Articles, Leading Stories
An AI chatbot for eating disorders gives harmful responses
By New England Psychologist Staff
An artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot called Tessa, programmed to deliver an interactive program called Body Positive developed by Ellen Fitzsimmons-Craft Ph.D. and other...
Two states, same problem: Staffing shortages plague industry
By Eileen Weber
Mass. and RI weigh in on nationwide dilemma
The mental health field has been hit hard with the...
NH secures ARPA funds for psych services expansion
By Christina P. O'Neill
The federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) has approved $15 million for a $55-$60 million, at least...
Bill for peer specialist Medicaid reimbursement fails
By Danielle Ray
As a woman in recovery herself, Rebecca Allen put a lot of thought into the written testimony that...
Social connection, work-life balance are keys to happiness
By Eileen Weber
Ten states are apparently the best places to live for good work-life balance. Based on a recent index data analysis run by Remote, a human resources company, the main factors...
Report: Homelessness the biggest issue for Vermont children
By Eileen Weber
According to Building Bright Futures’ (BBF) annual report, Vermont’s children have issues surrounding...
Maine DHHS unveils payment reform for behavioral health
By Christina P. O'Neill
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has instituted a $237 million increase in...
Financial psychology: Creating a balanced relationship with money
By Phyllis Hanlon
Financial issues consistently cause stress and anxiety in individuals, according to the “Stress in America” Survey, issued annually by the American Psychological...
Sadly, six-year-old shooters are not an anomaly
By Eileen Weber
Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, Va., is now on the long list of schools in the country in...