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SF Supervisor Jackie Fielder on leave due to mental health condition; her staff set to take over
San Francisco Supervisor Jackie Fielder's office revealed she has been navigating a mental health condition.
Howard County body-camera video shows shooting during mental health call
Spring cleaning boosts mental health, improves sleep and lowers stress
San Marcos arson killing suspect got mental health diversion plan instead of jail
Luis Alvarado, 33, was arrested on charges of murder and arson after the midnight fire in the 900 block of Lacebark Street.
Why this Stanford psychiatrist thinks diet can influence serious mental health disorders
Shebani Sethi is at the vanguard of metabolic psychiatry, a field that investigates the link between diet and serious mental health disorders.
Violent video game spurred fatal attack on veteran at Minnesota mental health facility, lawsuit says
San Francisco Supervisor Jackie Fielder to take leave over "mental health condition," staff says
Body camera video shows deadly Howard County police shooting during mental health call
LMPD releases names of 2 officers who shot woman during mental health crisis call
Louisville Metro Police Department released the names of two officers who, while responding to a mental health crisis, fired shots, and a woman died.
Championing Mental Health Equity: Liza Li’s Journey from Luskin to Community Impact
Liza Li reflects on fellowship recognition, UCLA Luskin training, and her commitment to culturally responsive mental health care for older adults and AAPI communities.
LMPD officers involved in fatal shooting of woman suffering mental health crisis identified
A woman suffering a mental health crisis was fatally shot by Louisville Metro Police after charging at officers with a sharp weapon.
Mental health facility uses farm-to-table meals to support patient recovery
A nonprofit mental health treatment facility says it takes its menu seriously, offering farm-to-table meals.
Availability of Care for Older Adults in Outpatient Behavioral Health Facilities
Behavioral health (BH) conditions are rising among older adults, who are less likely to receive mental health (MH) or substance use disorder (SUD) treatment compared to younger adults. This study examined the availability of care for older adults in outpatient BH facilities across the United States both quantitatively and qualitatively.
Too much sitting is taking a toll on heart and brain health
DALLAS, March 30, 2026 — Too much sitting has quietly become one of the most common threats to heart health in the United States. Research shows that prolonged sedentary time is linked to higher risks of heart disease, stroke and poorer mental health,...
‘It's okay to go ask for help’: Nebraska’s DHHS highlights mental health resources as wildfires continue
As wildfires spread across western Nebraska, burning over 800,000 acres of land, Nebraska’s Department of Health and Human Services and local partners are reminding Nebraskans of mental health resources available.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: Mental Health in College and East Lansing
Reporter Dustin DuFort Petty speaks with Michigan State University student Andelina Storm Grossi who recently published her first book, Sanity in the Storm: Faith, Healing, and Hope for the Anxious Soul.
Despite court order, defendants waiting for mental health help still in jail
Oklahoma jails hold hundreds of people found incompetent to stand trial, awaiting mental health treatment for months.
US: Rights-Respecting Approaches to Mental Health Crisis
Communities throughout the country are developing alternative models of mental health crisis response.
“Self-Determination is the Pathway to Liberation”
The 66-page report, “‘Self-Determination is the Pathway to Liberation’: Alternative Mental Health Crisis Response in the United States,” identifies key elements of rights-respecting responses to mental health crises and explores how alternative mental health crisis response programs have carried out these approaches in practice. Many of these models share core elements, including promoting individual autonomy, providing voluntary support rather than mandating compliance, and avoiding unnecessary law enforcement involvement.
B2B platform OpenUp lands €20 million for employee mental health
Coppens founded another mental health platform iPractice, which was acquired last year by Netherlands-based PE firm Smile Invest.
Detained and deported: The mental health toll of immigrant detention
NJ man had a clean record, road to citizenship. ICE deported him
Capital Region AAPI youth summit in Albany focuses on mental health, resilience
Teenagers from across the Capital Region gathered in Albany Sunday morning for a summit aimed at helping youth talk openly about mental health and find support.
Ingredion and Holobiome map gut microbiome to unlock targeted health benefits
Ingredion has partnered with Holobiome to use AI and its database of two million bacterial genomes to predict how specific ingredients will interact with human health before clinical trials. The research expands beyond digestion to explore how sweeteners, plant proteins, and texture solutions influence the gut-brain axis, including sleep and mental health.
Health Workers: Please Take Our Survey
I'm asking patient-facing health workers to share their perspectives about their own mental health.
USC CHIRP Lab program uses barbershops, Fitbits to address health gaps for Black and Latino men
Researchers at the University of South Carolina are testing a new approach to reach Black and Latino men where they already gather, the barbershop, to improve mental health, physical health, and overall well-being.
