Universal Screening for Depression and Sustained Sadness in Kids to Prevent Youth Suicide

Screening kids for depression (and sustained sadness) and connecting them with mental health services is an effective step in preventing suicide in youth. This article reviews recent research that supports this intervention and includes other data that shows this approach to be logical, strategic, and a high-yield use of suicide prevention funding.

AdvocacyLen Lantz, MDDecember 18, 2021The Psychiatry ResourceLeadership, Advocacy, Wellness, Child, Computer, Children, Depression, Diagnosis, Kid, Kids, Happiness, Internet, Measurement, Mental Health, Privacy, Rating, School, Suicide, Treatment, Therapy, Anxiety, Symptoms, Psychotherapy, Bully, BullyingComment

How Good is Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (iCBT)?

Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (iCBT) is a computerized version of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that is delivered over the internet. This article addresses hard questions critics have about iCBT, research supporting its benefit, the impact it can have in communities and who can benefit from the treatment.

WellnessLen Lantz, MDDecember 8, 2020The Psychiatry ResourceMental Health, Depression, Wellness, Suicide, Treatment, Therapy, Positive, Anxiety, Counseling, Therapist, Psychotherapy, CBT, iCBT, Internet, Computer, Insomnia, SkillComment

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