Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims

The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.

Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works

Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.

Cowboys player Solomon Thomas speaks to students about mental health

Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Solomon Thomas met with several Dallas students on Tuesday to discuss the importance of mental health. He called it a “conversation we don’t have often enough."

Dallas Cowboys player talks mental health with Dallas ISD
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Defensive tackle Solomon Thomas talked with some Dallas ISD students this afternoon about the importance of mental health. He called it "a conversation we don't have often enough."

Family of Dallas Cowboy impacted by suicide mourn loss of Marshawn Kneeland

For right now, her hope is the team will lean on each other in the coming days, and that this tragedy sparks more open conversations about mental health in the league.

Mental health expert weighs in on death of Marshawn Kneeland

A new national report suggests good coaches have a real impact on the mental wellness and academic success of high school athletes.

Former Dallas Cowboys coach remembers Marshawn Kneeland
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Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically died at age 24 from an apparent suicide on Wednesday, two days after scoring his first NFL touchdown, prompting mourning across the league and raising awareness about mental health crises among athletes.

NFL world reacts to tragic death of Dallas Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically died at age 24 from an apparent suicide on Wednesday, two days after scoring his first NFL touchdown, prompting mourning across the league and raising awareness about mental health crises among athletes.

Man killed in SWAT standoff after charging with a knife
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A man was shot and killed by a Dallas SWAT team after he charged at officers with a knife during a standoff at a home on Tuesday night.

Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47

Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.

Suspect identified in North Austin shooting at Target
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Police say 32-year-old Ethan Nieneker then stole the family's vehicle fled to South Austin and carjacked and assaulted other people before he was ultimately taken into custody.

Mental health experts on for phone-free classrooms
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Dallas ISD will use locking pouches to enforce the new Texas law banning student cell phone use during school hours, with a mental health expert advising that students and parents should expect an adjustment period.

Research suggest positive effects from social media
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In contrast to modern concerns, some new research has found some possible positive effects for teens using social media.

Helping others cope with trauma of catastrophic events
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Hundreds gathered at SMU's Bush Center on Monday night showing support to each other and to the girls who were rescued and were part of last night's gathering. Adult healing is very similar to how we talk to our kids.

Parkland Health offers free testing on HIV Testing Day
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On Friday, June 27, Parkland Health and Walgreens will offer free HIV testing at select Dallas locations to combat the ongoing epidemic in Dallas County.

Most Americans losing sleep over money stress, study finds

A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.

Silver Alert: 76-year-old Karen May Taube
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Denton police are looking for 76-year-old Karen May Taube, who was pulled from her assisted living facility.