Turkey Mountain cleanup event focuses on improving mental health
Volunteers gathered Sunday to clean trails at Turkey Mountain, while promoting mental wellness and community connection.
Texas Continues To Face Shortage Of Mental Health Professionals As Demand Rises
Texas faces a mental health workforce shortage in 2026, with 393 HPSAs affecting 13.4 million residents and only 32% of needs met.
Mental health center approved in 2004 remains closed while Miami-Dade city leaders delay plans
Mental health issues plague new moms in the military. The Pentagon is supposed to help
By Jennifer Brookland The War Horse Shawna Bush had been blissfully ignorant during her pregnancy: happy, excited, and expecting the best out of motherhood. It took just two days for the wrecking ball of postpartum depression to demolish her joy and leave her sobbing on the couch. “It hit me like a train,” Bush said. […]
State bill aims to expand access to mental health evaluations. Will it help?
Measure would broaden access to court-ordered assessments and reach people who advocates say are slipping through the cracks
Is Capitalism Destroying Our Mental Health?
Our economic system doesn't just organize our society. It shapes our psychology as well.
Choose 2 Stay holds suicide prevention and mental health rally
A local suicide prevention group held a rally to remind people that help is available.
What teens eat could be affecting their mental health more than we thought
What teens eat might matter more for their mental health than previously thought. A sweeping review of nearly 20 studies found that healthier diets are often linked to fewer depressive symptoms, while poor eating habits may go hand in hand with greater psychological distress. Interestingly, focusing on whole dietary patterns—not just individual nutrients—showed more consistent benefits, suggesting that overall eating habits could play a meaningful role during this critical stage of brain development.
What teens eat could be affecting their mental health more than we thought
What teens eat might matter more for their mental health than previously thought. A sweeping review of nearly 20 studies found that healthier diets are often linked to fewer depressive symptoms, while poor eating habits may go hand in hand with greater psychological distress. Interestingly, focusing on whole dietary patterns—not just individual nutrients—showed more consistent benefits, suggesting that overall eating habits could play a meaningful role during this critical stage of brain development.
Ohio, Michigan strive to overcome shortage of mental health care workers
A shortage of mental health care workers remains unresolved in Ohio, Michigan, and around the country. Worker burnout during the pandemic still leaves the ...
Louisville police shoots, kills woman in mental health crisis
A woman was shot and killed by two officers in Louisville after she allegedly charged at them with a large, sharp object while experiencing a mental health crisis.
Laredo Mud Fiesta 2.0 raises awareness for mental health, suicide prevention
Laredo residents got muddy for a cause on Saturday, March 28, raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention at the second annual Mud Fiesta.
Jenelle Evans Urges Critics to “Back Off” Amid Son Jace's Mental Health Treatment
Jenelle Evans addressed rumors about her and her family after her son Jace Evans, 16, was checked into a mental health facility following an alleged incident involving his grandmother Barbara Evans.
Meta vows to appeal social media ruling amid mental health crisis
Meta's Chief Legal Officer CJ Mahoney discusses the company's aggressive appeal against landmark social media rulings regarding teen mental health.
LMPD officers fatally shoot woman experiencing 'mental health' crisis
Two LMPD officers shot a woman while responding to a call about someone experiencing a \
Mental Health Workers Fight for AI Protections in California
In Northern California, 2,400 mental health providers went on strike earlier this month against medical giant Kaiser Permanente. A major point of contention is Kaiser’s efforts to replace human-provided mental health care with artificial intelligence.
Louisville police say officers fatally shot woman in 'mental health crisis' who charged at them with sharp object
It happened at 7:45 p.m. Friday in the 9800 block of Vieux Carre Drive, off Shelbyville Road and South Hurstbourne Parkway.
Woman suffering mental health crisis fatally shot by LMPD after charging at officers with ‘sharp object’
A woman suffering a mental health crisis was fatally shot by Louisville Metro Police after charging at officers with a sharp weapon.
Mizzou gymnast aims to break down mental health barriers
Elise Tisler co-leads "The Hidden Opponent" at the University of Missouri, a nonprofit focused on student athlete mental health.
Connecticut officer fired after shooting man in mental health crisis as others tried to de-escalate
Mayor of Hartford has fired a white police officer who fatally shot a Black man in a mental health crisis nine times
Clark University launches new mental health counseling program
Program aims to enhance a strength of the university while also helping steer students toward a high-demand field.
Officer fired after fatally shooting man in mental health crisis — as others tried to de-escalate
The mayor of Hartford, Connecticut, has fired a white police officer who fatally shot a Black man in a mental health crisis nine times. Mayor Arunan Arulampalam announced Friday that he terminated...
Escambia County school employees push for more mental health counselors
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A study done by KFF shows 18% of students across the nation used mental health services at schools in 2025.
