Deseret News published an opinion piece by Naomi Schaefer Riley, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Independent Women's Forum, titled "Being compassionate and enforcing laws are not mutually exclusive." The author argues that being compassionate to people who engage in destructive or self-destructive behavior is not necessarily about looking the other way. According to University of Maryland law professor Leigh Goodmark, decriminalizing domestic violence can help protect victims by providing them with more resources and support.
https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2025/03/24/decriminalizing-domestic-violence-drugs/A Deutsche Bank employee, Thomas B., lost his lawsuit against Aetna Life Insurance Co. after the court ruled that Waypoint Academy's lack of a 24/7 behavioral health provider met the requirements of federal mental health parity law, which prohibits insurance companies from denying coverage for necessary treatment due to staffing issues.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/insurance/deutsche-bank-worker-loses-mental-health-lawsuit-against-aetnaGene is poised to develop a groundbreaking strategy addressing substance use disorders, focusing on treatment, housing, and re-integration into the workforce. This initiative has the potential to make significant generational changes in the lives of those affected by addiction.
https://www.lanereport.com/180120/2025/03/bgadd-creates-job-to-fight-substance-use-disorder/A recent report by Sapien Labs found that young adults in India aged 18-24 are experiencing "severe distress" due to factors such as smartphones, ultra-processed foods, environmental toxins, and loneliness. The survey of over 75,000 Indian adults with internet access revealed a global average Mental Health Quotient of just 38 among younger internet-enabled adults under 35, which is over 60 points lower than those aged over 55. This trend is particularly concerning for GenZ, the first generation to grow up with smartphones, as those who acquire their first smartphone at a young age are more likely to struggle with mental health issues in adulthood.
https://www.news18.com/india/young-adults-aged-18-24-years-severely-distressed-says-report-blames-smartphones-ultra-processed-food-9273733.htmlThe Indian Supreme Court has taken a step in addressing the growing concern of student suicides by expanding its scope beyond caste-based discrimination to focus on the broader issue of mental health, particularly influenced by social media's addictive nature and echo chambers that prioritize user engagement. The court's decision comes as parents of an IIT student who took their own life had filed a petition, highlighting the need for a more comprehensive approach to tackle the deteriorating mental health of students in India.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/opinion/dc-comment/dc-edit-try-hard-to-halt-student-suicides-1869017Marcela, a US-based content creator, warns that narcissistic friendships can be just as toxic as romantic relationships with someone who has Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). Dr. Sarah Davies, a trauma therapist based in Harley Street, explains that NPD is on a spectrum and can range from selfishness to full-blown personality disorder. Marcela identifies three signs of a narcissistic friend: they dominate conversations, make everything about themselves, and disappear when you need support. She also notes that compliments from these individuals may feel like insults, and spending time with them can leave you feeling drained.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14532323/Five-signs-youre-narcissistic-friendship-including-weird-way-BFF-pays-you-compliment.htmlA consultant psychiatrist, Mohit Ranadip, has claimed that the victim of the RG Kar hospital rape and murder was under acute mental stress due to long duty hours, discrimination in shift allotment, and knowledge of financial irregularities at the hospital. The 30-year-old medic had sought professional help from him around a month before her death on August 9 last year.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/rg-kar-rape-murder-victim-faced-mental-stress-alleges-psychiatrist-1868868Behavioral health providers face significant challenges due to outdated systems and lack of interoperability, leading to compliance risks, workflow inefficiencies, and data inaccuracies. Revenue cycle challenges are also prevalent, with claims denials increasing by 20% since 2023 and 67% of providers believing reimbursement times have risen. To address these issues, ProsperityEHR offers an end-to-end, user-centered platform with AI, analytics, and self-service features that automate tasks such as scheduling and insurance verification. The EHR platform enables practices to expand without additional support staff, optimizing operations and fostering deeper connections between providers and patients. ProsperityEHR supports various services including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and cognitive behavioral therapy, and has on boarded 50 provider groups by the end of year with several practices already using its system, including Clear View Behavioral Services in Redlands, California.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/prosperityehr-debuts-next-gen-ehr-to-keep-behavioral-health-practices-thriving-302410679.htmlA Sydney middle school student is seeking answers from their school and Milwaukee Public School after witnessing disturbing scenes of vaping among older students, including footage of a baby and its sibling vaping, and being forced to smoke a fentanyl-laced vape by bullies. The Australian publication The Conversation has warned of mounting evidence pointing to physical health harms and unknown mental health risks associated with vaping, particularly for teenagers.
https://nypost.com/2025/03/25/world-news/5-year-old-forced-to-vape-in-school-bathroom-by-older-students/