The past six years have been marked by multiple active global conflicts, many of which have evolved into expansive crises that significantly worsen mental health outcomes. In fact, Michael Liebrenz, a forensic psychiatrist at the University of Bern states, “The current state of crises we are witnessing right now are at the most active point […]
In today’s episode, The Trauma & Mental Health Report's contributing writer, Nysa Syed, will be talking with Dr. Amori Mikami, who is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia, a Canada Research Chair in Clinical Child Psychology, and a registered clinical psychologist. Among her research includes the Promoting Relationships […]
The impact of natural disasters is felt globally, even in terms of mental health. A recent study found 78% of young adults’ mental health was affected by climate change, with 56% reporting feeling fearful, anxious, and powerlessness. Over 70% of respondents reported being pessimistic about the future, and 76% believed people have failed in taking […]
In this episode, Assistant Professor at the University of Victoria and Researcher Dr. Alyssa Maryn joins the Trauma and Mental Health Report’s podcast to discuss the experiences of men who once identified as incels. They discuss what draws individuals to incel communities, the struggles and circumstances that sustain this identity, and the factors that help […]
Between 50-80% of individuals in prisons and jails are estimated to have a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Behind these statistics are people unjustly punished for injuries that went unseen. This prevalence is five times higher than in the general population. Yet, there is a consistent issue of lack of diagnosis, treatment, and aid provided to […]
According to the Geneva Academy, there are more than 114 ongoing armed conflicts across the globe. Many associate armed conflict with physical danger and death, but the impact on civilians’ mental health is an overlooked crisis. This involves more than the traumas they are already facing, such as bombings and malnutrition, but also anxieties about […]