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Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

U leaders address student mental health needs

U leaders address student mental health needs

At the Board of Regents meeting this week, U President Joan Gabel will present the findings of an assessment on mental health services — and whether they’re reaching students.
by Alisa Roth

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Psychiatrists push to end noncompete agreements in Minnesota

Psychiatrists push to end noncompete agreements in Minnesota

Noncompete agreements are allowed in just about every industry in Minnesota — the only exception is for lawyers. Now some lawmakers want to change that, saying the contracts harm patients and worsen the provider shortage.
by Alisa Roth

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Mental health on campus

Mental health on campus

College should be a time of opportunity. But opportunity goes hand-in-hand with stress, and that can pose serious challenges for mental wellness. Join us as we explore what students are thinking about when it comes to mental health.
by Kerri Miller, Marcheta Fornoff and Breann Schossow

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Researchers link autism to a system that insulates nerve fibers in the brain

Researchers link autism to a system that insulates nerve fibers in the brain

Brains affected by autism appear to share a problem with cells that make myelin, the insulating coating surrounding nerve fibers that controls the speed at which the fibers convey electrical signals.
by Jon Hamilton

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New analysis reveals 'alarming' number of Minnesota teens reporting sexual exploitation

New analysis reveals 'alarming' number of Minnesota teens reporting sexual exploitation

At least 5,000 teens in Minnesota say they’ve traded sex for something of value, according to the triennial Minnesota Student Survey results. Numbers were particularly high among those who’ve been in a juvenile correctional facility or foster care, faced an unstable housing situation or attended an alternative school.
by Matt Sepic

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In many Minneapolis schools, the therapist is just down the hall

In many Minneapolis schools, the therapist is just down the hall

A Minneapolis Public Schools program places therapists in schools so students in need can more easily make their appointments. Research suggests the benefits of this model go way beyond mental health.
by Alisa Roth

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