'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Tokyo Olympics

Simone Biles cited mental health struggles for pulling out of Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions, highlighting an ongoing discussion in sports.

Olympian Simone Biles joins pivotal conversation on athletes and mental health

Simone Biles withdrew from the team final at the Olympics saying that she needed to take a step back. And as the stigma surrounding mental health fades, we see more athletes — like Biles, Naomi Osaka and Michael Phelps — speaking openly about their struggles.

New Yorkers seek stress relief and fitness in the boxing ring

A boxing gym in Westchester County that survived the pandemic closures has reopened and welcomed a whole new clientele.

Drug to treat postpartum depression shows promise in trial

New moms may soon have another option to address postpartum depression. A clinical trial of a new drug has yielded promising results.

Naomi Osaka says press conference format 'in great need of a refresh'

Naomi Osaka said the press conference format between journalists and athletes is “in great need of a refresh” in a new essay on mental health.

Is NYC's special summer program ready for kids?

Summer Rising is meant to help the children who had a particularly rough school year because of the pandemic. It also incorporates field trips, outdoor recreation, arts, and more.

Youth suicide attempts increased 31% amid COVID-19 pandemic, CDC says

Suicide attempts among adolescents increased 31% amid the COVID-19 pandemic and over 50% of that was among females, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Children are aware of race and racism, Sesame Workshop survey says

The Sesame Workshop conducted a study that showed that kids are much more aware of race and racism than we give them credit for.

Grand Slam leaders vow to address players’ mental health as athletes lend support for Naomi Osaka

Athletes voiced their support following Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open, prompting the leaders of the four Grand Slam tournaments to address players’ concerns about mental health.

Naomi Osaka withdraws from French Open amid scrutiny over media boycott

Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open on Monday amid scrutiny over her decision to skip press conferences, citing mental health concerns as a reason for her decision.

Pandemic's mental health toll on minorities | Resources

Online networks and other groups are trying to help minorities connect with therapists who look like them.

Are we really ready to return to 'normal'?

As our various cities, states, regions, and nations start to reopen at full capacity, we don't even know what this new moment means or what it might look like in a post-pandemic era.

Americans not getting mental health care needed amid pandemic, reports suggest

The ongoing pandemic has made access to mental health services more necessary than ever, though new reports suggest Americans aren’t getting the care they need.

Subways to resume 24-hour service; riders, workers worry about crime

The subway system has an image problem to contend with since the start of the pandemic. The mayor's office and NYPD said overall crime is down on the subway. But per million riders, major felonies are up.

Female fitness and body image | Street Soldiers

Women sometimes feel like they are in the crossfire of mixed messages about how their bodies should look.

Mental health experts notice new phenomenon: Anxiety about life after COVID-19

Mental health experts are noticing a new phenomenon: anxiety about life after COVID-19. As restrictions are lifted and activities resume, normal may not feel so "normal" anymore.