Publications on Mental Health Topics

Mental Health Help-Seeking Behaviors of Muslim Immigrants in the United States: Overcoming Social Stigma and Cultural Mistrust, by Saara Amri, Fred Bemak, Journal of Muslim Mental Health, 2012.

“As in many cultures and religions, the stigma of mental illness and treatment in the Muslim immigrant community is deep-rooted. Compounded with the cultural mistrust of the Western mental health system, many in this community live with untreated mental health conditions that not only impact themselves, but impact their family and the larger community. This article examines the Muslim immigrant community in the U.S. by providing an overview of who Muslim immigrants are and some of major psychosocial and psychological issues they face. The article will examine the impact of cultural mistrust and the stigmatization related to mental health on help-seeking behaviors among Muslim immigrants. Two case studies are presented that portray some of the struggles a Muslim immigrant faces in the U.S. Based on these case studies, recommendations for providing culturally responsive services that may mediate barriers to mental health help-seeking behaviors are presented. Finally, the authors discuss implications for future research. ”

When Being a Grandma Isn't So Grand: 4 Keys to L.O.V.E. Your Grandchild's Parents, by Donne Davis, 2012.

Lifting the Fog: A specific guide to inattentive ADHD in adults, by Michael Carr, 2012.

The Sex-wise Parent: The Parent's Guide to Protecting Your Child, Strengthening Your Family, and Talking to Kids About Sex, Abuse, and Bullying, by Janet Rosenzweig, 2012.

Parenting Your Child with ADHD: A No-Nonsense Guide for Nurturing Self-Reliance and Cooperation, by Craig Wiener, 2012.

Girls on the Spectrum: Q&A with the Author of Aspergirls, by Maia Szalavitz, Time Magazine , Dec 27 2011.

“Is Asperger syndrome really less common in girls and women, or are females just better than males at masking autistic symptoms? ”

Navigating Love and Autism, by Amy Harmon, New York Times, Dec 26 2011.

“Two college students with Asperger's Syndrome discuss how autism affects their lives and intimate relationships. ”

School Absenteeism, Mental Health Problems Linked, by Janice Wood, Psych Central , Dec 25 2011.

“Students who miss a lot of school often have symptoms of psychiatric disorders, according to a new study. ”

Working May Help Mom's Mental Health, by Rick Nauert, Psych Central , Dec 13 2011.

“Getting out of the house and working appears to be a healthy tonic for mothers as researchers discover being a stay-at-home mom is associated with higher bouts of depression. ”

The Twice-Victimized of Sexual Assault, by Jane Brody, New York Times , Dec 12 2011.

“Experts on sexual assault and rape report that even today, despite improvements in early sex education and widespread publicity about sexual assaults, the overwhelming majority of both felony and misdemeanor cases never come to public or legal attention. ”

Ecstasy May Cause Chronic Serotonin Loss, by Rick Nauert, Psych Central , Dec 7 2011.

“Emerging research suggests recreational use of Ecstasy, the illegal drug that produces feelings of euphoria and emotional warmth, is associated with chronic changes in the human brain. ”

Imaging Study Shows How Family Violence Changes Brain Activity, by Rick Nauert, Psych Central, Dec 6 2011.

“Family violence appears to increase a child's sensitivity to detect potential additional threats, as researchers found brain changes are analogous to those found in soldiers exposed to combat. ”

Knowledge Brief: Are Minority Youths Treated Differently in Juvenile Probation?, by Models for Change Research Initiative, Dec 1 2011.

Suicidal Behavior May Begin Before High School, by Rick Nauert, Psych Central , Nov 30 2011.

“Emerging research suggests thoughts about killing oneself and engaging in suicidal behavior may begin much younger than previously thought. ”

Victims of Racism May Cause Symptoms Similar to Trauma, by Janice Wood, Psych Central , Nov 17 2011.

“For black American adults, perceived racism may cause mental health symptoms similar to trauma and could lead to some physical health disparities between blacks and other populations in the United States, according to a new study. ”