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Studying the connection between anxiety and preterm birth

Patients with a history of preterm birth have higher rates and severity scores of anxiety, according to a new study conducted at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Women and sleep disorders: How to get better rest at all stages of life

Women’s sleep disorders harm long-term health. Safia Khan, M.D., discusses how we treat sleep problems from adolescence through menopause.

PeriPAN: Getting pregnant and postpartum women mental health care faster

Our Ob/Gyns and psychiatrists are teamed up in PeriPAN, a new state pilot program to provide quicker mental health care access for pregnant and postpartum women.

Bipolar disorder: Myths vs. realities about the chronic mood swings

Bipolar disorder affects 7 million U.S. patients but still is often misunderstood. Two experts separate myths from facts and discuss treatment options in this MedBlog.

Managing pregnancy when mom has an eating disorder

Psychiatrist Carrie McAdams, M.D., Ph.D., discusses concerns that women with eating disorders have regarding pregnancy and the challenges they may face.

Using magnets to treat major depressive disorder: Clinical trial shows promise

UT Southwestern is currently the only U.S. clinical trial site offering magnetic seizure therapy for major depressive disorder. Kala Bailey, M.D., discusses MST in this MedBlog.

Coping with crisis fatigue: 7 tips to ‘keep calm and carry on…’

Two years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, we have been dealing with a steady stream of health, political, racial, and financial crises. Kipp Pietrantonio, Ph.D., provides 7 tips to help you keep calm and carry on amid the drama.

7 ways to manage family stress during the holidays

Family-related stress can directly affect your physical health. Learn 7 ways to reduce your stress this holiday season.

Breakthroughs in depression research lead to more effective treatments

For many years, patients had to endure a trial-and-error process that often mismatched them with antidepressants. But through the power of UT Southwestern's research, doctors can use a blood test, brain imaging, and artificial intelligence to provide effective and biologically backed treatment for depression.

The psychiatrist will see you now (by virtual visit)

Telepsychiatry can increase mental health care access long after the pandemic ends. Kenneth Dekleva, M.D., discusses its benefits and what the future may hold.

Pregnancy, anxiety, and the pandemic: 4 ways to manage symptoms

Anxiety among pregnant patients has doubled during the pandemic. Consider these 4 ways to manage symptoms before, during, and after pregnancy.

COVID-19 and substance abuse: How to HALT stress drinking, drug use

Physical isolation may lead to increased drinking at home – which carries mental health costs. Get tips to spot warning signs in yourself and others, plus see how COVID-19 is changing the future of treatment.

COVID-19 distress: Managing your mental health in a pandemic

For the 500 million people worldwide who are already struggling with depression and anxiety disorders, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic can feel downright paralyzing because our brains are designed around predictability and structure. There are some practical, common sense and clinical solutions to manage the distress.

7 ways to cope with holiday stress

Whether you’re dealing with financial worries, family dynamics, or health concerns, it’s important to keep your holiday stress levels under control. Licensed social worker Rita Smith offers seven easy but effective ways to navigate the pressures of the season in today’s MedBlog.

Sleep: The real Fountain of Youth

Whether we like it or not, sleep patterns change as we age and consistently poor sleep can lead to larger health problems. UT Southwestern's Natalia David, Psy.D., offers practical solutions on how you can get a better night's sleep and feel more vibrant because of it.