FCC to vote in July to make '988' the suicide hotline number
Federal regulators will vote in July on whether to make “988” the number to reach a suicide prevention hotline.
FDA approves first-ever prescription video game to help kids with ADHD
EndeavorRx is a game aimed at improving attention function and symptoms associated with ADHD in 8 to 12-year-olds.
Depression and anxiety rates spiked among black Americans after George Floyd’s death, survey finds
Anxiety and depression among black Americans increased after the death of George Floyd, data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows.
Psychologist examines the impact of violent video culture
In the era of the smartphone, violent video has become an unflinching part of our lives.
Experts worried about the mental health of healthcare workers during COVID-19 pandemic
Right now, people from all walks of life are struggling, from the sick to the unemployed. But there are some carrying an even heavier burden than most, like the doctors and nurses on the frontlines of the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. It’s why some experts are more worried about their mental health than ever before.
Doctor's orders: Don't put off regular wellness checks for children during pandemic
Taking your healthy child to the doctor's office may seem rather counterintuitive during the COVID-19 pandemic. Physicians nationwide, however, are urging parents not to postpone their children's’ wellness checks.
Hospital reinstates suspended Santa Monica nurses who demanded proper PPE to treat COVID-19 patients
At least 10 nurses are heading back to the COVID-19 ward this week after being suspended for demanding protective respirator masks, the National Nurses United union said Tuesday.
Prescriptions for anti-anxiety meds spike amid coronavirus outbreak, new report finds
The largest spike was in prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs, which rose 34.1 percent from mid-February to mid-March.
Philadelphia tattoo studio offers free services to cover self-harm scars
Under "Project Tsukurou," Fishtown's Crown and Feather Tattoo Co. offers free services for self-harm victims who want to turn their scars into art.
Thousands express concern for former NBA player Delonte West after troubling video goes viral
Thousands of people expressed concern for former NBA player Delonte West on Tuesday, 24 hours after a video was posted online showing West handcuffed, shirtless, and rambling on the side of a Prince George’s County road.
Ways to cope with 'holiday blues' this season
Signs you may be experiencing "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.
‘Healing PTSD’ stamp created by U.S. Postal Service to raise money for veterans
The U.S. Postal Service has issued a new fundraiser stamp to benefit veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Millennials want to ban ‘Secret Santa’ because it ‘gives them anxiety’
Some millennials want to bring an end to the "Secret Santa" office holiday tradition because it "gives them anxiety," a recent study found.
Water tests safe for legionella at Saint Elizabeths Hospital, city has spent nearly $1.2 million on outage
Nearly a month after legionella bacteria was found in the water at Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Southeast, city officials say the latest test results show the water is free of bacteria.
Saint Elizabeths confirms bacteria still in water following treatment weeks after Legionella found in sample
Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Southeast D.C. has confirmed that potentially deadly bacteria remain in the water following tests weeks after the legionella bacteria was initially confirmed.
1 person dies by suicide every 40 seconds, WHO says — Here’s how to help those who are struggling
One person dies by suicide every 40 seconds, according to figures by the World Health Organization.
Teenagers who don’t date are less likely to be depressed than those who do, study finds
Contrary to what most pop culture references might lead one to believe, teenagers who don’t date aren’t antisocial misfits or weirdos — in fact, they tend to be just as socially skilled, as well as less depressed than their peers who do date, a new study found.
Posting selfies makes you seem ‘less likeable’ and ‘more insecure,’ researchers say
You might think a solid selfie screams “self confidence,” and “likeability,” but new research from Washington State University finds that people who post selfies more than those who don’t are viewed as less successful, more insecure and less likeable.
Mommy burnout: Psychologists say women need 'momcations'
Summer is almost over, but there's still time for moms to take a solo getaway.
FCC wants to implement '988' as new suicide prevention hotline, similar to 911
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission wants to make the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline easier to reach with a new “988” number in place of the current 10-digit number, 800-273-TALK (8255).