Should mental illness be called “brain disease” instead? And, if so, why? In this article, we’ll look at this question from several different points of view: What are the advantages of calling mental illness a “brain disease”? Would it be accurate to call it brain disease? Are mental illnesses simply physical diseases that strike the brain? Are there reasons not to call mental illness a brain disease? What do the experts have to say about this?
PBS Reports: Quick Summary A new report out today from the U.S. surgeon general is warning that the American workplace needs to change to better support the emotional and physical well-being of employees. The report recommends organizations make mental health benefits easily accessible, encourage time off for emotional well-being and provide better wages for lower-paid workers. Key Points The workplace has a powerful impact on our emotional health. As a result of the pandemic, workers are asking themselves how much they are willing to sacrifice for work.