Veterans find PTSD relief through scuba diving program

When the former marine and Georgia police officer scuba dives, everything slows down and fits into place. He now is trying to bring that same sense of peace to his fellow veterans.

Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says

“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.

Feeling stuck over a big decision? These 5 steps may help

Life throws a lot of decisions our way, and it can be easy to get stuck over major decisions about work, our relationships, and making a big change. But licensed professional counselor Natolie Gray says there are 5 steps that can help you get unstuck.

Advocacy group calls for changes to end youth violence

Advocates have been working to prevent youth violence by making changes both at home and under the Gold Dome.

Spelman College students balance pros and cons of social media

When it comes to social media, Spelman College students Madison Riles and M’Kenzie Lumas-Harmon are constantly creating.

Spring, summer can be harder than winter for some seasonal depression sufferers

The spring and summer can bring relief for people who experience seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, during the winter months, when the days are short and there is less sunlight. But for about 10% of SAD sufferers, the warmer months are the hardest.

Fetterman leaves Walter Reed with depression 'in remission'

In a statement, Fetterman’s office says his depression was treated with medication and that he's wearing hearing aids for hearing loss.

Marietta Police sets up wellness room to help first responders

Law enforcement officers often deal with one crisis after another. It can affect them personally and how they do their job. That's why the Marietta Police Department set up a place where they can go to decompress.

Florida man searches metro Atlanta for missing fiancée

Joe Brigati says he last saw Brianna Quinteros walking into a supermarket on Atlanta Highway in Loganville on March 25.

Standout OSU football player talks about why he left the game for good

Henry Miller was a standout athlete-scholar on and off the playing field. But the 21-year-old says he had to leave the game to save himself.

Trans flight attendant known for United commercial dies by apparent suicide

Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.

Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country

'Ted Lasso' cast visit White House, promote mental health care

Comedian Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character, and other cast members were meeting with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden to talk about how mental health contributes to overall well-being.

World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks

The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.