US to award $35M in grants to tribes for 988 mental health crisis line
The 988 hotline, which went live in July, was designed to be an easy number to remember, similar to 911.
The 988 hotline, which went live in July, was designed to be an easy number to remember, similar to 911.
Survey: Nearly half of Americans admit talking to their plants, and it might make them happier
About 62% of respondents said talking to their plants helps their own mental health and 65% said they believe it helps the plants grow.
About 62% of respondents said talking to their plants helps their own mental health and 65% said they believe it helps the plants grow.
Uvalde children grapple with trauma after school massacre
As students get ready to return to school in Uvalde on Tuesday for the first time since the massacre at Robb Elementary, PTSD symptoms are starting to show.
As students get ready to return to school in Uvalde on Tuesday for the first time since the massacre at Robb Elementary, PTSD symptoms are starting to show.
Luke Bell's family says the singer struggled with mental illness before his death at 32: 'We are heartbroken'
'Unfortunately Luke suffered from the disease of mental illness, which progressed after his father's death in 2015,' the family wrote in a statement.
'Unfortunately Luke suffered from the disease of mental illness, which progressed after his father's death in 2015,' the family wrote in a statement.
Tigers' Austin Meadows reveals mental health struggles, encourages others 'to reach out'
Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows revealed on Friday he has been dealing with mental health issues along with physical ailments and will not play again this season.
Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows revealed on Friday he has been dealing with mental health issues along with physical ailments and will not play again this season.
Clippers' John Wall says he considered suicide during struggles: 'Darkest place I've ever been in'
John Wall says he considered taking his own life during a time in the last three years when he was dealing with a torn Achilles and the deaths of family members at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
John Wall says he considered taking his own life during a time in the last three years when he was dealing with a torn Achilles and the deaths of family members at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Study finds depression is not likely caused by a chemical imbalance or low serotonin levels
For years, many people have assumed depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain, or low levels of the chemical serotonin. But, a new British study finds low serotonin levels are not the cause of the brain disorder that affects millions of Americans.
For years, many people have assumed depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain, or low levels of the chemical serotonin. But, a new British study finds low serotonin levels are not the cause of the brain disorder that affects millions of Americans.
Auvelity, depression drug from Axsome Therapeutics, gets FDA approval
The biopharmaceutical company expects Auvelity to be commercially available in the U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2022.
The biopharmaceutical company expects Auvelity to be commercially available in the U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2022.
Video shows officers, citizens coming to aid of man going through mental crisis
Body camera from police show the dramatic moments and the quick thinking it took to pull the man to safety.
Body camera from police show the dramatic moments and the quick thinking it took to pull the man to safety.
First lady Rosalynn Carter celebrates 95th birthday
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter is celebrating her 95th birthday on Thursday.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter is celebrating her 95th birthday on Thursday.
Palm Harbor parents call for empathy, kindness after daughter dies by suicide days before start of senior year
McKenna Brown, 16, was a star athlete with a bright future, but just days before the start of her senior year at East Lake High School she took her own life. Her parents are now sounding the alarm on the needs surrounding teenage mental health.
McKenna Brown, 16, was a star athlete with a bright future, but just days before the start of her senior year at East Lake High School she took her own life. Her parents are now sounding the alarm on the needs surrounding teenage mental health.
Election seasons are stressful; here are ways to cope
With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.
With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.
Therapist discusses helping children face fears over new school year
A therapist breaks down ways to talk with children about possible fears returning to school amid safety concerns.
A therapist breaks down ways to talk with children about possible fears returning to school amid safety concerns.
Many parents are stressed about back-to-school expenses; how to talk to your kids about it
Polls show Americans are increasing anxious about inflation. For many parents, back-to-school costs are rising, and so is their stress level. A Decatur, Georgia, counselor share some tips on how to talk to kids about finances.
Polls show Americans are increasing anxious about inflation. For many parents, back-to-school costs are rising, and so is their stress level. A Decatur, Georgia, counselor share some tips on how to talk to kids about finances.
Stress and the brain: Study finds certain types of stress can benefit your mind
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
Mother sues Facebook, claiming harm to addicted teenage daughter
Cecelia Tesch says her 13-year-old daughter suffers from an eating disorder, depression and other mental health problems after six years of using Facebook.
Cecelia Tesch says her 13-year-old daughter suffers from an eating disorder, depression and other mental health problems after six years of using Facebook.
Even the simplest form of exercise can help with an aging brain, research hints
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
Gwinnett County police expanding unit that responds to mental health crisis calls
Gwinnett County Police Department's Behavioral Health Unit, by the end of this year, are going to grow from two people to 12.
Gwinnett County Police Department's Behavioral Health Unit, by the end of this year, are going to grow from two people to 12.
Shawn Mendes cancels tour to focus on mental health: 'Much needed time off'
Mendes had previously postponed the Wonder World Tour to focus on his mental health.
Mendes had previously postponed the Wonder World Tour to focus on his mental health.
Officers, motorist save man threatening to jump from College Park overpass
Lt. Cody Smith and his partner, Officer Larry Stalling, responded to a man in distress on the overpass at Airport Boulevard overlooking I-85 near Atlanta’s airport.
Lt. Cody Smith and his partner, Officer Larry Stalling, responded to a man in distress on the overpass at Airport Boulevard overlooking I-85 near Atlanta’s airport.