Mental Health

Doctor Anywhere launches online mental health consultation service in the region; campaign to destigmatise mental wellness

* Users can speak to a panel of registered psychologists and counsellors remotely via video-call on the Doctor Anywhere app. * Fees for online therapy sessions are, on average, 50 percent lower compared to face-to-face sessions. * Collaboration with award-winning agency GERMS on creative cam...

2020-10-20 10:00 2968

Over One Thousand Psychiatrists Gather Online for Second Asia Pacific Psychiatry Symposium

SHANGHAI, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Second Asia Pacific Psychiatry Symposium hosted by Luye Pharma Group took place as an online event onOctober 17, 2020. More than 1,000 psychiatrists and experts from 9 countries and regions including mainlandChina, Malaysia, Korea, Singapore, and Thaila...

2020-10-19 17:46 4411

More than one third of Australian employees are less motivated at work than before the pandemic

Morneau Shepell's Mental Health Index™ rises slightly in September MELBOURNE, Oct. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of total wellbeing, mental health and digital mental health services, today released its monthly Mental Health Index™ report, making September the sixth ...

2020-10-14 05:00 1969

US researchers seeking 6,000+ participants for world's largest eating disorders genetics study

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- University of North Carolina ( UNC) researchers are seeking more than 6,000 participants aged 18 years and over, with first-hand experience of eating disorders to enroll in the world's largest ever genetic research study into three complex, devastat...

2020-10-13 17:10 1967

Frost & Sullivan Presents 5 Key Technologies and Investments in Mental Health Management

In observance of World Mental Health Day 2020, healthcare experts share key findings on investments and tools contributing to treatments for mental health disorders SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Isolation and loneliness due to the COVID-19 pandemic have caused stress, anxiety...

2020-10-09 15:02 3378

Maybelline New York Launches Brave Together: A Long-Term Program to Support Anxiety and Depression Worldwide

NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Around the world, people are living with anxiety and depression. Anxiety affects more than 284 million people. Depression affects more than 264 million.1 Half of all mental health conditions start by age 14,2 and with Covid-19, these numbers are rising. As...

2020-09-25 22:35 6153

Alcohol Detection Anklets Showing Promise in NZ

With COVID-19, Incidents of Alcohol Abuse Reportedly on the Rise AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Sept. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Detection Anklets (ADA) are garnering a lot of attention in New Zealand and Australia for helping alcohol-involved clients refrain from drinking. The anklets use transde...

2020-09-22 04:24 2471

Gisele Buendchen Partners With Insight Timer To Encourage Millions To Meditate For Free

Gisele Buendchen And Insight Timer Respond To The Impact Of COVID-19 On Mental Health By Leading Free Guided Meditations And Live Events On Insight Timer In English And Portuguese. NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Insight Timer, the world's largest free meditation app for anxiety, s...

2020-09-10 22:00 5347

New Work Culture Emerges as World Transitions

SINGAPORE, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna's (NYSE:CI) International Markets business has published new figures from itsCigna COVID-19 Global Impact Study , which highlight that ...

2020-09-02 12:00 2826

The Brain Protection Company Awarded $1M Research Grant To Pursue Novel Approach To Treat Alzheimer's Disease

SYDNEY, Aug. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brain Protection Company Pty Ltd, a privately-held medical device company developing novel therapies and diagnostics for Alzheimer's disease, today announced it has been awarded aUS$1 million grant from the Part the Cloud – Bill Gates Partnership Grant Pr...

2020-08-25 13:31 2085

COVID-19 and heightened attention to racism affect Australian workers' mental health and relationships

Morneau Shepell's Mental Health Index™ remains steady in July at 12 points below the pre-pandemic benchmark of 75  MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of total wellbeing, mental health and digital mental health services, today released its month...

2020-08-05 06:00 2230

CKGSB Survey Finds Key Details on Employee Mental Health during COVID-19 Lockdown

BEIJING, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Individual psychological resilience has a strong bearing on corporate resilience. The CKGSB Leadership and Motivation Research Center, led byDr. Zhang Xiaomeng , Associate Professor of Organizational Beh...

2020-07-31 21:02 3818

From The Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2020: The Impact Of COVID-19 And The Global Pandemic On Alzheimer's Research, Long-Term Care And The Brain

CHICAGO, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- COVID-19 and the global pandemic have caused significant disruption to all aspects of life including Alzheimer's clinical research worldwide. The impact of COVID, quarantine, and the resulting fear and isolation are causing problems, but also driving unprece...

2020-07-29 23:00 3715

From The Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2020: Flu, Pneumonia Vaccinations Tied To Lower Risk Of Alzheimer's Dementia

CHICAGO, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Flu (influenza) and pneumonia vaccinations are associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to new research reported at theAlzheimer's Association International Conference ® (AAIC®) 2020. Three research studies reported at AAIC 2020 su...

2020-07-27 13:01 4197

Bupa Global Research finds Hong Kong and Mainland China senior executives increasingly concerned about health issues

* A majority of senior executives in Hong Kong (87.6%) and Mainland China (70.5%) have experienced physical and mental health pressure amid the outbreak of COVID-19, but less than 9% seeking professional support * Only 32% and 25.2% of Hong Kong senior executives stated financial stability, and...

2020-07-22 17:38 4257

World Brain Day 2020 "Moves to End Parkinson's Disease"

On July 22, World Brain Day is dedicated to raising awareness to improve the lives of those with Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers LONDON, July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 22, the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is partnering with the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder...

2020-07-20 09:00 2576

Mexico Telecommunication Giant, Alestra, Deploys Bright Pattern Contact Center Software for CENACED's Telehealth Services During COVID-19

Alestra, deploys Bright Pattern Contact Center for nonprofit, CENACED, to offer remote psychological teleassistance services during the pandemic SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CENACED, a non-profit healthcare organization, has deployed Bright Pattern as their clou...

2020-07-15 02:30 2185

Rapidly Changing Behaviours In 2020 Are Accelerating Consumer Embrace of Digital, Health, and Sustainability Trends, Says PwC

NEW YORK, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --  * 45% of global consumers say healthcare is one of the top three reasons for living in a city * 69% of global consumers are more focused on mental health and well being * 43% of global consumer expect businesses to be accountable for their environment...

2020-07-08 12:00 3471

Australians concerned about return to pre-pandemic life and economy

Morneau Shepell's Mental Health Index™ improves slightly for June with a 12-point decline from the pre-pandemic benchmark of 75 MELBOURNE, Australia, July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of total wellbeing, mental health and digital mental health services, today relea...

2020-07-06 06:00 1833

Sweeping Workplace Changes Expected in a Post-pandemic World, Says Research From The Adecco Group

ZURICH, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- * Workers demand greater flexibility after coronavirus, with a 50/50 split of remote and office time confirmed as the universal ideal * Questions raised over the hours-based contract, with 69% saying contracts should be based on results delivered rather t...

2020-06-30 15:00 3219
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