Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Stress and Mental Health

Stress and Mental Health

Chronic stress profoundly affects mental health, significantly influencing mood, behavior, and overall quality of life. Research closely links chronic stress with mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Ongoing exposure to stress can lead to physiological and psychological changes, initiating a cycle of emotional distress and maladaptive coping mechanisms.
Individuals with depression often experience challenges in both their personal and professional...

Psychological Responses to Stress

Psychological Responses to Stress

Psychological responses to stress encompass the various cognitive and emotional reactions individuals experience when faced with challenging or threatening situations, such as a job loss. Prolonged exposure to stressors can disturb emotional balance, increasing negative emotions (e.g., anxiety and sadness) and diminishing positive emotions (e.g., joy and satisfaction). These persistent emotional shifts are associated with an increased risk of both physical illness and mental health issues, such...

Community Based Intervention

Community Based Intervention

Community-based interventions in mental health represent a paradigm shift from institution-centered care to treatments embedded within the fabric of local communities. By prioritizing inclusion and leveraging existing societal structures, this approach fosters a supportive environment conducive to addressing mental health challenges while promoting individual dignity and agency.
Foundations of Community Mental Health Programs
Central to the success of community-based interventions is the...

Introduction to Stress and Lifestyle

Introduction to Stress and Lifestyle

Stress is a multifaceted response to events perceived as challenging or threatening, highlighting physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral reactions. Physically, stress can lead to fatigue, sleep disruptions, and various health issues such as frequent colds, chest pains, and nausea. Emotionally, it can manifest as anxiety, depression, irritability, and anger triggered by both minor and major life events. Cognitively, it may result in difficulty in concentration, memory, and...

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric condition that arises following exposure to traumatic events such as natural disasters, forced displacement, or severe accidents. It significantly impairs individuals' ability to cope with daily activities and disrupts their emotional and psychological equilibrium.
Symptoms and Behavioral Manifestations
A spectrum of distressing symptoms characterizes PTSD. Recurrent flashbacks, where individuals involuntarily relive traumatic events,...

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) serves as the primary classification system for mental health disorders, providing standardized diagnostic criteria for clinicians and researchers. First published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in 1952, the DSM has undergone several revisions to reflect evolving psychiatric understanding. The fifth edition, DSM-5, released in 2013, introduced key updates that expanded diagnostic categories and modified diagnostic...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Consumer and Family Perspectives to Achieve Mental Health Equity.

The Psychiatric clinics of North America·2020

Same author

Mental Health for US.

The lancet. Psychiatry·2019

Same author

Medication Treatment For Substance Abuse.

Health affairs (Project Hope)·2019

Same author

Reflecting on 15 Years Well Spent.

The journal of behavioral health services & research·2019

Same author

Suicide Prevention is Everyone's Business.

The journal of behavioral health services & research·2018

Same author

Community Services for Mental Illnesses and Substance Use Disorders: the Moral Test of Our Time.

The journal of behavioral health services & research·2018

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Nov 9, 2025

A New Method for Inducing a Depression-Like Behavior in Rats

A New Method for Inducing a Depression-Like Behavior in Rats

Published on: February 22, 2018

A Path Forward: Mental Health and the U.S. Pandemic Response.

Chirlane I McCray¹, Linda Rosenberg²

¹Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, 181 East End Avenue, New York, NY, 10028, USA. FLONYC@cityhall.nyc.gov.

The Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research

|April 9, 2021

Summary

The COVID-19 pandemic worsened mental health inequities. Policymakers must prioritize mental health reforms to address disparities and improve access to care for all populations.

More Related Videos

Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment

Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment

Published on: December 6, 2024

An Unpredictable Chronic Mild Stress Protocol for Instigating Depressive Symptoms, Behavioral Changes and Negative Health Outcomes in Rodents

An Unpredictable Chronic Mild Stress Protocol for Instigating Depressive Symptoms, Behavioral Changes and Negative Health Outcomes in Rodents

Published on: December 2, 2015

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Nov 9, 2025

A New Method for Inducing a Depression-Like Behavior in Rats

A New Method for Inducing a Depression-Like Behavior in Rats

Published on: February 22, 2018

Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment

Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment

Published on: December 6, 2024

An Unpredictable Chronic Mild Stress Protocol for Instigating Depressive Symptoms, Behavioral Changes and Negative Health Outcomes in Rodents

An Unpredictable Chronic Mild Stress Protocol for Instigating Depressive Symptoms, Behavioral Changes and Negative Health Outcomes in Rodents

Published on: December 2, 2015

Area of Science:

Public Health
Health Policy
Mental Health Services Research

Background:

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a dual crisis of infectious disease and mental health in the U.S.
Racial inequities in COVID-19 outcomes have highlighted and exacerbated existing disparities in mental health care access and results.
Health equity is now a central focus of public health policy.

Purpose of the Study:

To assert the need for prioritizing mental health in pandemic response.
To frame the pandemic as an opportunity for significant mental health policy reform in the U.S.
To outline evidence-based strategies for promoting mental health equity.

Main Methods:

Review and synthesis of existing literature on mental health policy and health equity.
Analysis of innovative state and local policies addressing population-level mental health.
Development of empirically grounded strategies for federal and state policymakers.

Main Results:

The pandemic necessitates urgent attention to mental health disparities.
Existing legislation like the Affordable Care Act and Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act provides a foundation for reform.
Successful state and local initiatives offer models for broader policy implementation.

Conclusions:

Policymakers and advocates must prioritize mental health in pandemic response.
The COVID-19 crisis presents a critical opportunity to enact comprehensive mental health policy reforms.
Implementing evidence-based strategies can advance mental health equity across the U.S.