The best way to support women’s mental health is to implement policies that improve access to health care systems, family leave, food security, and housing, Dr. Elizabeth Fitelson said.
Roughly 5% of adolescent girls suffered from eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia in 2020, said Dr. Evelyn Attia. The likely culprit: isolation and extended time on social media.
Dr. Ryan Sultan says a goal can help give structure and purpose to long summer days, especially for kids who are anxious about the uncertainty of these times.
"Teletherapy and virtual medication management alone may not adequately address the needs of some of the populations we serve," writes Dr. Angela Coombs.
“Exposure therapy“— safely confronting sources of fear—is the gold-standard treatment for many fear and anxiety disorders. It may help with re-entry anxiety as well, says Dr. Ryan Sultan.
Dr. Brian Fallon is launching a study designed to help increase personal resilience and coping strategies using well-known anxiety soothing techniques.