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mental

[men-tl] / ˈmɛn tl /




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The U visa is a nonimmigrant status granted to victims of some crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and who cooperate with the government in the prosecution of their cases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Despite being banned, a wealth of research suggests they can treat intractable mental health problems, which has attracted significant investment from the biotech industry.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

President Donald Trump signs a directive to accelerate FDA review of psychedelic drugs for serious mental illness.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Carruthers’ case is a perfect storm of capital punishment’s familiar failures: paid informants, information withheld from the jury, untested physical evidence, and the defendant’s mental illness.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

I make a mental note to tidy up before we leave.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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