Category: Mental Health and Disorders

Researchers Say Social Media Warning Is Too Broad

Some scientists who study youth mental health say the evidence does not support the notion that social media is harmful per se.
‘Brainrot’, la nueva aflicción de internet

Un término popular capta con humor y compasión la condición de estar totalmente plagado con las tendencias de internet.
Is Social Media the New Tobacco?

Vivek Murthy, the U.S. surgeon general, wants warning labels on the tech platforms, arguing that they are fueling a mental health crisis among teens.
Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms

Dr. Vivek Murthy said he would urge Congress to require a warning that social media use can harm teenagers’ mental health.
What ‘Inside Out 2’ Teaches Us About Anxiety

A new emotion has taken over Riley’s teenage mind. And she has lessons for us all.
‘Brainrot’ Is the New Online Affliction

A popular term captures the condition of being terminally online, with humor and pathos.
FDA Panel Rejects Use of MDMA for Treatment of PTSD

An independent group of experts expressed concerns that the data from clinical trials did not outweigh risks for treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.
FDA Panel Weights MDMA Therapy for PTSD

An independent group of experts is meeting Tuesday to consider whether to allow use of this illegal drug, also known as Ecstasy, to treat PTSD.
FDA Reviews MDMA Therapy for PTSD, Citing Health Risks and Study Flaws

The agency’s staff analysis suggests that approval of the illegal drug known as Ecstasy for treatment of PTSD is far from certain, with advisers meeting next week to consider the proposed therapy.
Meet Alex and Mimi Ikonn, the Couple Behind the Viral “Five Minute Journal”

Alex and Mimi Ikonn are the duo behind the popular “Five Minute Journal,” which has become ubiquitous on night stands and on social media.
Are You Having a Millennial Mom Midlife Crisis?

Mothers have been exhausted since the beginning of time, but some difficulties are specific to the millennial generation.
First He Came For Cancel Culture. Now He Wants to Cancel Smartphones

The N.Y.U. professor Jonathan Haidt became a favorite in Silicon Valley for his work on what he called the “coddling” of young people. Now, he has an idea for fixing Gen Z.