• By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Mar 26, 2025

    ADHD & Anxiety: Two Common Coexisting Disorders

    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition characterized by an ongoing pattern of inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and/or issues with executive functioning. Symptoms of ADHD often include a persistent and pervasive inability to focus, disorganization, and restlessness. Over two-thirds of people with ADHD have at least one additional coexisting condition1…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Mar 12, 2025

    Supporting the Mental Health of Cancer Patients

    When considering the impact of a cancer diagnosis, many people may naturally focus on the physical aspects of the disease – what cancer does to the body. However, cancer can affect a patient’s mental health too, as well as the mental health of one’s family and caregivers. According to the…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Feb 26, 2025

    Dismantling Barriers to Schizophrenia Treatment & Support

    Schizophrenia is a spectrum of serious neuro-psychiatric brain diseases in which people misinterpret reality. Schizophrenia may result in some combination of hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking and behavior that impairs daily life. Schizophrenia and related psychosis disorders affect at least 1 in 100 people in the U.S. – about 2…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Feb 12, 2025

    Addressing the Behavioral Health Needs of Children, Adolescents and Young Adults

    Experiencing behavioral or mental health symptoms can be alarming, confusing, and exhausting for children, teens, young adults, and their families. Add the all-too-common struggle to find appropriate mental health services and providers, and despair can spiral out of control. That struggle is very real, according to Mental Health America (MHA),…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Jan 15, 2025

    Behavioral Health Matters: A New Series from Real World Health Care

    Millions of Americans are affected by mental and behavioral health conditions. From depression and anxiety to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, psychosis, and schizophrenia, mental health conditions are far more common than many people think. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) shares some sobering statistics: 1 in…more.

    Categories: Behavioral Health
  • By Michael Heimall, President & CEO, HealthWell Foundation  |  Dec 18, 2024

    Thank You for Following Real World Health Care

    The holiday season is in full swing, a time when many of us are fortunate to be able to spread good cheer and celebrate with friends and family. I count myself as fortunate for many things at year’s end, including my new role as President & CEO of the HealthWell…more.

  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Dec 2, 2024

    Help Us Assist One Million More Patients This GivingTuesday

    Since 2012, GivingTuesday has inspired millions around the world to unleash the power of their generosity to help others. The concept resonates deeply with all of us here at Real World Health Care and the HealthWell Foundation. This year, HealthWell is proud to celebrate a significant milestone: We have provided…more.

    Categories: Cost-Savings
  • By COPD Foundation  |  Nov 13, 2024

    COPD Awareness Month: Stopping an Invisible Epidemic

    November is COPD Awareness Month. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, affects more than 30 million Americans. That’s 1 out of every 8 Americans over 45. It is the third leading cause of death worldwide. But many have never heard of it. The COPD Foundation is dedicated to changing that.…more.

    Categories: General, Uncategorized
  • By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Nov 6, 2024

    A Conversation with Michael Heimall – New HealthWell Foundation President & CEO

    This week, the HealthWell Foundation, publishers of Real World Health Care, welcomed its new President & Chief Executive Officer. Michael S. Heimall, FACHE, is an accomplished executive with experience at some of the nation’s most respected veterans medical centers. He comes to HealthWell after serving as executive director of the…more.

    Categories: Access to Care, General
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