Study: 77% of Americans  struggling with mental health issues

While excessive and obsessive behaviors are nothing new, according to the study, the pandemic has exacerbated both the underlying health issues and the toxic behavior used to treat it.

US Navy deploys more chaplains for suicide prevention

Growing mental health distress in the ranks carries such grave implications that the U.S. chief of naval operations, Adm. Michael Gilday, answered “suicides” when asked what in the security environment kept him up at night.

'Helicopter parenting': Study shows negative effects on kids' development

Are parents hovering too much over their children? A new study suggests helicopter parenting can have negative effects on kids' development.

NYPD officers shoot man armed with knife while responding to mental health call

NYPD officers shot and critically injured a man who reportedly advanced toward them with a knife Sunday while he was having a mental health crisis, police said.

Trans flight attendant known for United commercial dies by apparent suicide

Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.

Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country

'Ted Lasso' cast visit White House, promote mental health care

Comedian Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character, and other cast members were meeting with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden to talk about how mental health contributes to overall well-being.

World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks

The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.

Zachary Levi opens up about 'Shazam! Fury of the Gods' and mental health

Zachary Levi is back making us laugh and saving the world in ‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods.’ The sequel to the wildly successful ‘Shazam!’ is super-sized with wild visual effects. 

Man accused of attacking flight attendant raises questions about security, mental health

A Massachusetts man accused of attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the plane's emergency door on a cross-country flight has directed attention to passengers with mental health illnesses.

Gov. Hochul joins GDNY: Bail reform, affordable housing and more

Bail reform, affordable housing and more: Gov. Kathy Hochul joined Good Day New York to discuss a variety of topics.

The new pressures on teen girls: How can they get help?

A new study by the CDC shows just how severe the impact is on girls' mental health. It is also raising questions about how to give them the support they need so they don't feel so alone.

NYC high school students demand more mental health funding instead of more police

New York City high school students spoke at a City Council meeting Wednesday, to advocate for more funding to be directed towards mental health resources rather than school police.

'Like a second home': Fountain House connects New Yorkers with mental health services

The Fountain House aims to help New Yorkers living with serious mental illnesses. It is just one of the services being supported by Mayor Adams' expanded mental health plan in the city.

Mayor Adams World Teen Mental Wellness Day
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Mayor Adams unveiled a series of mental health initiatives including the possibilities of adding more safe injection sites

BetterHelp to pay $7.8M for sharing mental health data with Facebook, Snapchat

Online therapy platform BetterHelp will pay $7.8 million for reportedly sharing sensitive mental health info with Facebook, Snapchat and other advertisers for profit.