Opinion: An approach to mental health care that could make a life-or-death difference for Alaska youths
House Bill 232 creates a narrow, safeguards-driven path to counseling when parental involvement isn’t possible.
Hartford mayor fires officer who fatally shot man in mental health crisis after calls for justice
The moves comes just days after the mayor’s state of the city speech was interrupted by protestors calling for the firing of officers involved in two separate fatal shootings.
Reform candidate in Wales steps down after apparent Nazi salute
Party announces Corey Edwards’ decision to quit Senedd election campaign on grounds of mental health
African Content Moderators Have Worse Mental Health than Global Peers, Study Finds
A new study finds African content moderators report worse mental health than global peers, amid low pay, precarious work, and exposure to traumatic content.
I started baking every week; helped me snack less, eat better
I decided to bake one new treat per week, and saw many benefits. I found myself snacking less and more intentionally, and my mental health improved.
SAMHSA advisory addresses ways to close care gaps in behavioral health service deserts
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has released an advisory examining innovative solutions to close gaps in behavioral health care deserts.
Studying human-robot interaction, CWRU researcher explores tech-enabled mental health support | CWRU Newsroom | Case Western Reserve University
Editor’s note: Jasmine Vo, the author of this story, is a student employee in the University Marketing and Communications department. She is a fourt...
Mental health providers brace for state budget
As legislators approach Monday's deadline to decide the mental health department’s next budget, the House and Senate haven’t included funding for many of the department's requests in their initial proposals.
Ability to remain positive during conflict associated with better overall mental health in young children
Staying positive in stressful situations is a sign of resilience in young children — and it protects against mental health problems.An examination of how young children reacted to challenging and stressful situations by the Arizona State University Department of Psychology has found that those who were able to maintain positive emotions during an argument with their parents experienced fewer mental health problems, such as anxiety, depressive symptoms, behavioral outbursts and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder behaviors.
Emotions in Motion: How Movement May Signal Mental Health Issues
Biomedical engineering senior Ian Y. Kim wears a motion capture suit during an experiment in the Neuromuscular and Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Lab at UT Dallas. New University of Texas at Dallas research shows the potential for detecting mental health disorders by analyzing the way a person moves. Using 3D motion capture and machine-learning models, researchers were […]
Breaking down barriers to mental health support
By removing stigmatizing credentialing questions and creating a peer support network, Bayhealth is aiming to help physicians feel comfortable seeking the behavioral health care they need.
Social workers accompanying Hemet police officers for mental health calls
Hemet police partnered with the Riverside University Health Systems to have licensed social workers and detectives respond to mental health calls.
Hemet PD teams up with social workers to respond to mental health calls
Where is money from Sonoma County’s voter-approved tax for mental health, drug addiction, homeless services going?
Sonoma County’s Measure O, which funds mental health, drug abuse and homeless services, generated $33 million in fiscal year 2024-25, according to latest annual report.
How to improve mental health safety on social media – not just for young people
With social media companies losing or settling court cases about their products' impact on young peoples' mental health, experts offer tips for reducing impacts for those who use the platforms.
‘A bad day’: Providence police navigate a record level of mental health calls
There has been a 238 percent increase in mental health incident calls to Providence police in the last decade.
KY chief justice warns drug, mental health courts would be wiped out by budget proposals
Kentucky’s Administrative Office of the Courts said the two-year budget, as it is written now, would underfund its operations by $33 million.
Sports betting boom raises mental health concerns
ABC News' investigative unit is looking at how the evolution of online gambling and sports betting has triggered a potential public health crisis.
Grothman Opens Roundtable on Examining Mental Health in the MAHA Age - United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Health influencers talk social media and mental health
In this week's STATus Report, influential health communicators Jessica Knurick, Morgan “Dr. Noc” McSweeney, and Jessica Malaty Rivera chat about the mental health impacts of social media.
Young people find mental health support in four-legged friends
One organization has a furry solution for those who are struggling with their mental health
'No good choice' for GPs as child mental health demand 'skyrockets'
GP says long waits for support mean some doctors feel forced to prescribe medication outside of guidelines.
Ipswich paramedic died after struggling with her mental health
A coroner says Rebecca McLellan, from Ipswich, struggled after her bipolar disorder diagnosis.
Maine mental health agency targeted in Russian ransomware attack
AMHC is the largest behavioral healthcare provider for a large swath of rural Maine, operating in Aroostook, Hancock and Washington counties.
Meta and YouTube fined $3 million for harming mental health
In a landmark trial, social media giants Meta and YouTube were found negligent and ordered to pay for harming a user's mental health. The decision could force major changes in how social platforms work
UConn Health Minute: AI and Teen Mental Health
More teens are using AI chatbots for mental health support. In this UConn Health Minute, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Meha Saxena explains that while q ...
