Suicide rates surge in rural Georgia, continue to climb in minority communities
According to the CDC, from 2018 to 2019, the overall suicide rate declined for the first time in over a decade. Local and national studies did find an increase in suicides in rural communities and certain minority communities.
According to the CDC, from 2018 to 2019, the overall suicide rate declined for the first time in over a decade. Local and national studies did find an increase in suicides in rural communities and certain minority communities.
‘Black Minds Matter’: Focusing on mental health and African Americans in February
This year’s theme for Black History Month, “Black Health and Wellness,” is more important than ever during the pandemic, but many advocates say it’s also meant to call attention to the growing mental health issues many Black Americans face.
This year’s theme for Black History Month, “Black Health and Wellness,” is more important than ever during the pandemic, but many advocates say it’s also meant to call attention to the growing mental health issues many Black Americans face.
Killer Mike seeks family of man who vandalized barbershop so he ‘can get him some help’
Atlanta rapper Killer Mike said someone vandalized his barber located on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta and while he’s mad, he said he wants to reach one of the vandal’s family members to get him the mental health he needs.
Atlanta rapper Killer Mike said someone vandalized his barber located on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta and while he’s mad, he said he wants to reach one of the vandal’s family members to get him the mental health he needs.
Suicide hotline transitioning to 3-digit number: 988
People in crisis and those trying to help them will have a new three-digit phone number, 988, to reach the national suicide prevention network starting in July.
People in crisis and those trying to help them will have a new three-digit phone number, 988, to reach the national suicide prevention network starting in July.
South Fulton officers help woman who told them she wanted to end her life
Body cam video shows South Fulton police officers helping a woman in a mental health crisis from harming herself.
Body cam video shows South Fulton police officers helping a woman in a mental health crisis from harming herself.
Pay special attention to veterans and their mental health during the holidays, doctor says
A U.S. veteran shared his struggle with mental health after losing both legs while serving in Afghanistan. His hope is that his story will help other veterans who might be struggling during the holidays.
A U.S. veteran shared his struggle with mental health after losing both legs while serving in Afghanistan. His hope is that his story will help other veterans who might be struggling during the holidays.
COVID-related stress weighs heavily on Gen Z
Among Americans in Gen Z, 46% said the pandemic has made it harder to pursue their education or career goals.
Among Americans in Gen Z, 46% said the pandemic has made it harder to pursue their education or career goals.
Does Christmas music stress you out? Here’s why
There are also some tips on how to handle the holiday stress.
There are also some tips on how to handle the holiday stress.
Situation at Everson Griffen's home resolves peacefully after apparent mental health incident
A situation at the home of Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffin has ended peacefully after an apparent mental health incident led to a response by local police and team staff.
A situation at the home of Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffin has ended peacefully after an apparent mental health incident led to a response by local police and team staff.
Georgia sheriff talks man into putting down his gun, comforts him
It could have had a tragic ending. Instead, a Georgia sheriff talked a distraught man out of taking his own life by cop.
It could have had a tragic ending. Instead, a Georgia sheriff talked a distraught man out of taking his own life by cop.
Peppa Pig Theme Park trains employees, creates sensitivity guide for families with autism
When Central Florida’s newest theme park opens early next year, it is going to offer families dealing with autism something that many attractions don’t offer- -- peace of mind.
When Central Florida’s newest theme park opens early next year, it is going to offer families dealing with autism something that many attractions don’t offer- -- peace of mind.
South Fulton brings on counselors to help firefighters through the job’s mental health challenges
Suicide is a big issue among firefighters and other first responders due to the horrors they often have to witness.
Suicide is a big issue among firefighters and other first responders due to the horrors they often have to witness.
Wildland firefighter, his dog take 3,700-mile bike ride to overcome mental health struggles
Wildland firefighter Kevin Conley Jr. and his dog Rocky are on a cross-country trip to improve mental clarity, and most importantly, mental health. One of the eight states he stopped in was Arizona.
Wildland firefighter Kevin Conley Jr. and his dog Rocky are on a cross-country trip to improve mental clarity, and most importantly, mental health. One of the eight states he stopped in was Arizona.
Late credit card payments could be possible sign of dementia
Forgetting things as we age is normal. But when does it cross the line into something more, like dementia? A recent mental health study shows that money mistakes might be a sign that something is afoot.
Forgetting things as we age is normal. But when does it cross the line into something more, like dementia? A recent mental health study shows that money mistakes might be a sign that something is afoot.
Buckhead group helps sex trafficking survivors through horse therapy
A therapy program in Buckhead helps survivors of sex trafficking take back control of their lives through horses.
A therapy program in Buckhead helps survivors of sex trafficking take back control of their lives through horses.
Mother thanks SWAT team for helping son during mental health crisis
D'Anna Muhammad said she was so moved by the actions of members of the South Fulton Metro SWAT team who responded to her home, she personally reached out to them after the incident sending them a message thanking them for the patience and compassion they displayed when dealing with her son.
D'Anna Muhammad said she was so moved by the actions of members of the South Fulton Metro SWAT team who responded to her home, she personally reached out to them after the incident sending them a message thanking them for the patience and compassion they displayed when dealing with her son.
North Carolina university giving students 'wellness day' to address mental health
“I encourage every student to use this time to rest and to check in with each other during that day,” Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz said in a statement Sunday.
“I encourage every student to use this time to rest and to check in with each other during that day,” Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz said in a statement Sunday.
Survey: 42% of working women reported burnout related to job
A new report found 1 in 3 women said they have considered downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce this year, compared to one in four who said the same a few months into the COVID-19 pandemic.
A new report found 1 in 3 women said they have considered downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce this year, compared to one in four who said the same a few months into the COVID-19 pandemic.
Military suicides climbed 15% in 2020; senior leaders want action
Military suicides jumped by 15% in 2020, fueled by significant increases in the Army and Marine Corps that senior leaders said were troubling and require more effort to prevent.
Military suicides jumped by 15% in 2020, fueled by significant increases in the Army and Marine Corps that senior leaders said were troubling and require more effort to prevent.
Bodycam shows Marietta officers, bystander save woman during mental health crisis
Marietta police are crediting three officers and a bystander with saving the life of a distraught woman hanging from the fifth floor of a motel earlier this month.
Marietta police are crediting three officers and a bystander with saving the life of a distraught woman hanging from the fifth floor of a motel earlier this month.