September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Dr. Panicha highlights the emotional distress linked to economic insecurity, particularly among young adults facing unemployment and underemployment. Mental health must address societal conditions, such as financial hardship, which contribute to despair. Support should encompass comprehensive measures to enhance economic stability and personal well-being.
Burnout among therapists and healthcare professionals is often framed as an individual problem. Drawing from my experiences as a neurodivergent, queer Asian American therapist and practice owner, I explore how collective trauma, organizational culture, gender, and systemic inequities shape clinician wellbeing and what must change if we want a sustainable future for mental health care.
The recent Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has elicited strong reactions post-Covid-19. Experts emphasize the need for balanced vigilance amidst misinformation. The Andes strain poses possible human-to-human transmission, with low public risk. Public health strategies evolve, reinforcing the importance of trusting expert sources and managing health anxiety during uncertainties.