Meta and Google liable for social media harm to children’s mental health in landmark US case
Jury awards at least $3mn in damages with Instagram owner to pay the majority
Jury holds Meta and Google liable for role in young woman's mental health issues
The verdict marks the end of the first-ever jury trial over whether tech giants should be held accountable for social media addiction. It may influence the outcome of 2,000 other pending lawsuits.
Meta and Google damaged girl’s mental health, landmark trial concludes
Social media giants deemed responsible for a teenage user, known as KGM, growing addicted to their platforms, which include Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
Massachusetts hospital EDs have a mental health 'boarding' problem
Such long waits are expensive and unhelpful for patients experiencing psychiatric crises, in addition to tying up in-demand hospital beds, the report said.
Mental Health Symposium strengthens leaders, builds a fit-to-fight for
Base leadership gathered with mental health experts for a Mental Health Symposium at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, March 17.
Report: Mental health and homelessness services are expanding in Sonoma County under Measure O
Access to mental health care, substance use treatment and homelessness services has expanded across Sonoma County as voter-approved Measure O approaches the midpoint of its 10-year term, according to a new report presented today to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors.
Verdict on chatbots in mental health screenings? Too judgmental
Chatbots used in mental health screenings aim to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help and to expand access to needed services. Because they cannot cast personal judgment, chatbots are considered ...
New Mexico jury says Meta harms children's mental health and safety, violating state law
The jury agreed that Meta engaged in "unconscionable" trade practices that unfairly took advantage of the vulnerabilities of and inexperience of children. Jurors found there were thousands of violations, each counting separately toward a penalty of $375 million.
Pistons’ Duncan Robinson shares personal story while supporting Detroit youth mental health
The Detroit Pistons Foundation, Children’s Foundation of Michigan, Duncan Robinson, and the Robinson Family Foundation made a special announcement in support of SAY Detroit’s LiveWELL Program, which provides school-based youth development programming focused on mental health, wellness, and life skills for Detroit Youth inside the SAY Detroit Play Center at Lipke Park.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated consumer protection law at trial about child safety
A New Mexico jury found Tuesday that social media conglomerate Meta is harmful to children's mental health and in violation of state consumer protection law. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta — which owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp — prioritized profits over safety. The jury determined Meta violated parts of the state’s Unfair Practices Act on accusations the company hid what it knew about about the dangers of child sexual exploitation on its platforms and impacts on child mental health.
‘R U OK?’ Day bringing awareness to mental health resources in Pitt County
One county in eastern North Carolina is using that question to encourage greater awareness of mental health resources.
76ers' Paul George blamed mental health for banned substance use
The Sixers' Paul George, who was suspended 25 games for a failed drug test, is set to return Wednesday when Philadelphia faces the Boston Celtics.
Chan School of Public Health Department Chair Departs for UCLA
Kari Nadeau, an environmental health leader, will serve as the dean of the Fielding School of Public Health.
Kari Nadeau named dean of the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
Nadeau, currently chair of environmental health at Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health, will begin her new role in July.
Can Treating Peyronie’s Disease Improve Mental Health?
A University of Miami Miller School study explores how treatment for Peyronie’s disease may improve depression, anxiety and quality of life.
Lowndes County leaders cut ribbon on medical, mental health jail expansion
The new facility includes 60 cells with a total of 90 beds, according to the county.
GrayMatters Health Announces Appointment of Five Expert Advisors
/PRNewswire/ -- GrayMatters Health (GMH), the pioneers of digital brain biomarkers for mental healthcare, today announced the addition of five expert advisors....
San Antonio 2026 Teen Mental Health Survey now open
Teenagers can share their experience with mental health in an ongoing survey meant to inform city policy.
New Fathers Face Mental Health Challenges, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, March 24, 2026 (HealthDay News) — New fathers might be proud poppas, but their mental health might be shaky as they adapt to their increased responsibilities, a new study says. Men have a 30% increased risk of depression and stress disorders by the end ...
Timeline: A Milwaukee father's fight for his son's mental health treatment
Pete Christiansen spent eight months trying to get Milwaukee authorities to commit his son for mental health treatment, also known as Chapter 51.
As winters warm, Minnesotans grapple with climate grief
Winters in Minnesota are warming faster than any other season. That’s jeopardizing seasonal traditions in the state — and mental health experts say that takes a toll on mental health.
Singing in Britain's Got Talent choir 'helps mental health' says farmer
Ben Brooke is part of a choir of farmers which has wowed viewers of Britain's Got Talent.
After patient deaths, Idaho budget committee approves restoring cut Medicaid mental health programs
The Idaho Legislature will consider restoring mental health programs the state cut to comply with the governor’s order for budget cuts.