In this personal essay, Dexter Dow shares his experience with schizophrenia in his family and develops a fact-checking method to evaluate his own thinking. He emphasizes the importance of discernment and caution in forming beliefs, illustrating how structured verification can combat cognitive biases and contribute to responsible journalism.
The article explores why some individuals with schizophrenia hold delusions of being Jesus or feeling monitored by the CIA. It explains that these beliefs arise from the brain’s need to assign significance to overwhelming experiences, using culturally relevant narratives. Understanding this connection can foster more empathetic responses to mental illness.
Megan Robinson’s death in October 2021 was deemed “not suspicious” by New Hampshire State Police even before toxicology results were available. Found in the basement of a registered sex offender, Richard Glover, her case raised doubts about police procedures and the validity of the state’s sex offender registry, prompting ongoing demands for transparency.
Granite State Report New Hampshire Politics, Policy & Accountability Mental Health & the Law Sanity Is a Legal Fiction — And in New Hampshire It Doesn’t Even Sort You Correctly No psychiatrist has ever diagnosed “sanity.” It’s a sorting tool courts use to decide which building holds you and which…
New Hampshire’s mental health laws create a stark disparity between treatment for substance abuse and psychiatric crises. While DUI offenders are mandated treatment, individuals facing severe mental health issues receive no similar support until they pose imminent danger. This structural neglect reflects a moral failure in the state’s legal framework, leaving families helpless.
Senate Bill 467 aims to impose a seven-year mandatory minimum sentence on fentanyl dealers whose products lead to fatalities, following a party-line vote in New Hampshire’s Senate. While supporters view it as a crucial deterrent against drug trafficking, critics fear it may inadvertently punish low-level users and strain correctional resources.
New Hampshire faces a severe Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) crisis, exacerbated by its latitude, persistent gray weather, and a lack of mental health resources. Over 10% of residents report significant mood swings in winter, yet stigma and workforce shortages hinder treatment. Creative community solutions are essential for addressing this public health issue.
New Hampshire’s mental health crisis highlights the severe issue of psychiatric boarding, where patients await treatment in emergency departments. Despite recent progress, including the Mission Zero initiative to end adult psychiatric boarding, significant challenges remain for children and families, exposing systemic failures in mental health care and community support services.
New Hampshire faces a youth mental health crisis, exacerbated by COVID-19. Recent data indicates high levels of sadness, hopelessness, and suicidal thoughts among teens. Factors include social media pressure, academic stress, and systemic gaps in support services. While modest improvements are noted, urgent recommendations for sustainable funding and support models are essential.
What It’s Like to Lose a Parent at a Young Age: Lived Reality, Developmental Science, and What Helps
Losing a parent during childhood profoundly affects development and daily life, with about 1 in 12 U.S. children facing this loss. Supportive caregiving, clear communication, and school accommodations are crucial for coping. Understanding grief’s complexities, including prolonged grief disorder, can facilitate recovery and integration, emphasizing the importance of community and professional resources.
New Hampshire faces dual emergencies: a mental health treatment bottleneck and a homelessness crisis. In 2023, homelessness surged by over 52%, driven by high rental costs and ending pandemic assistance. Policymakers have introduced reforms, but bottlenecks in mental health services and insufficient housing options hinder progress, emphasizing a critical need for efficient implementation and funding.
