The most common phobias in each US state, according to search trends
“A fear of people" – or anthropophobia – was most commonly searched in populous states like California and New York, the report said.
Yelling at kids could cause long-term harm to their psyches, study finds
Experts call for childhood verbal abuse (CVA) to be formally recognized as a form of emotional abuse.
California’s new mental health court rolls out to high expectations and uncertainty
An alternative mental health court program designed to fast-track people with untreated schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders into housing and medical care — potentially without their consent — kicked off in seven California counties, including San Francisco, on Monday.
Depression identified as 'contributing cause' of type 2 diabetes risk, study finds
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
As sports betting spikes, help for problem gamblers expands in some states
Since the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for legalized sports betting five years ago, nearly three-fourths of the states have moved swiftly to allow it.
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.
Meet Mabel: A therapy dog for students at Great Hearts Glendale Academy
Students at Great Hearts Glendale Academy now have a therapy dog to help reduce their stress. Her name is Mabel, and she's starting her first week of school.
Excessive social media use has many of the same effects as substance abuse, says expert
How to know if you're addicted — and how to 'detox,' according to a clinical psychologist.
US suicide rate reached highest number ever last year
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
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.
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
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.
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.
Nightly Roundup: Family in fear over murder suspect release, sentencing for 'Doomsday Mom'
From sentencing for 'Doomsday Mom' Lori Vallow to an uproar over the impending release of a murder suspect in Arizona, here's a look at some of our top stories this evening.
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.
Miami-Dade police director hospitalized after trying to take his own life on I-75 in Hillsborough County: FDLE
The director of the Miami-Dade Police Department attempted to take his own life along I-75 after a domestic incident in downtown Tampa.