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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
These are the most stressed-out cities in America, data shows
A new report is revealing the most stressed cities in America. See which cities ranked highest.
A new report is revealing the most stressed cities in America. See which cities ranked highest.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kentucky social media settlement: Meta reportedly paying $27M to settle addiction case
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Underage drinking plunges as Gen Z prioritizes wellness
As rates of underage drinking plunge 40%, more younger people in the United States are reporting a decreased interest in drinking to the point of intoxication and are more likely to prioritize health and wellness at social gatherings typically marked by excess drinking.
As rates of underage drinking plunge 40%, more younger people in the United States are reporting a decreased interest in drinking to the point of intoxication and are more likely to prioritize health and wellness at social gatherings typically marked by excess drinking.
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.
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.
Men's mental health awareness
Friday marks the start of mental health awareness month. It's a time psychology experts say is critical to helping reduce stigma and raise awareness about mental health conditions. This comes as data shows a growing disconnect when it comes to men's mental health in the U.S. Joining John Hopperstad on Good Day Seattle, is Dr. Daniel Singley, the former president of the American Psychological Association's Division 51 to address the mental health crisis affecting men.
Friday marks the start of mental health awareness month. It's a time psychology experts say is critical to helping reduce stigma and raise awareness about mental health conditions. This comes as data shows a growing disconnect when it comes to men's mental health in the U.S. Joining John Hopperstad on Good Day Seattle, is Dr. Daniel Singley, the former president of the American Psychological Association's Division 51 to address the mental health crisis affecting men.
Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
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.
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.”
Families of fatal WA stabbings complain of 'broken mental health care system'
The family of the woman who was stabbed to death by her son near Gig Harbor wants to address the concerns they have about access to mental health help.
The family of the woman who was stabbed to death by her son near Gig Harbor wants to address the concerns they have about access to mental health help.
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.
Should you use AI as a digital therapist?
Most Americans are using AI bots, like Chat GPT, to ask about everyday tasks. But a growing number of users are now turning to chatbots when they need someone to talk to, including those looking for help with their mental health.
Most Americans are using AI bots, like Chat GPT, to ask about everyday tasks. But a growing number of users are now turning to chatbots when they need someone to talk to, including those looking for help with their mental health.