microglia—in controlling anxiety-related behaviors. The findings could lead to new approaches for targeted...
Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) welcomes Sahib S. Khalsa, MD, PhD, as our Department of Psychiatry Grand Rounds speaker on April 5, 2023. His presentation is titled “Interoception and mental...
People are becoming increasingly interested in classic psychedelics as potential interventions to treat a range of mental health conditions. Psilocybin is a classic psychedelic that is showing promising results in...
Shami Kanekar, PhD, is a neuroscientist and a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry. Her groundbreaking research is in the areas of depression, anxiety, and substance use.
Young adults who use social media are three times as likely to suffer from depression. Understand social media's negative impact on youth mental health and the importance of healthy social...
The holiday season may be "the most wonderful time of the year," but it's the most dreaded for some. Here are some tips on making this holiday season more enjoyable—for...
