Meta ordered to pay $567 million for youth mental health treatment

A New Mexico judge has ordered Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta to pay $567 million to confront the impact their platforms have had on young users. 

Perez Hilton hospitalized following concerning TikTok livestream, wellness check

Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast.

Kentucky family awarded record settlement against gun dealer

A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.

How Arizona's summer heat can impact your mental health

Medical experts say staying indoors during a hot Phoenix summer can negatively affect mental health and lower Vitamin D levels.

Arizona's summer heat could impact mental health
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Extreme summer heat is causing seasonal depression as Arizona residents are forced indoors. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz spoke with an expert, and has more on how the ways summer can take a toll on people's mental health.

US to award more than $281 million for mental health programs

In a sweeping effort to combat the nation's ongoing mental health crisis, officials announced a massive financial investment aimed at bolstering support networks for programs including substance abuse and mental illness.

Late Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE

Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.

Four states want Meta to pay $1.4 trillion in youth addiction case

Four states are demanding $1.4 trillion from Meta over claims that the social media giant deliberately created and marketed Facebook and Instagram to underage users, while failing to warn parents or children about the alleged harms of the social media platform’s addiction.

9/11 responders with PTSD face higher risk of accelerated aging, research suggests

A new study found responders with PTSD who were dispatched to the 9/11 terror attacks in 2001, showed signs of faster biological aging and a higher risk of chronic disease.

Arizona Autism streamlines lifelong care for families

CEO Ryker Martin established Arizona Autism after struggling to find local services for his three-year-old son. The center delivers specialized care from early youth through independent adulthood.

New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial

The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.

Health Department commits over $700 million to mental health and homelessness efforts

The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.

Arizona nonprofit pairs 500 veterans with lifesaving service dogs

A program in Arizona is helping military veterans overcome PTSD and anxiety by pairing them with rescue dogs. Soldier's Best Friend celebrated its 500th graduation milestone.

DJ doc uses music for brain health | The Balancing Act
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Learn how electronic dance music can act as a mental health outlet from private practice owner Dr. Mona Amini.

Mental health program uses equine therapy to support vets, first responders
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A new partnership between Hunkapi Farms and the Scottsdale Research Institute provides military veterans and first responders with a free six-week program focused on stress management tools. FOX 10's Irene Snyder checks out the horse-guided therapy.

Scottsdale equine therapy program launches for veterans, first responders

Hunkapi Farms in Scottsdale has launched a new free program tailored for first responders and military veterans during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute

Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.