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    New Report Calls for Research on 988 Crisis Line Effectiveness, Caller Demographics, and More

    • New research, Public awareness, Suicide and self-harm, Trauma

    It has been nearly six months since the launch of 988—the nationwide suicide prevention and mental health crisis line. While available evidence suggests that crisis lines may help to reduce immediate crisis, substantial gaps remain in understanding how crisis lines work, according to a report in the December issue of JAMA Psychiatry.

    Advanced Care Planning – It’s Not Just for Your Grandparents

    • Patients and Families

    Many people have heard of the term “advanced care planning.” Advanced care planning is the process of making and documenting decisions about the medical care you want to receive if you ever become unable to make medical decisions for yourself. However, it is a common misbelief that advanced care planning is meant only for people who are nearing the end of their life. Medical crises happen every day, leaving people either temporarily or permanently unable to make their own medical decisions. The

    Supporting Research Into Gun Violence is a Vital Public Health Concern

    • What APA is Doing For You

    As physicians, we rely on a science-based approach to problem solving and know that solutions must be developed through evidence and extensive research. The APA believes that robust study into the underlying causes of gun violence and the effectiveness of potential interventions is necessary to reversing course and preventing further injury, death and other harms to society resulting from firearms.

    Overtraining and Under Eating: Athletes at Risk of RED-S Syndrome

    • Eating Disorders, Patients and Families

    Regular exercise typically improves mood, promotes better sleep, and prevents health problems such as high blood pressure. However, if people exercise too much, as Katie Kirk did, they can experience a wide range of negative health effects.

    Dark Chocolate Offers a Variety of Potential Benefits

    • Depression, Patients and Families

    Many of us regularly enjoy, or even crave, chocolate at times. As you consider your chocolate choices, opting for dark chocolate may be your best bet. Research continues to identify a variety of health and mental health benefits associated with dark chocolate.

    Experts Offer Tips for Navigating Mental Health Apps for Youth

    • Children and Youth, Healthy living for mental well-being, Patients and Families

    Mobile apps for mental health and wellness have changed the way that people—particularly youth—track and care for their mental health. With more than 10,000 mental health–related apps on the market today, d how can mental health professionals help youth navigate their options and decide what usage, if any, is appropriate?

    Is the Over-Organization of Youth Sports Taking Away from Their Benefit?

    • Patients and Families

    Although sports undoubtedly contribute to the positive health and well-being of student athletes, recent cultural changes in youth sports including overtraining, early sport specialization, and increased parental pressure are contributing to burnout and pushing student athletes out of sports.

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