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This study reviewed systematic reviews to measure death risks in major mental disorders. The authors screened 407 reviews and found 20 that reported mortality risks for 20 different disorders, covering over 1.7 million patients and more than a quarter of a million deaths. Every disorder showed higher all-cause death rates…
This study surveyed 1,913 university students in Dhaka using the CES-D depression scale and a new 18-item hygiene questionnaire. It found a high level of depression risk and that students who were at risk of depression tended to report worse personal hygiene. Female students reported better hygiene than males. The…
Researchers created a short survey that people who were helped could use to report what their friend or family member did. They tested it with 1,116 adults who had a recent mental health problem and were helped by someone close. The survey grouped actions into two types (recommended and not…
