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Here are some recent news articles and updates on mental health:

Mental Health Awareness

• May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is promoting awareness and reducing stigma around mental illness through various campaigns and events. [1]
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a global campaign to promote mental health and well-being, emphasizing the importance of mental health in achieving overall health and well-being. [2]

Mental Health in the Workplace

• A new study by the American Psychological Association (APA) finds that 61% of employees in the United States experience stress at work, which can negatively impact mental health. [3]
• The UK's National Health Service (NHS) has launched a new mental health support service for employees, providing access to counseling and mental health resources. [4]

Mental Health in Children and Teens

• A study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that nearly 1 in 5 children in the United States has a mental health disorder, such as anxiety or depression. [5]
• The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released new guidelines for diagnosing and treating mental health disorders in children and teens, emphasizing the importance of early intervention. [6]

Mental Health and Technology

• A new study by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) finds that using social media can have negative effects on mental health, particularly for young adults. [7]
• The UK's National Health Service (NHS) has launched a new app to help people manage their mental health, providing access to cognitive behavioral therapy and other resources. [8]

Mental Health and the Brain

• A new study by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) finds that the brain's reward system is affected by mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety. [9]
• Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have discovered a new gene associated with depression, which could lead to the development of new treatments. [10]

Mental Health and Society

• A new study by the World Bank finds that mental health disorders are a major economic burden, costing countries around the world billions of dollars each year. [11]
• The United Nations (UN) has launched a new initiative to promote mental health and well-being globally, emphasizing the importance of mental health in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). [12]

I hope these news articles and updates are helpful!