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Workforce: Supporting the substance abuse counselors of tomorrow
Counselor Magazine
Substance use disorder counselors do the ever-vital work of helping individuals overcome dependence on drugs, alcohol and destructive behaviors. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roles in the field of substance abuse counseling are estimated to increase 23% by the year 2026.
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Hyperacusis and misophonia: A review for counselors
Counselor Magazine
There are no consensus criteria for the diagnosis of the clinical syndromes referred to as hyperacusis and misophonia, although a working set of criteria for misophonia has been proposed. The boundaries between these two conditions are not well defined and patients are sometimes diagnosed concurrently with both conditions.
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1st-episode psychosis and co-occurring substance use disorders
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This guide supports health care providers, systems and communities to address first-episode psychosis and co-occurring substance use disorders. It describes relevant research, examines emerging and best practices, identifies knowledge gaps and implementation challenges, and offers resources.
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Meeting the demand for pediatric mental health care
American Academy of Pediatrics
Poor access to child and adolescent psychiatrists has long been a concern raised by pediatricians, families and other stakeholders. Wait times for new appointments can be many months, and families may be required to travel long distances.
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7 minutes of mindfulness a day can improve mental health, Wharton study finds
The Daily Pennsylvanian
A recent Wharton study showed that practicing mindfulness for just a few minutes a day can significantly improve students' academic and professional performances.
Wharton Management professor Lindsey Cameron's research concluded that just seven minutes of mindfulness every day can make students and employees more productive in their work.
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How genes influence happiness
Psychology Today
From curly hair to an introverted character, there is a lot we inherit from our parents. Is it possible that our genes can also influence our well-being?
According to science, yes — happiness, indeed, has a heritable component.
It's a finding that is surprising and not surprising at the same time.
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Childhood: 5 ways to overcome grief and trauma
PsychCentral
Acceptance. What comes to mind when you hear that term? Does it seem like something you should do when you are ready? Does it seem like something you will never be able to do? Do you believe that acceptance means forgiveness, denial or contentedness? This article will discuss the grief and loss process while also highlighting what acceptance means.
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Can psychedelic ayahuasca help with depression?
WebMD
Paul Melancon, a singer-songwriter from Atlanta, had been living with a diagnosis of severe recurrent depression for seven years. He had taken just about every prescription antidepressant on the market, but none provided real relief. The doctor's next suggestion was electroconvulsive therapy.
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Metacognitive therapy may prevent depression relapse
Medical News Today
Ending the cycle of negative thought rumination is the premise of a depression treatment called metacognitive therapy. New findings suggest that it may be more beneficial in stopping depression relapse than other more commonly used methods.
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Higher levels of care for eating disorders: A practical guide
Psychiatric Times
Eating disorders are associated with significant comorbid psychopathology and the most extensive medical complications of any psychiatric disorder. Disordered behaviors that present across diagnoses are linked with acute medical risks that often require careful medical monitoring and clinical intervention.
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