Major US cities embrace mental health response with behavioral clinicians replacing police in 911 calls
Data gathered by The Associated Press show at least 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are hosting or starting such programs, sometimes called civilian, alternative or non-police response teams.
Data gathered by The Associated Press show at least 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are hosting or starting such programs, sometimes called civilian, alternative or non-police response teams.
9/11 first responder hikes 1,800 miles to raise money, awareness for veterans
Rob Weisberg walked nearly 1,800 miles on the Appalachian Trail to raise money and awareness for veterans and first responders suffering from PTSD.
Rob Weisberg walked nearly 1,800 miles on the Appalachian Trail to raise money and awareness for veterans and first responders suffering from PTSD.
Hello, neighbor! The secret ingredient to NYC well-being revealed
Go ahead, say hello to your neighbor. A recent study suggests six daily greetings will help you feel better.
Go ahead, say hello to your neighbor. A recent study suggests six daily greetings will help you feel better.
US suicides hit an all-time high last year
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
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.
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.
From battlefields to best friends: Claudio, the service dog changing a veteran's life
Professional trainers with Canine Companions worked with Claudio on veteran-specific commands to help with PTSD - something Michael struggles with.
Professional trainers with Canine Companions worked with Claudio on veteran-specific commands to help with PTSD - something Michael struggles with.
Suicides and homicides among young people spiked early in pandemic, study says
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Experts cited several potential reasons for the increases in suicides and homicides, including higher rates of depression, limited availability of mental health services, and the number of guns in homes.
Manhattan Day School implements mental new health program
Students at Manhattan Day school are having open discussions about mental health after reading the comic 'Real Abilities, the Mental Health Addition.'
Students at Manhattan Day school are having open discussions about mental health after reading the comic 'Real Abilities, the Mental Health Addition.'
Ja Morant ‘fine’ after police welfare check for concerning Instagram post
The Memphis Grizzlies star posted several messages and pictures saying “Love ya ma," “Love ya pops" and “You da greatest babygirl love ya," and another post with the word “Bye."
The Memphis Grizzlies star posted several messages and pictures saying “Love ya ma," “Love ya pops" and “You da greatest babygirl love ya," and another post with the word “Bye."
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.
More than a quarter of Canadians think homelessness, poverty are reasons for assisted suicide
Half of respondents said those with disabilities should have access to assisted suicide
Half of respondents said those with disabilities should have access to assisted suicide
Google to add pre-written text prompts to suicide-related search results
When someone searches for suicide-related terms, they’ll see a prompt with conversation starters they can send via text in an effort to “reduce the stigma” of reaching out for help.
When someone searches for suicide-related terms, they’ll see a prompt with conversation starters they can send via text in an effort to “reduce the stigma” of reaching out for help.
Kelly Clarkson responds to 'toxic' workplace claims about her talk show
In a report, anonymous employees called Kelly Clarkson “fantastic” but said show producers were “monsters” who made their lives “hell.”
In a report, anonymous employees called Kelly Clarkson “fantastic” but said show producers were “monsters” who made their lives “hell.”
'He wanted to end his life': Iowa officers rescue man about to jump off bridge
Dashcam video showed the moment to officers jumping into action to save a man who wanted to end his life.
Dashcam video showed the moment to officers jumping into action to save a man who wanted to end his life.
Heather Armstrong, mommy blogger known as Dooce, dies at 47
Armstrong’s boyfriend, Pete Ashdown, told The Associated Press that he found her Tuesday night at their Salt Lake City home.
Armstrong’s boyfriend, Pete Ashdown, told The Associated Press that he found her Tuesday night at their Salt Lake City home.
Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says
“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.
“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.