Family of Landon School student who took his own life files wrongful death lawsuit
The family of a 16-year-old student who took his own life in 2022 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Maryland private school he attended alleging they failed to take proactive measures that could have prevented the tragedy.
The family of a 16-year-old student who took his own life in 2022 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Maryland private school he attended alleging they failed to take proactive measures that could have prevented the tragedy.
Specific ideas and ways to change your life in 2024
New year’s resolutions get a bad rap. Here are some specific, small things you could start doing that are sure to bring big changes ahead.
New year’s resolutions get a bad rap. Here are some specific, small things you could start doing that are sure to bring big changes ahead.
Suicide deaths reached a record high in 2022: Here's why rates are higher in men
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.
Here's how much money you need to be happy, according to 2023 survey
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
Rosalynn Carter remembered as champion for mental health advocacy
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter spent five decades of championing the education, understanding, and normalizing of mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter spent five decades of championing the education, understanding, and normalizing of mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Anger can motivate people to achieve their goals, new study suggests: 'Sharpened focus'
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
First signs of gloomy winter weather can trigger seasonal depression, seasonal affective disorder
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
Here are the best and worst US states for mental health, as revealed in new report
Where you live could have a lot to do with how you feel, according to a recent study.
Where you live could have a lot to do with how you feel, according to a recent study.
New focus on America's youth mental health crisis
As we mark World Mental Health Day, Jim talks with Naomi Allen, founder and CEO of virtual mental health care provider Brightline. They discuss the renewed emphasis on mental health care for America's youth, plus how current events are weighing on young minds.
As we mark World Mental Health Day, Jim talks with Naomi Allen, founder and CEO of virtual mental health care provider Brightline. They discuss the renewed emphasis on mental health care for America's youth, plus how current events are weighing on young minds.
The most common phobias in each US state, according to search trends
“A fear of people" – or anthropophobia – was most commonly searched in populous states like California and New York, the report said.
“A fear of people" – or anthropophobia – was most commonly searched in populous states like California and New York, the report said.
Mom lets child take time off school for fun
A post on TikTok is sparking debate on whether kids should be allowed to take days off from school when they want.
A post on TikTok is sparking debate on whether kids should be allowed to take days off from school when they want.
Depression identified as 'contributing cause' of type 2 diabetes risk, study finds
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
Study says 60% of college students meet criteria for a mental health issue
A study of 300 college campuses shows that over 60% of college students meet criteria for at least one mental health issue.
A study of 300 college campuses shows that over 60% of college students meet criteria for at least one mental health issue.
Major US cities embrace mental health response with behavioral clinicians replacing police in 911 calls
Data gathered by The Associated Press show at least 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are hosting or starting such programs, sometimes called civilian, alternative or non-police response teams.
Data gathered by The Associated Press show at least 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are hosting or starting such programs, sometimes called civilian, alternative or non-police response teams.
US suicide rate reached highest number ever last year
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
US suicides hit an all-time high last year
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
New influencer trend could prompt mental health crises, suicide as users tune into 'fake life': Tech Founder
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
Bed rotting: TikTok's latest trend comes with health warning
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.