World Mental Health Day - MHTN

Studies

Neurodivergent or Childish? The Bias of “Relative Age”

Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and Jojo Venant discuss a study about if teachers misinterpret childish behaviors for neurodivergency in younger students.

Alarming Amount of Americans Suffer From Chronic Insomnia

Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and Jojo Venant discuss a report finding 1 in 8 Americans have chronic insomnia.

Are Noisy City Streets Harming Child Development?

Jessica Reyes and Jenna Watson discuss how noisy environments can be harmful for child development.

Loneliness Linked With Higher Risk of Stroke, Study Finds

Jessica Reyes and Jenna Watson discuss a study that links long periods of loneliness with a higher risk of stroke.

Dogs Reflect Their Owner’s Personalities, Study Finds

Jessica Reyes and Jojo Venant discuss a study that finds owners can influence their dog's personality.

A Common Sugar Substitute Has Been Linked With Increased Risk of Heart Attack & Stroke

Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and Matthew Kansy discuss a Cleveland Clinic study finding xylitol is linked with an increase in heart attack and stroke.

Young Workers are Feeling Stressed and Undervalued at Work

Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and Dan Goodwin discus an APA survey finding young workers feeling stressed, lonely, and undervalued.

Extreme Heat Has Been Found to Disrupt Mental Health

Patricia Wu and Dr. Jude Black discuss the effects of extreme heat on our mental health.