Study: Anxiety tops mental health concerns for employees
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Most US teens feel peaceful without smartphones, study finds
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
These simple activities are as effective as therapy for depression, study finds
According to the study authors, walking, jogging, yoga, tai chi, aerobic exercises and strength training were extremely effective at treating depression.
Lil Jon drops meditation album: Here's what inspired him
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
DART launches Cares program to help homeless riders with mental health issues
The recently formed DART Cares team consists of a licensed behavioral health clinician from Parkland Health, a DART police officer and Dallas firefighter paramedic.
Officer replaces therapy pig for young boy after tragic animal attack
A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.
California could legalize psychedelic therapy after rejecting ‘magic mushroom’ decriminalization
A pair of California lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to allow people 21 and older to consume psychedelic mushrooms under professional supervision as part of an agenda to tackle the state’s mental health and substance use crises.
Texas Supreme Court hears arguments for ban on gender-affirming care for kids
In September, Senate Bill 14 went into effect, banning transgender minors from accessing treatments like hormone therapy and puberty blockers among other treatments. A group of parents, physicians and special-interest groups sued the state, claiming the law violates the constitutional rights of families and children based on sex.
Dementia among younger people is linked to 15 factors, major study reveals
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
Meta to shield teens on Instagram, Facebook from self-harm, eating disorders content
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
Rowlett High School now has a 'reset room' to help students and teachers
Rowlett High School has a reset room on campus that will serve as a place for students to take a break, work through their anger, and re-center outside of the normal school environment.
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.
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.
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.
Matthew Perry Foundation launches for late 'Friends' actor to help people with addiction
The Matthew Perry Foundation began accepting donations 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.
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.
Tony Timpa's family considers pursuit of new trial after $1 million verdict in wrongful death case
The verdict falls well short of the $300 million the Timpa family asked for in his 2016 death. Body camera footage shows Timpa pinned down, with a knee on his back for nearly 14 minutes.
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.