Shortage of psychiatrists in Maine causing a ‘crisis’

Facing unprecedented stress, chefs and restaurateurs have found ways to cope

From state park passes to meditation to dogs, restaurant people looked for respite in a profoundly challenging year.

Sweetser to address increased local mental health needs

The need for services was a growing concern before the pandemic, which clinicians say has sparked more cases of anxiety and depression.

Criteria for involuntarily committing patients in Maine is about to change

The state supreme court ruled last month that a Damariscotta hospital erred in holding a patient without getting a judge's approval and in how it evaluated his petition to be released.

Self-care, regular check-ins needed to help students maintain mental health

Hall-Dale Middle School teacher Dani Quirion has seen positive changes in her students since incorporating mindfulness exercises with her sixth-graders.

Agreement reached for ending court oversight of Maine’s mental health services

The state and a group of plaintiffs have agreed on standards for services that, if met over the next year and a half, could dissolve a court order that's been in effect since 1990.

Maine’s supreme court clarifies rules for holding psychiatric patients in emergency rooms

The court rules that a judge must be alerted within 24 hours if a psychiatric patient is to be held for an extended period during involuntary hospitalization.

Routine changes and fear of uncertainty is causing anxiety in students

Molly Donovan enrolled her two daughters in home schooling after they expressed fear of COVID-19. Donovan said that the level of anxiety her children have shown her is "terrifying."

Joanne McCallie’s new book takes a personal look at bipolar disorder

Diagnosed 25 years ago while a young coach at the University of Maine, Joanne McCallie went on to become one of the nation's top women's basketball coaches.

Waterville-area health professionals say getting outside this winter is especially important

The days are shorter and it's cold, but outside activity has never been so important, area medical professionals say.