US teachers being trained in mental health to help students in turmoil
The California Department of Education funds a program for mental health training for teachers for any school district requesting it. Experts warn of a mental health crisis facing children.
The California Department of Education funds a program for mental health training for teachers for any school district requesting it. Experts warn of a mental health crisis facing children.
Social media use linked to small decrease in teens’ life satisfaction 1 year later, study finds
Researchers found “windows of sensitivity” — or the apparent link between social media and life satisfaction — happen more substantially at certain ages.
Researchers found “windows of sensitivity” — or the apparent link between social media and life satisfaction — happen more substantially at certain ages.
Pandemic took a toll on teen mental health, CDC says
New research says more than 4 in 10 U.S. high school students said they felt persistently sad or hopeless during the pandemic.
New research says more than 4 in 10 U.S. high school students said they felt persistently sad or hopeless during the pandemic.
Medical marijuana does not help with anxiety, depression, doubles risk of addiction, study says
A recent study found that medical marijuana failed to quell symptoms of anxiety and depression and instead doubled down on risks for developing addictive symptoms and cannabis use disorders.
A recent study found that medical marijuana failed to quell symptoms of anxiety and depression and instead doubled down on risks for developing addictive symptoms and cannabis use disorders.
NYC teachers hit hard by burnout; many leaving
Burnout is the talk of the teachers' lounge, according to Samia Wattoo, who has taught for 19 years -- the last two in a global pandemic where masks and remote learning have been thrust upon teachers and kids overnight.
Burnout is the talk of the teachers' lounge, according to Samia Wattoo, who has taught for 19 years -- the last two in a global pandemic where masks and remote learning have been thrust upon teachers and kids overnight.
Study: Greater screen time in young kids linked to more reported behavior problems
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.
High school launches ‘calm room’ to help students’ mental health
Rather than sending students home for headaches and other ailments, the school gave stressed students a 20-to-30-minute break, and they were able to return to class.
Rather than sending students home for headaches and other ailments, the school gave stressed students a 20-to-30-minute break, and they were able to return to class.
Ukraine War: Talking to children about trauma
Our instinct can sometimes make us want to avoid talking to kids about tough subjects on the news because we don't want to upset them. But with events unfolding on TV and across social media at high speed, the best way to address the conversation is head-on and with sensitivity, experts say.
Our instinct can sometimes make us want to avoid talking to kids about tough subjects on the news because we don't want to upset them. But with events unfolding on TV and across social media at high speed, the best way to address the conversation is head-on and with sensitivity, experts say.
Mental health care system in NY struggles to meet demand
New York has only about half the number of beds needed to treat mental illness, according to an advocacy group.
New York has only about half the number of beds needed to treat mental illness, according to an advocacy group.
NYC subway safety plan includes cops, outreach workers, mental health experts
Mayor Eric Adams says he will clean up the city's increasingly dangerous subway stations by removing the homeless and enforcing transit rules.
Mayor Eric Adams says he will clean up the city's increasingly dangerous subway stations by removing the homeless and enforcing transit rules.
The Healing: Black men yoga takes shape to combat mental health
Tristan Lewis and Andrew Smith started The Healing, a nonprofit aiming to promote mental health and wellness among Black men.
Tristan Lewis and Andrew Smith started The Healing, a nonprofit aiming to promote mental health and wellness among Black men.
Nika King from Euphoria previews 'climactic' turn in next episode
According to statistics from HBO, season 2 of Euphoria has nearly doubled its viewership since season 1.
According to statistics from HBO, season 2 of Euphoria has nearly doubled its viewership since season 1.
‘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.
COVID Burnout: Coping with pandemic-related stress
The American Psychological Association's new research shows burnout and stress are at all-time highs across professions. COVID fatigue is a big factor in that.
The American Psychological Association's new research shows burnout and stress are at all-time highs across professions. COVID fatigue is a big factor in that.
Mother's tragic tale: Husband dies of COVID-19, their son dies by suicide due to guilt
Stephanie Reyes was well aware her son was depressed. She tried repeatedly to get him into counseling, but she says everyone she turned to was booked months in advance.
Stephanie Reyes was well aware her son was depressed. She tried repeatedly to get him into counseling, but she says everyone she turned to was booked months in advance.
As millions suffer from ‘COVID-somnia,’ here's how you can sleep through the night
Chronic sleep problems have been associated with medical problems including diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure as well cognitive dysfunction and mood disturbances.
Chronic sleep problems have been associated with medical problems including diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure as well cognitive dysfunction and mood disturbances.
Pandemic triggered children's mental health emergency, groups say
Many American parents are reporting grief, anxiety, and depression among their children, citing school closures and forced isolation as the primary culprits. Three major medical associations have jointly declared a "national state of emergency in children's mental health."
Many American parents are reporting grief, anxiety, and depression among their children, citing school closures and forced isolation as the primary culprits. Three major medical associations have jointly declared a "national state of emergency in children's mental health."
UConn's Dan Hurley says COVID has taken a mental toll
UConn coach Dan Hurley was reveling in the return of basketball this season when just before Christmas he began feeling sick. Like many other programs, the Huskies (10-3) are now in a pause because of COVID-19, with Hurley, other staff members and nine players having tested positive or showing symptoms, so far.
UConn coach Dan Hurley was reveling in the return of basketball this season when just before Christmas he began feeling sick. Like many other programs, the Huskies (10-3) are now in a pause because of COVID-19, with Hurley, other staff members and nine players having tested positive or showing symptoms, so far.
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.
Senators question Instagram CEO about app's potential harm to young users
Adam Mosseri is testifying Wednesday at a Senate hearing as Facebook, whose parent now is named Meta Platforms, has been roiled by public and political outrage over the disclosures by former Facebook employee Frances Haugen.
Adam Mosseri is testifying Wednesday at a Senate hearing as Facebook, whose parent now is named Meta Platforms, has been roiled by public and political outrage over the disclosures by former Facebook employee Frances Haugen.