Mental Health Humor And Cartoons

Mad or bad? Breivik's mental state puzzles experts
LONDON (Reuters) - Anders Behring Breivik, the Norwegian on trial for the mass murder of 77 people last July, has puzzled mental health experts trying to decide one of the central questions in the case: whether he is sane or in touch with reality....

Use of Ecstasy, Speed by Teens Tied to Later Depression
WEDNESDAY, April 18 (HealthDay News) -- Teens who use the party drugs ecstasy (MDMA) and speed (methamphetamine and/or amphetamine) appear to face a notably higher risk of depression afterward, new Canadian research suggests.

Pregnancy ups risk of heart attack, study says
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Pregnancy and hormonal changes that continue 12 weeks after giving birth increase a woman's risk of heart attack, researchers said. Although the likelihood of having a heart attack during pregnancy is very low -- just 1 in ...

Deaf People Have More Mental Health Problems, Less Access to Care
FRIDAY, March 16 (HealthDay News) -- Deaf people are about twice as likely to have mental health problems as people in the general population, according to a new review of evidence.

Electronic Diary Helped Obese Adults Stick to Weight-Loss Plan
THURSDAY, March 15 (HealthDay News) -- An electronic diary program helped improve overweight and obese adults' adherence to a weight-loss regimen, according to a new study.

Many Women Say No to Breast-Feeding for 6 Months: Survey
THURSDAY, March 15 (HealthDay News) -- Current recommendations from experts urge new mothers to breast-feed their newborns for the first six months of life. But, a new survey out of Scotland suggests that for many women, this expectation just isn&...

Many Alcoholics Suffered Childhood Trauma: Study
THURSDAY, March 15 (HealthDay News) -- A history of childhood trauma is common among people undergoing treatment for alcoholism and may be a factor in the development of the disorder, a new study indicates.

Young Blacks Less Likely to Seek Mental Health Care: Study
FRIDAY, Feb. 24 (HealthDay News) -- Young adult black Americans, especially those with higher levels of education, are much less likely than their white counterparts to seek mental health services, a new study finds.

Gender Identity Issues Can Harm Kids' Mental Health: Study
MONDAY, Feb. 20 (HealthDay News) -- New studies show that children struggling with their gender identity also face higher risks for abuse and mental health problems, including post-traumatic stress disorder.

Group mental activities help people with dementia, review shows
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A series of group activities designed to stimulate thought, conversation and memory appears to improve the mental functioning of people with mild or moderate dementia, according to a new review of the evidence. "Th...