Gabby Petito showed behavior of victim in Utah bodycam video, domestic violence counselor says
Victim advocates who watched the police body camera footage of Gabby Petito and her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, say there are lessons to be learned from both of their behaviors.
Victim advocates who watched the police body camera footage of Gabby Petito and her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, say there are lessons to be learned from both of their behaviors.
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.
Veteran says it’s unlikely PTSD caused former Marine to kill 4 in Polk massacre
Bryan Riley said he was on meth and struggling with post-traumatic-stress disorder when he killed four people, but a veteran who runs a non-profit dedicated to PTSD says it is unlikely that’s what caused Riley to commit the quadruple murder.
Bryan Riley said he was on meth and struggling with post-traumatic-stress disorder when he killed four people, but a veteran who runs a non-profit dedicated to PTSD says it is unlikely that’s what caused Riley to commit the quadruple murder.
No-cost yoga classes reach underserved populations of St. Pete
Mindful Movement Florida is on a mission to bring valuable health information to underserved populations and help people move in a purposeful and positive way through yoga.
Mindful Movement Florida is on a mission to bring valuable health information to underserved populations and help people move in a purposeful and positive way through yoga.
Afghanistan veteran devastated over country's fate
After more trips on counter-insurgency missions than many veterans can count, images of a country in chaos -- that they tried to bring order to -- are devastating.
After more trips on counter-insurgency missions than many veterans can count, images of a country in chaos -- that they tried to bring order to -- are devastating.
Veterans seek crisis counseling as violence unfolds in Afghanistan
Crisis centers are seeing an influx in calls from veterans and their families facing mental health struggles watching the violence unfold in Afghanistan.
Crisis centers are seeing an influx in calls from veterans and their families facing mental health struggles watching the violence unfold in Afghanistan.
Tampa schools are addressing social and emotional learning this school year
With virtual school, students lost a connection to teachers and the school community. The non-profit, Frameworks of Tampa Bay, is working with schools this year to help students open up.
With virtual school, students lost a connection to teachers and the school community. The non-profit, Frameworks of Tampa Bay, is working with schools this year to help students open up.
Experts say Cuomo sexual harassment allegations should empower victims to come forward
Experts say sexual harassment is power-based violence and a victim sharing their story helps take that power back.
Experts say sexual harassment is power-based violence and a victim sharing their story helps take that power back.
Disney princess culture isn’t toxic to girls and boys over time, study finds
A study from Brigham Young University examines how "princess culture" shapes the views of children as they grow older.
A study from Brigham Young University examines how "princess culture" shapes the views of children as they grow older.
'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.
Crisis experts applaud Biles for breaking down mental health stigma
For elite athletes like Biles, there is intense scrutiny and pressure to perform well. Bay Area experts say Biles’ decision to put mental health before Olympic medals is another step towards breaking the stigma.
For elite athletes like Biles, there is intense scrutiny and pressure to perform well. Bay Area experts say Biles’ decision to put mental health before Olympic medals is another step towards breaking the stigma.
Actress with autism gives voice to the voiceless
Rachel Barcellona has made a name for herself when it comes to what she says about autism awareness. Her latest project is starring as "Mandy" in the film "Mandy's Voice," a film based on a Jacksonville-area girl with autism and is non-verbal.
Rachel Barcellona has made a name for herself when it comes to what she says about autism awareness. Her latest project is starring as "Mandy" in the film "Mandy's Voice," a film based on a Jacksonville-area girl with autism and is non-verbal.
2020 set record for negative emotions, according to Gallup index
In 2020, the world was sadder, angrier, more worried and more stressed than it has been in the past 15 years.
In 2020, the world was sadder, angrier, more worried and more stressed than it has been in the past 15 years.
New fencing along Sunshine Skyway Bridge will save lives, FHP corporal says
The beautiful gateway into Tampa Bay has been the site of more than 250 suicide deaths since its opening in 1987. Now, those who patrol it applaud the latest step to cut down on suicide attempts, but say more work is always needed.
The beautiful gateway into Tampa Bay has been the site of more than 250 suicide deaths since its opening in 1987. Now, those who patrol it applaud the latest step to cut down on suicide attempts, but say more work is always needed.
Injectable treatment for PTSD could provide lifelong relief, doctors say
One of the first and only injectable treatments for PTSD is giving some sufferers a new outlook on life.
One of the first and only injectable treatments for PTSD is giving some sufferers a new outlook on life.
Youth suicide attempts increased 31% amid COVID-19 pandemic, CDC says
Suicide attempts among adolescents increased 31% amid the COVID-19 pandemic and over 50% of that was among females, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Suicide attempts among adolescents increased 31% amid the COVID-19 pandemic and over 50% of that was among females, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Ex-wife's pleas can't keep troubled veteran out of prison for cousin's murder
Monica Roberts says her ex-husband, Darrell Gadson, is a war veteran who came home a broken man. She described him as a ticking time bomb with bouts of delusions and paranoia.
Monica Roberts says her ex-husband, Darrell Gadson, is a war veteran who came home a broken man. She described him as a ticking time bomb with bouts of delusions and paranoia.
Most mass shooters share one very commonplace trait: Anger
While some people might portray mass shooters as monsters or having a mental illness that makes violence impossible to prevent, a recent study suggests that most mass shooters share one very commonplace trait: Anger
While some people might portray mass shooters as monsters or having a mental illness that makes violence impossible to prevent, a recent study suggests that most mass shooters share one very commonplace trait: Anger
Addiction recovery court helps break cycle of substance abuse
Formerly known as Hillsborough County Drug Court, the program focused on treatment and rehabilitation rather than jail now has a new judge, a new name, and a fresh coat of paint.
Formerly known as Hillsborough County Drug Court, the program focused on treatment and rehabilitation rather than jail now has a new judge, a new name, and a fresh coat of paint.
What is mental health first aid?
You can get first aid if you're physically hurt, but how can you help those who are mentally hurting? You can get trained for mental health first aid.
You can get first aid if you're physically hurt, but how can you help those who are mentally hurting? You can get trained for mental health first aid.