How petting dogs could improve your attention span and motivation
Researchers concluded that the brain stimulation felt by regularly petting a dog could translate to improved cognitive function down the road.
Antidepressant use during pregnancy not linked to ADHD, autism: study
Doctors say untreated mental illness is more dangerous for a developing fetus than the medications used to treat it.
Prince William calls for improved safety on social media after coroner implicates platforms in girl's death
Molly Russell, 14, died by suicide in 2017 after viewing content online related to self-harm and suicide.
Lawsuit claims Fort Hood soldier died by suicide in 2020 after months of bullying
The family of Army Sgt. Elder Fernandes say the bullying stemmed from him reporting to his superiors he had been sexually assaulted.
Loneliness and unhappiness can age us faster than smoking: New study
Loneliness may make our biological clock tick faster.
Survey reveals what people would give up to improve their health
What would you give up to proactively improve your health? Many Americans with a preventative wellness routine said they’d be willing to slow down their social lives to pay for it.
Study: Only eating during day may help improve mental health in night shift workers
It’s estimated that about 20% of the workforce is made up of shift workers, who are more at risk of having depression and anxiety, researchers said.
Braves pitcher Tyler Matzek talks about overcoming anxiety that nearly ended his career
Braves pitcher Tyler Matzek spent 5 years battling the yips, which caused his wrist and arm to lock up on him. Now, the 31-year-old is sharing how he overcame anxiety to get back on the mound.
Reducing suicide rates among LGBTQ young people focus of new UT study
The Reach Out and Connect (ROC) Project is looking at early intervention in primary care settings—before depression, anxiety or trauma turn into a crisis.
US to award $35M in grants to tribes for 988 mental health crisis line
The 988 hotline, which went live in July, was designed to be an easy number to remember, similar to 911.
Houston advocate raises awareness for loss survivors, those in crisis for National Suicide Prevention Week
September 4 -10 is dedicated to raising awareness on the public health issue that's the leading cause of death in the United States.
Survey: Nearly half of Americans admit talking to their plants, and it might make them happier
About 62% of respondents said talking to their plants helps their own mental health and 65% said they believe it helps the plants grow.
Uvalde children grapple with trauma after school massacre
As students get ready to return to school in Uvalde on Tuesday for the first time since the massacre at Robb Elementary, PTSD symptoms are starting to show.
Luke Bell's family says the singer struggled with mental illness before his death at 32: 'We are heartbroken'
'Unfortunately Luke suffered from the disease of mental illness, which progressed after his father's death in 2015,' the family wrote in a statement.
Tigers' Austin Meadows reveals mental health struggles, encourages others 'to reach out'
Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows revealed on Friday he has been dealing with mental health issues along with physical ailments and will not play again this season.
Texas grants over $295K to fund Uvalde County program for at-risk youth
The Uvalde County Juvenile Probation Department will use the funds to fund a program for at-risk youth exhibiting emotional or behavioral problems at school who need additional help beyond school-based interventions.
Clippers' John Wall says he considered suicide during struggles: 'Darkest place I've ever been in'
John Wall says he considered taking his own life during a time in the last three years when he was dealing with a torn Achilles and the deaths of family members at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Auvelity, depression drug from Axsome Therapeutics, gets FDA approval
The biopharmaceutical company expects Auvelity to be commercially available in the U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2022.
Palm Harbor parents call for empathy, kindness after daughter dies by suicide days before start of senior year
McKenna Brown, 16, was a star athlete with a bright future, but just days before the start of her senior year at East Lake High School she took her own life. Her parents are now sounding the alarm on the needs surrounding teenage mental health.
Election seasons are stressful; here are ways to cope
With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.