Instagram, YouTube found liable in addiction trial
The jury in a landmark California trial found that Instagram and YouTube are liable in a social media addiction trial. The plaintiff said her use of social media as a child addicted her to the technology.
The jury in a landmark California trial found that Instagram and YouTube are liable in a social media addiction trial. The plaintiff said her use of social media as a child addicted her to the technology.
Exercise-boosted liver enzyme tied to Alzheimer’s protection, study finds
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Meta violated child safety laws, jury says: What this means for social media
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
VA providing $112M in grants for veteran suicide prevention programs across the country
The latest Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suicide report shows that in 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by suicide, an average of 17 a day. And while there were slightly fewer deaths, the report reinforces the need for continued support and prevention efforts.
The latest Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suicide report shows that in 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by suicide, an average of 17 a day. And while there were slightly fewer deaths, the report reinforces the need for continued support and prevention efforts.
These states rank as the most stressed places in America in 2026, data suggests
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
From combat to ‘Senor Campos Salsa’: How a Vietnam veteran found healing through faith | Care Force
After surviving the bloodiest years of the Vietnam War, Stephen Campos overcame PTSD and addiction to launch a successful salsa business and a writing career focused on hope.
After surviving the bloodiest years of the Vietnam War, Stephen Campos overcame PTSD and addiction to launch a successful salsa business and a writing career focused on hope.
Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
'Failed by the system': Arizona woman's mental health struggles documented months before fatal crash
Despite erratic behavior & mental health stays, Angela Bouck’s public defender never requested a competency evaluation. Navajo County Attorney and experts say the rural area's lack of qualified behavioral health providers is a nationwide crisis. FOX 10 Investigator Justin Lum reports.
Despite erratic behavior & mental health stays, Angela Bouck’s public defender never requested a competency evaluation. Navajo County Attorney and experts say the rural area's lack of qualified behavioral health providers is a nationwide crisis. FOX 10 Investigator Justin Lum reports.
Katherine Short, daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42: report
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial
Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.
Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.
Make the uncomfortable comfortable | The Balancing Act
Dr. Morgan Francis gives tips on taking care of your mental health, communication, and getting your needs met.
Dr. Morgan Francis gives tips on taking care of your mental health, communication, and getting your needs met.
Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
What to know about 'quietcations'
More people are using their vacation time to focus on peace, rest, and their mental wellbeing. It's called 'quietcation,' and we sat down with Boutique Travel Advisors' Angie Rice to learn more.
More people are using their vacation time to focus on peace, rest, and their mental wellbeing. It's called 'quietcation,' and we sat down with Boutique Travel Advisors' Angie Rice to learn more.
Arizona senators explore psychedelic therapies for mental health
Arizona lawmakers are crafting legislation to expand the use of psychedelic drugs for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health conditions.
Arizona lawmakers are crafting legislation to expand the use of psychedelic drugs for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health conditions.
Arizona lawmakers weigh legalization of psychedelics for mental health treatment
Arizona state senators met Tuesday to discuss expanding access to psychedelic drugs like psilocybin and MDMA for treating post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Arizona state senators met Tuesday to discuss expanding access to psychedelic drugs like psilocybin and MDMA for treating post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Phoenix 911 system adding behavioral health response
The city of Phoenix is launching a major effort to streamline emergency response, integrating behavioral health assistance into the 911 system starting Monday, Dec. 15.
The city of Phoenix is launching a major effort to streamline emergency response, integrating behavioral health assistance into the 911 system starting Monday, Dec. 15.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Social media detox's impact on young adults
A new study is showing how a one-week break from social media can make a big difference in the life of young adults, and we sat down with Fox Medical Team's Deena Centofanti to learn more.
A new study is showing how a one-week break from social media can make a big difference in the life of young adults, and we sat down with Fox Medical Team's Deena Centofanti to learn more.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.