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A Simple Grip Strength Test May Reveal Mental Health Risks
Could a simple hand-squeeze test reveal signs of depression or dementia? A growing body of research suggests that hand grip strength—how firmly someone can squeeze—may offer important clues about mental health, cognitive function and overall well-being
Teens at Risk of Suicide Share Their Reasons for Living
New research shows that teens at risk of suicide say their reasons for living are “family,” “friends,” “sister,” and “brother.” These insights matter because understanding their reasons to live can be important in helping to improve therapy and prevent suicide.
Mindfulness Program Helps with College Stresses
Heading off to college often brings a great deal of change, and with it, significant stress. A program developed at the University of Washington, the Be REAL (REsilient Attitudes and Living), program may help. Be REAL is designed to promote the well-being of high-school age youth, college students, and staff, and its effectiveness is supported by research.
Mindfulness Based Interventions for Teachers and Students
- By James M. Burden, M.D., Stephanie V. Hernandez, M.D. and Josepha Immanuel, M.D.
Two weeks prior to school starting, a group of Houston middle school teachers met at Baylor College of Medicine’s campus, where we, the three authors, led a workshop to equip middle school teachers with new knowledge of mindfulness interventions. Teachers, who also manage their own life stressors, are often the first to respond when students face emotional distress. Together, we discussed how mindfulness is invaluable in supporting the mental well-being and emotional health of students and teachers alike.
When Autism and ADHD Occur Together
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are neurodevelopmental disorders. Both affect brain development. These two conditions frequently occur together. An individual may be diagnosed with both conditions or may have one diagnosis with some characteristics of the other condition. The co-occurrence of ADHD and autism is sometimes known as AuDHD.