Steven Smith+FollowSchizophrenia: Wild New FindingsDid you know people with schizophrenia often struggle most with processing speed? Plus, a new drug for it just got sent back for more testing. Meanwhile, depression and anxiety are now linked to higher heart risks, and state mental hospitals are basically turning into prisons. Also, alcohol-related hospital stays are getting longer and pricier, and there’s new data on ADHD and opioid prescriptions. Oh, and 14 mental disorders share genetic roots! Wild, right? #Health #MentalHealth #Schizophrenia1918Share
Steven Smith+FollowBeat the Holiday Blues This ChristmasHoliday stress is real—turns out 60% of us feel down this time of year! Psychologist Dr. Zeigler says it’s all about overspending, overcommitting, and not taking care of ourselves (especially parents). Her fix? Make YOU a priority: sneak in a bath, a workout, or just chill with music. Stick to routines, sleep well, and don’t try to make everything perfect. Let’s make this Christmas a little less stressful! #Health #MentalHealth #HolidayBlues40Share
Jordan Jimenez+Follow8 Tiny Mood Boosts You Need to TryEver wake up in a funk? Mental health pros say these 8 super simple habits can totally flip your mood. Make your bed for instant accomplishment, cook a go-to meal, eat regularly (don’t let hanger win), sip something warm, rewatch your comfort show, blast happy music, sniff something nice (vanilla, anyone?), and splash your face with cold water. Most of these are already part of your day—just do them with intention for a quick pick-me-up! #Health #MentalHealth #MoodBoost00Share
mfigueroa+FollowWhy Is Everyone So Anxious Lately?Anxiety is everywhere right now, and it’s not just you. Since the pandemic, stress levels have skyrocketed—blame it on money worries, endless news, and too much screen time. Experts say anxiety often tags along with depression and sleep issues, and trying to handle it solo rarely works. The new approach? Real talk, therapy, and community support. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re definitely not alone—and reaching out for help is a total game-changer. #Health #MentalHealth #AnxietyAwareness00Share
Adam Schmidt+FollowAre We Messing Up Gifted Kids?Turns out, calling kids 'gifted' and praising them for being 'so smart' might actually be setting them up for anxiety, perfectionism, and a fear of failure. Science says we should focus on effort, not labels, and remember that being advanced in one area often comes with struggles in others. It’s not about protecting little geniuses—it’s about supporting real, complex kids who need more than just gold stars. #Health #MentalHealth #parenting10Share
Theresa Mccoy+FollowDavid Bromstad Gets Real About RecoveryDid you catch David Bromstad’s emotional reveal on My Lottery Dream Home? He didn’t just show off his wild, pink dream house—he got super honest about his mental health and addiction struggles. After years of hiding, he opened up about going to rehab and how facing his trauma changed everything. Now, he says he’s finally living as his true, unapologetic self. Major respect for sharing the messy, real stuff! #Health #MentalHealth #DavidBromstad20Share
Jordan Jimenez+FollowLiving with dementia: Lessons from insideImagine learning medicine not just from textbooks, but by sharing daily life with those you hope to help. That’s exactly what MSU med student Kaylin Burton is doing at Holland Home in Grand Rapids, where she’s living alongside dementia patients. This unique approach is changing how future doctors understand and connect with older adults—focusing on real relationships, not just clinical care. Residents are embracing Kaylin as family, and staff are inspired to spend more time connecting with patients. Could this hands-on, community-based model be the future of dementia care and medical training? #Health #MentalHealth #DementiaCare10Share
Brandon Burke+FollowKai Cenat Gets Real About Mental HealthStreamer Kai Cenat just got super real about his mental health struggles, saying he doesn’t care if people clown him for opening up. He shared how streaming nonstop made him lose touch with reality and miss out on time with friends and family. Kai’s message? Even if you seem to have it all, self-doubt and fear can hit hard. Props to him for speaking up and reminding everyone to check in on themselves! #Health #MentalHealth #KaiCenat10Share
Logan Flowers+FollowInflammation Messes With Motivation?Scientists just found that inflammation in the body could be zapping motivation in American Indians with depression. Basically, higher levels of certain immune markers in the blood were linked to less activity in the brain’s reward center—meaning it’s harder to feel excited about good things. This could help explain why depression hits harder in some communities, especially with added stress from historical trauma. Could treating inflammation help with mental health? #Health #MentalHealth #Depression01Share
Jennifer Vargas+FollowChris McKenna Gets Real on Bipolar JourneyGeneral Hospital’s Chris McKenna just opened up about his bipolar diagnosis on Maurice Benard’s podcast, and the response has been incredible. He says sharing his story was humbling and the outpouring of support blew him away. Fans and people dealing with mental health issues are reaching out, saying his honesty inspired them and helped them understand loved ones better. It’s proof that talking about mental health really does make a difference! #Health #MentalHealth #GeneralHospital10Share
