health
Can AI Chatbots Help With Mental Health? Benefits, Limits & Risks
AI chatbots have become increasingly popular in recent years, with men using them at a significantly higher rate than women.[1,2] They are now frequently being used as mental health tools, due to their near-constant availability, and their ability to simulate empathy and rapidly respond to questions. In this article, we’ll cover what chatbots are, how […]
Autism and Mental Health: Challenges & Support
Without understanding and support, autistic burnout can become a cycle that affects mental, physical, and emotional health. Emotional Dysregulation in Autism A key component of autism and mental health is emotional dysregulation in autism, which refers to difficulty managing intense emotions or recovering after becoming overwhelmed. Neurological differences in how individuals with autism process sensory […]
July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Dr. Deb: July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month July is Minority Health Awareness Month. This awareness day was named after mental health activist and author Bebe Moore Campbell – and focuses on building awareness about the importance of mental wellness and effective mental health care for minorities. According to research, minorities are […]
ABTA Delivers Facilitator Training To Community Health Workers
A couple of weeks ago, ABTA CEO Amy Dawes and our Group Facilitator Lead Rhiannah Pohlman, visited Tamworth Community Health in Tamworth (NSW) to deliver facilitator training. Since its launch in 2020, ABTA has been offering our six-week birth trauma support program, Peer2Peer Meets. This program was developed to address the gap left by traditional […]
“Why don’t mental health treatments work for everyone?“
Trevor’s buddy wouldn’t let it go: Wellbutrin XL and therapy big-time eased his depression. So a month ago, Trevor started on an antidepressant (but blew off therapy). When asked how he’s doing, he growls, “Why don’t mental health treatments work for everyone?“ Do you believe it only takes a few therapy sessions, and you’ll be […]
Leadership Consultant on Mental Health
About Christopher: I am a leading transformational leadership consultant and the founder of AtomicGrowth. I’ve spent the past 10 years understanding, identifying and demystifying the patterns of the mind, behaviour and identity. Now I help people embody the highest levels of performance and leadership, in all areas of life. WHAT WAS THE MAJOR TURNING POINT […]
Menopause and Mental Health: Understanding the Connection and Recommendations for Treatment
Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life, signaling the end of her reproductive years. While many people are aware of physical symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, the effects on mental health are often overlooked. Hormonal changes during menopause can lead to mood swings, anxiety, depression, and cognitive challenges like brain […]
Justice for the Mind: The Mental Health Crisis Among Indian Lawyers
This is a guest blog from attorney, Amarbir Singh Shergill, a Private Legal Practitioner in the Hon’ble Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh, India since 2019. He earned his B.A.LLB (Hons.) and LLM (Criminology) from Panjab University, Chandigarh, India. His website, The Half Said Blog, is a space where he “confront[s] the difficult, […]
Music, Mental Health, and Strength in Vulnerability
About Alex: Alex Burton is a Toronto-based international musician and composer blending neoclassical, EDM, and contemporary music. With a background in piano and violin, Alex’s work is influenced by their Swiss heritage and deep connection to both the UK and Canada. Currently, they are working on Crossing Borders: Songs of Home and Belonging, an EP […]
Women Trailblazers in Mental Health
As part of Women’s Health Month, ADAA’s Women Mental Health SIG presents a series of blogs and videos showcasing women trailblazers in the mental health sector. Watch important conversations with women paving the way in mental health to learn from their experiences and their advances in the field and read the stories of women who […]