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Controlled substances became a little less controlled during the pandemic. That benefited both patients (for their health) and telehealth startups (to make money). Some potentially addictive medications — like buprenorphine and Adderall — are now far more available online to patients because of regulatory changes. Given the scarcity of qualified doctors to treat some of […]
Imagine you’re taking a test. You expect to get a high grade, but when you see the result, it’s much lower than you anticipated. How do you react? This new study explores how students’ reactions to wrong exam grades can reveal their general outlook on life – whether they tend to be optimistic or pessimistic. […]
As calls to the newly launched national 988 mental health helpline rise, crisis operators like Jamieson Brill are adapting their approach to best support callers. Brill, who has personal experience with Spanish-speaking communities, understands the importance of cultural sensitivity when discussing sensitive topics like suicide. Instead of directly using the word ‘suicide’ in conversations, he […]
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