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Suicide Rates Are On the Rise in North Dakota and Across the Nation

02 Oct, 2023 | Recent, Suicide, Bullying, Mental Health, Stress, Depression, Teens, Prevention, Children |

Suicide Rates Are On the Rise in North Dakota and Across the NationCurrent data shows that overall suicide rates in the United States are at their highest since 1941. In 2022 suicide was the leading cause of death in people ages 25-44, ending the lives of approximately 49,500 people nationwide. As of 2020, suicide was the 12th most common cause of death overall in North Dakota, and national suicide rates, while decreased in 2019 and 2020, showed a sharp and sustained increase in 2021. Minnesota&...

The Benefits of L-Methylfolate for Treatment-Resistant Depression

19 Jul, 2023 | Recent, Depression |

In patients with treatment-resistant depression, consider addition of L-methylfolate, which is the reduced metabolite of folate (B9). L-methylfolate promotes the synthesis of key monoamine neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. Increased inflammation leads to increased oxidative stress and inhibits this synthesis. This also causes rapid depletion of available neurotransmitters.

The American Psychological Association’s Advisory on Social Media for Children and Teens

06 Jul, 2023 | Recent, Mental Health, Depression, Teens, Children |

Similar to the US Surgeon General’s advisory on pediatric mental health, the American Psychological Association has issued an advisory specific to social media use in children and teens. The potential risk of harm appears to be highest in young adolescents, approximately 10-14 years of age, as this is a period of significant developmental transition. A summary of the recommendations is as follows:

The Surgeon General Releases New Mental Health Advisory for Children – Saint Sophie’s is Ready to Help

06 Jun, 2023 | Mental Health, Depression, Children, Recent, Teens |

The US Surgeon General recently published an advisory regarding the mental health of children and young people in the United States. This was in response to a steady increase in rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide in this demographic over the past decade. This advisory serves as a guide for the organizations that surround young people, as well as the people who care for them, with goals and recommendations of increased awareness, knowledge, and equitable access to mental health services.

Long-term Mental Health Effects in COVID-19 Patients

20 Sep, 2021 | Recent, Mental Health, Depression |

COVID-19 has left its mark on all of us. The pandemic altered our entire way of life, and it's taken its toll on people's mental health. For those who contracted the virus, however, there could be a significantly higher risk.