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.
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.
Meta, Google faces social media addiction trial
Three of the biggest tech organizations face a major trial this week over allegations that their social media platforms intentionally addict and hurt children.
Three of the biggest tech organizations face a major trial this week over allegations that their social media platforms intentionally addict and hurt children.
Award-winning storyteller Jay Martin Jr. spreads awareness on opioid addiction
Award-winning storyteller and mental health advocate Jay Michael Martin Jr. lost his mother to an overdose in 2024. Now, he's spreading a message of hope after his loss.
Award-winning storyteller and mental health advocate Jay Michael Martin Jr. lost his mother to an overdose in 2024. Now, he's spreading a message of hope after his loss.
Bellevue, WA clinic uses magnetic therapy to treat depression
A clinic in Bellevue talks about transcranial magnetic stimulation. The new technology is becoming more widely available to the general public to treat depression and OCD.
A clinic in Bellevue talks about transcranial magnetic stimulation. The new technology is becoming more widely available to the general public to treat depression and OCD.
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.
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.
Veteran Mental Health Awareness
As we celebrate and honor those who served for Veterans Days, we're also spreading awareness on their mental health.
As we celebrate and honor those who served for Veterans Days, we're also spreading awareness on their mental health.
Son shoots, kills father during mental health episode
Pierce County deputies are investigating a deadly shooting where a man killed his father during what police believe was a mental health episode.
Pierce County deputies are investigating a deadly shooting where a man killed his father during what police believe was a mental health episode.
Pierce County deputies: Son shoots, kills father in mental health episode
A man is dead, and his son is under investigation by homicide detectives following a late-night shooting in Pierce County on Friday.
A man is dead, and his son is under investigation by homicide detectives following a late-night shooting in Pierce County on Friday.
'Coaching Boys Into Men' to stop sexual assault and violence
One of the best high school football linemen in Washington, and now one of the top prosecutors, started the "Coaching Boys Into Men" initiative, working with coaches across the state to stop sexual assault and violence by raising emotionally healthy players.
One of the best high school football linemen in Washington, and now one of the top prosecutors, started the "Coaching Boys Into Men" initiative, working with coaches across the state to stop sexual assault and violence by raising emotionally healthy players.
Stanford physician on teen mental health during Suicide Prevention Month
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, Stanford physician Dr. Greg Hammer is raising awareness about the rising rates of suicide and the mental health struggles facing today's youth.
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, Stanford physician Dr. Greg Hammer is raising awareness about the rising rates of suicide and the mental health struggles facing today's youth.
How to protect your mental health following recent tragedies
In the wake of the recent assassinations of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and a Colorado school shooting, an expert is providing guidance on how to disconnect from social media to protect your mental health. Michael Dzwil from Newport Healthcare shares how to navigate the overwhelming nature of these events online and prioritize well-being.
In the wake of the recent assassinations of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and a Colorado school shooting, an expert is providing guidance on how to disconnect from social media to protect your mental health. Michael Dzwil from Newport Healthcare shares how to navigate the overwhelming nature of these events online and prioritize well-being.
Study finds "aisle anxiety" at the grocery store
A new study shows people may have "aisle anxiety" and decision fatigue during their grocery shopping trips.
A new study shows people may have "aisle anxiety" and decision fatigue during their grocery shopping trips.
The Listening Bench: Fighting college loneliness
With a brand new environment, college students may be especially impacted by feelings of isolation. One university has an ongoing program hoping to bridge the gaps.
With a brand new environment, college students may be especially impacted by feelings of isolation. One university has an ongoing program hoping to bridge the gaps.