Mental health

Health & Wellness

4 Things Scientists Now Know About Autoimmune Diseases in Kids

Two experts in the field share the latest understanding and research into conditions like pediatric plaque psoriasis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis and pediatric active psoriatic arthritis—diseases that afflict children and can have long-term damaging effects into adulthood if not properly treated.

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Personal Stories

"My Heart and Mind Feel Lighter": Meet a Health Worker Who Leaned on Support from a Unique Psychological Training Program During the Pandemic

Vusumuzi Christopher Mnqayi didn't realize how much of a toll his job as a community health worker in South Africa was taking on his mental health. That is, until he received coaching that has transformed the way he copes with the challenges of his crucial front line role.

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Personal Stories

6 Top Questions About COVID-19: What a Child Psychiatrist Has to Say

On the latest episode of The Road to a Vaccine, host Lisa Ling delves into the effects of the pandemic on kids. We sat down with one of the guests, Vikram Patel, a professor at Harvard Medical School, to find out the most pressing questions on his mind.

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4 Things COVID-19 Taught an ER Doctor About the Power of Resilience and Hope

At the height of the outbreak in New York City, Dr. Ed Kuffner took a leave of absence from his job to volunteer at a Brooklyn hospital hard hit by the pandemic. He shares what the experience taught him about his own strengths—and ideas for coping during this unprecedented time.

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Innovation

Cracking the Genetic Code: Why Gene Sequencing May Hold the Key to Intercepting Diseases Before They Start

Cancer. Alzheimer’s. Even suicide risk. The clues to preventing these and other conditions could be found in our DNA—and these scientists are at the forefront of promising new genetic data research to uncover them.

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365 Days of Caring: 13 Ways Johnson & Johnson Helped Progress Health for Humanity in 2018

From a $10 million pledge to UNICEF in support of health workers to promising news about a preventive HIV vaccine regimen, the company’s new 2018 Health for Humanity Report details how Johnson & Johnson is dedicated to creating a better future for everyone, everywhere.

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Innovation

Battling the Baby Blues: Meet 3 Researchers Whose Innovative Work Is All About Boosting the Mental Health of Moms

A staggering 1 in 7 women suffer from perinatal mood disorders, which can begin as early as pregnancy. We take a look at how these scientists are working to find ways to help halt depression in moms at the most critical juncture: before it starts.

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Innovation

3 Innovative Ways One Company Is Helping Rethink How We Treat Mental Healthcare

From scientists in research labs to CEOs at companies across the country, here's how one healthcare company is partnering with people from all walks of life to help drive change in how we treat mental disorders—and the stigma often associated with them.

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Personal Stories

"I Have Treatment-Resistant Depression": What It's Like to Live With the Challenging Mental Illness

Imade Nibokun Borha, 31, shares the raw truth about living with treatment-resistant depression—and the surprising silver lining she's found through her diagnosis.

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20 Inspiring Stories of Progress and Hope for the Future of Healthcare

From breakthrough work to eradicate some of the world's deadliest diseases to advancements in cutting-edge health technology, see just some of the ways Johnson & Johnson is working to help change the trajectory of health for humanity.

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Johnson & Johnson Earns a Top Spot on the 2018 Access to Medicine Index

The company has secured a top ranking on the biennial report—which grades companies on their efforts to make medicine more accessible to those in low- and middle-income countries—for the fourth consecutive time.

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Wellness 360: 9 Innovative Johnson & Johnson Employee Benefits for Mind, Body and Budget

Most people get health insurance on the job, but what about resilience training, emergency backup care for loved ones and financial coaching? These are just a few of the unique programs the company is proud to offer.

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The Resilience Rx: 6 Ways to Live Your Best Life With a Chronic Illness

Fact: 60% of Americans live with at least one long-term health condition—and many of them face daily pain. We asked some of these very patients to share reality-tested ways they've learned to take control of their lives.

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Personal Stories

"I Grew Up With a Mother With Bipolar Disorder"

For World Bipolar Day, Michelle Dickinson shares her raw personal story—and how that struggle has inspired her to help others affected by mental illness.

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