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Risk of Nurse Suicide: Signs, Stigmas, and Prevention
Nursing is a demanding job. Nurses’ struggles with stress and anxiety have led to increased mental health issues and attention to the risk of nurse suicides.
RN's Mental Health Called Into Question by Nursing Board
An RN sends the nursing board letters in which she makes disturbing claims. The letters raise concerns about her mental health and her ability to practice.
It’s OK To Say No To Protect Your Mental Health
Setting boundaries can sometimes feel challenging or even scary. But it's OK to say no to protect your physical and mental health.
Mental Health Nursing Fast-Growing Field With Diverse Possibilities
Demand for mental health care is surging. For mental health nursing, the possibilities are wide-open, well-paying — and impressively diverse.
Prioritizing Mental Health and Self-Care for Nurses
Self-care for nurses is paramount, as data suggests that American healthcare workers are experiencing greater mental health impacts yet to be understood and managed.
Is Nursing Students' Mental Health in Jeopardy?
A study shows schools need to be more proactive in creating and sharing resources to help nursing students' mental health.
Lack of Access to Mental Health Care Is a Crisis for Patients of All Ages
The pandemic has escalated the need for access to mental health care among patients of all ages. And mental health nurses are feeling the pressure.
The Need Keeps Growing for Behavioral and Mental Health Nurses
Behavioral or mental health nurses are never short on opportunities. They play a significant role in psychiatry, and there's a dire need for their services.
Kids don't just grow out of their mental health issues
One in five adolescents in the U.S. suffer from developmental, mental or behavioral health illnesses. Kids with mental health issues need comprehensive, consistent help. And pediatric nurse practitioners can provide it.
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