Dating among teens is common and can even be healthy for emotional and social development. But it’s critical that teens learn the signs and risks of an unhealthy relationship early.
Shami Kanekar, PhD, is a neuroscientist and a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry. Her groundbreaking research is in the areas of depression, anxiety, and substance use.
Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness (USARA) is an independent, non-profit organization that has been serving individuals and families affected by substance use disorders since its founding in 2006. USARA...
Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) welcomes Eric L. Garland, PhD, LCSW, as our Department of Psychiatry Grand Rounds speaker on February 1, 2023. His presentation is titled “Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement...
Young adults who use social media are three times as likely to suffer from depression. Understand social media's negative impact on youth mental health and the importance of healthy social...
It’s hard to break habits of checking TikTok or Instagram and constantly refreshing to see more, but it’s important to take time away for our mental and physical health. Parents...
Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) has been the recipient of some holiday cheer for the past several years. Vynessa Campos, a science teacher at Elkridge Middle School, encourages her classes...
Huntsman Mental Health Institute and Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health are once again joining the Huntsman Mental Health Foundation, the Utah System of Higher Education, and the Utah Film Center to...
The happiest time of the year can come with mixed feelings for some older adults. As we plan for and celebrate the upcoming holiday season, it’s important that we consider...
We all know that the holiday season can be a bit stressful, but for some neurodivergent individuals, stress is compounded by disrupted routines and overstimulation. Awareness, preparation, and flexibility are...
Rebekah Huber, PhD, is a licensed psychologist and a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah School of Medicine.
The SafeUT 2021-22 Annual Report outlines key statistics about the statewide SafeUT app related to utilization, chats, and life-saving interventions, school threats, and the impact of COVID-19 on SafeUT use.
The holiday season may be "the most wonderful time of the year," but it's the most dreaded for some. Here are some tips on making this holiday season more enjoyable—for...
On Wednesday, December 7, 2022, Gabrielle A. Carlson, MD, a renowned child psychiatrist, will present a Psychiatry Grand Rounds titled "Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder: Where did it come from and...
The Kem & Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Care Center is partnering with Tracy Aviary Jordan River Nature Center to provide a haven and an open space for mental health...
The holidays fill the air with happiness and cheer, yet they can also carry stress and sadness for many people, especially those who deal with an underlying mental health condition...
El suicidio es un acontecimiento trágico y a menudo tiene un efecto dominó en los amigos, las familias, los vecinos, los compañeros de trabajo y otras personas que conocÃan a...
The holiday season can be exciting, stressful, happy, and sad—all at the same time. Amid all those emotions, it can be difficult to remember to take a breath and appreciate...
If someone you know is affected by suicide, remember to be kind, non-judgmental, and open-hearted. Here are a few tips to help you create space for healing.
