Adolescents using cannabis are at an increasing risk of depression and are more likely to attempt suicide in adulthood. A study published in JAMA Psychiatry reveals that the individual-level risk after using cannabis was “modest”, but due to the widespread use of the drug by young people, the scale of risk is more serious. For people who suffer from depression, behavioral health engagement solutions can be helpful.
Bipartisan Policy Center suggests better integration of clinical, behavioral health data in EHRs
A report from the Bipartisan Policy Center probes into the reasons for- and remedies to-the fact that mental and behavioral health data are poorly integrated with clinical information in electronic health records.
Ketamine may ease depression in some cases but, it might not be safe
Ketamine clinics are springing up across the United States. Low, intravenous doses have been found to boost mood and curb suicidal thoughts. But, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration hasn’t approved it as a treatment for depression.
America needs to fix the Behavioral Healthcare System
The recent spate of high-profile suicides have made it evident that mental illness doesn’t discriminate, it is chronic and can have deadly consequences.
New $5.2 million center for children with behavioral issues to open in Rapid City
Behavioral health engagement facilitates the treatment of patients suffering from behavioral issues.