Kids who play team sports are less likely to have mental health issues, study suggests
“The results of this study, coupled with previous research findings, suggest that participation in organized team sport may be a useful medium through which to promote child and adolescent mental health,” the researcher said.
“The results of this study, coupled with previous research findings, suggest that participation in organized team sport may be a useful medium through which to promote child and adolescent mental health,” the researcher said.
New state poison exposure data shows alarming jump in self-harm and suspected suicides in children
New poison exposure data from the Washington Poison Center shows an alarming jump in self-harm and suspected suicides in children as young as 10 years old. A large proportion of cases are among girls.
New poison exposure data from the Washington Poison Center shows an alarming jump in self-harm and suspected suicides in children as young as 10 years old. A large proportion of cases are among girls.
Conversations with kids about Texas mass shooting can help build coping mechanisms
Be truthful, vulnerable and patient—that is the advice to families as they try to help their children process the horror of the mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas.
Be truthful, vulnerable and patient—that is the advice to families as they try to help their children process the horror of the mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas.
Newly formed Pierce County Mental Health Court offers wrap around services to individuals facing misdemeanors
This week, Pierce County District Court announced its newly formed Mental Health Court (MHC) and started accepting referrals on Monday.
This week, Pierce County District Court announced its newly formed Mental Health Court (MHC) and started accepting referrals on Monday.
Naomi Judd, gone at 76, wrote about her mental illness in recent book
Grammy award-winning singer — the 'mom' half of The Judds singing duo — shared her struggle with depression
Grammy award-winning singer — the 'mom' half of The Judds singing duo — shared her struggle with depression
Stressed out: 4 in 10 women have reached their ‘breaking point,’ survey says
A new online poll says four in 10 women have reached what’s known as a "breaking point," or the point when life stressors become too much and cause a physical, mental or emotional breakdown.
A new online poll says four in 10 women have reached what’s known as a "breaking point," or the point when life stressors become too much and cause a physical, mental or emotional breakdown.
Teen girls who visited ER with eating disorders doubled during pandemic, CDC says
The number of teen girls who visited U.S. emergency rooms for eating disorders doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic, and visits for tic disorders tripled, the CDC said.
The number of teen girls who visited U.S. emergency rooms for eating disorders doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic, and visits for tic disorders tripled, the CDC said.
US teachers being trained in mental health to help students in turmoil
The California Department of Education funds a program for mental health training for teachers for any school district requesting it. Experts warn of a mental health crisis facing children.
The California Department of Education funds a program for mental health training for teachers for any school district requesting it. Experts warn of a mental health crisis facing children.
Social media use linked to small decrease in teens’ life satisfaction 1 year later, study finds
Researchers found “windows of sensitivity” — or the apparent link between social media and life satisfaction — happen more substantially at certain ages.
Researchers found “windows of sensitivity” — or the apparent link between social media and life satisfaction — happen more substantially at certain ages.
WA state psychologists to train volunteers in Poland who in turn will support Ukrainian refugees
A week after Russia’s full-scale invasion, the United Nations reports a million refugees have fled Ukraine.
A week after Russia’s full-scale invasion, the United Nations reports a million refugees have fled Ukraine.
‘Black Minds Matter’: Focusing on mental health and African Americans in February
This year’s theme for Black History Month, “Black Health and Wellness,” is more important than ever during the pandemic, but many advocates say it’s also meant to call attention to the growing mental health issues many Black Americans face.
This year’s theme for Black History Month, “Black Health and Wellness,” is more important than ever during the pandemic, but many advocates say it’s also meant to call attention to the growing mental health issues many Black Americans face.
Suicide hotline transitioning to 3-digit number: 988
People in crisis and those trying to help them will have a new three-digit phone number, 988, to reach the national suicide prevention network starting in July.
People in crisis and those trying to help them will have a new three-digit phone number, 988, to reach the national suicide prevention network starting in July.
COVID-related stress weighs heavily on Gen Z
Among Americans in Gen Z, 46% said the pandemic has made it harder to pursue their education or career goals.
Among Americans in Gen Z, 46% said the pandemic has made it harder to pursue their education or career goals.
‘You are a superstar’: NBA champ Metta World Peace gives advice to Simone Biles
The former NBA player and mental health advocate offered advice to Olympic gymnast Simone Biles amid her ongoing mental health struggles.
The former NBA player and mental health advocate offered advice to Olympic gymnast Simone Biles amid her ongoing mental health struggles.
Survey: 42% of working women reported burnout related to job
A new report found 1 in 3 women said they have considered downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce this year, compared to one in four who said the same a few months into the COVID-19 pandemic.
A new report found 1 in 3 women said they have considered downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce this year, compared to one in four who said the same a few months into the COVID-19 pandemic.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2021: How to help those who are struggling
World Suicide Prevention Day aims to bring awareness about prevention worldwide. Here’s who to help someone who may be struggling.
World Suicide Prevention Day aims to bring awareness about prevention worldwide. Here’s who to help someone who may be struggling.
Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka spark conversation about mental health on social media
Dr. Susanne Weber discusses the importance of openly talking about mental health and how individuals can practice self care.
Dr. Susanne Weber discusses the importance of openly talking about mental health and how individuals can practice self care.
'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Tokyo Olympics
Simone Biles cited mental health struggles for pulling out of Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions, highlighting an ongoing discussion in sports.
Simone Biles cited mental health struggles for pulling out of Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions, highlighting an ongoing discussion in sports.
Americans not getting mental health care needed amid pandemic, reports suggest
The ongoing pandemic has made access to mental health services more necessary than ever, though new reports suggest Americans aren’t getting the care they need.
The ongoing pandemic has made access to mental health services more necessary than ever, though new reports suggest Americans aren’t getting the care they need.
Researchers develop blood test that could help gauge depression, bipolar disorder
Researchers say they found a way to tell from a person’s blood how severe their depression is, the risk of developing severe depression in the future and the risk of future bipolar disorder.
Researchers say they found a way to tell from a person’s blood how severe their depression is, the risk of developing severe depression in the future and the risk of future bipolar disorder.