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health2 years ago•1 min saved

Addressing Hamas' Sexual Violence: Knesset and Israeli Community Unite

The Knesset Health Committee discussed the treatment of Hamas rape victims during the October 7 terror attack, with sexual trauma experts urging the government to allocate more funds for treatment. The meeting revealed unusually high suicide rates since October 7, prompting calls for increased support systems and resources for victims. The director of the Trauma Treatment Center for Sexual Assault emphasized the need for a consistent treatment continuum and the opening of more treatment centers to address the trauma caused by sexual violence.

via Ynetnews|

#budget-allocation #health #knesset

mental-health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Boosting Mental Health: Expert Tips and Habits for a Happier Life"

The suicide rate in the United States reached its highest point since 1941 in 2022, with a 3% increase from the previous year. However, suicide rates among young Americans decreased by 8.4%. The 65 and older population experienced the most severe increase in suicide rates, rising by 8.1%. Men had a disproportionately high suicide rate compared to women. Experts suggest five simple ways to improve mental health, including staying physically active, joining a group, starting a project, spending time outside, and reading interesting and uplifting books.

via Deseret News|

#mental-health #physical-activity #suicide-rates

mental-health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Record-breaking suicide deaths in the US in 2022, with alarming rise among all age groups"

Suicide deaths in the United States reached a record high in 2022, with at least 49,449 lives lost due to intentional self-harm, marking the highest number since 1941. While rates among children and young adults showed signs of improvement, with a decrease in suicide rates for ages 10 to 14 and 15 to 24, rates increased for other age groups. Men were four times more likely than women to die by suicide, but the suicide rate increased significantly for women, particularly among White women and those aged 25 to 34. Gun suicides also reached a record high, with more than half of suicides involving firearms. The implementation of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has provided support, but more awareness, training, and resources are needed to better assist those in need.

via CNN|

#cdc #mental-health #suicide

mental-health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unchanged Suicide Rates Prompt Samaritans' Warning to Jeremy Hunt"

The charity Samaritans has urged Jeremy Hunt to ring-fence funding for suicide prevention, highlighting that suicide rates in England have remained the same as they were 20 years ago. In 2021, 5,219 people died by suicide in England, with suicide being the leading cause of death for men under 50 and women under 35. The charity, along with 24 other mental health organizations, has called for £77 million in funding to support the government's five-year suicide prevention strategy. The previous funding is set to run out in a few months, and the organizations emphasize the need for long-term investment to address the mental health crisis exacerbated by the pandemic.

via The Telegraph|

#funding #jeremy-hunt #mental-health

mental-health2 years ago•1 min saved

The Paradox of America's Mental Health: Peak Therapy, Worsening Conditions

Despite an increase in the number of people seeking therapy and mental health care in the United States, mental health outcomes have worsened. Suicide rates have risen, and a significant portion of adults report symptoms of depression or anxiety. While increased access to care and reduced stigma have contributed to more people seeking help, societal disruptions like the pandemic and the Great Recession have placed additional strain on an already overburdened system. Some experts argue that the issue goes beyond access and highlights the limitations of current psychiatric treatments, which may only scratch the surface of the complex mental health needs of individuals.

via Mad in America|

#access-to-care #antidepressants #mental-health

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Critical Shortage of Mental Health Providers Hampers Youth Access to Care Amidst Growing Crisis"

The mental health crisis among children and teens in the United States is worsening, with a dire shortage of mental health providers preventing young people from receiving the help they need. The shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists, therapists, and other mental health professionals is particularly severe, with rural areas being especially affected. Factors such as cyberbullying, exposure to harmful social media content, and offline issues like substance abuse and violence contribute to the increasing stress and trauma experienced by young people. The U.S. healthcare system lacks adequate support for these children and their families, with limited access to affordable mental health treatment. Early interventions, increased training for primary care doctors, and better access to mental health hotlines are among the possible solutions to address this crisis.

via The Conversation Indonesia|

#children #health #mental-health-crisis

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Nikki Haley's Controversial Remarks on Transgender Youth and Teen Suicides

Presidential hopeful Nikki Haley blamed transgender teens playing girls’ sports for the high suicide rates of young women during her CNN Town Hall, despite no evidence of correlation. New federal data shows that LGBTQ+ students had higher rates of reported suicide attempts than heterosexual and gender-conforming students. Haley urged people to stop pushing their views on others.

via The Daily Beast|

#gender-identity #lgbtq #nikki-haley