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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
Excessive social media use has many of the same effects as substance abuse, says expert
How to know if you're addicted — and how to 'detox,' according to a clinical psychologist.
How to know if you're addicted — and how to 'detox,' according to a clinical psychologist.
Dallas police chief calls for more mental health awareness after officer commits suicide
A Dallas police officer committed suicide this week just one day after he was involved in a police shooting. Officer Matthew Bacon was involved in Monday's shooting death of a man wanted for a Dallas murder. He had been with the department for 18 years.
A Dallas police officer committed suicide this week just one day after he was involved in a police shooting. Officer Matthew Bacon was involved in Monday's shooting death of a man wanted for a Dallas murder. He had been with the department for 18 years.
New influencer trend could prompt mental health crises, suicide as users tune into 'fake life': Tech Founder
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
Bed rotting: TikTok's latest trend comes with health warning
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.
Angus Cloud's mother denies 'Euphoria' star died by suicide: 'He did not intend to check out of this world'
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
Texas Rangers announcer Eric Nadel returns to booth Friday night
Texas Rangers play-by-play announcer Eric Nadel will make his return to the radio on Friday night after going on leave to address mental health issues.
Texas Rangers play-by-play announcer Eric Nadel will make his return to the radio on Friday night after going on leave to address mental health issues.
Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to increase mental health coverage
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
Family of teacher killed by DeSoto police believes 'broken' mental health system failed him
The family of Michael Nunez said he started getting delusional just days before the encounter with law enforcement, in which he lost his life. His family, and advocates, said it's evidence of a broken mental health system that often puts police in the unenviable position of weighing a person's individual liberties against medical care.
The family of Michael Nunez said he started getting delusional just days before the encounter with law enforcement, in which he lost his life. His family, and advocates, said it's evidence of a broken mental health system that often puts police in the unenviable position of weighing a person's individual liberties against medical care.
Surgeon general warns social media can have 'profound risk of harm' for kids
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.
Texas ranked last in mental health care for young people in 2022. New bills look to change that.
Dallas nonprofit After8toEducate says they are seeing a 30% increase in homeless young people in need of their services. They hope new bills in the Texas Legislature can change that.
Dallas nonprofit After8toEducate says they are seeing a 30% increase in homeless young people in need of their services. They hope new bills in the Texas Legislature can change that.