Half of US teens spend over 4 hours daily on screens, CDC study finds
A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.
Problem gambling grows along with revenue, study finds
With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.
Florida mother sues AI platform after son takes his own life after months of online chatting
It's a first of its kind case where artificial intelligence is being blamed for a young boy taking his own life.
Bay Area man uses story to shatter stigma surrounding suicide
Frank Canales is using his grief over losing two siblings to suicide to help other people.
Election stress disorder is real. Here's how to cope with 3 weeks to go
With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.
Can video games improve your sleep? Here's what the research shows
A study explores the effects of video games on adult sleep. It reveals that casual gaming may improve sleep quality, while excessive gaming and certain game types can disrupt sleep.
83% of Gen Z say they have an unhealthy relationship with their phone, data shows
The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.
US suicides remain at highest level in nation’s history
A new report from the CDC reveals that more than 49,000 suicides were reported in 2023, which remain at the highest level in U.S. history.
Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
US surgeon general names parent stress an 'urgent public health issue'
In a survey, nearly half of parents said their stress was "completely overwhelming" on most days, according to the advisory.
Work-related stress may cause irregular heartbeat, study finds
Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, can lead to stroke, heart failure or other cardiovascular complications.
Sadness, hopelessness in teens may be improving, CDC finds
New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.
Will woman arrested in deadly 'ambush' of Florida deputies be fit to stand trial?
The Florida woman accused of orchestrating an attack on Lake County Sheriff’s deputies appeared in court Tuesday, wearing a garment designed to protect her from self-harm. Before her arrest, Sulpizio was evaluated at a mental health facility under Florida's Baker Act, raising questions about her fitness to stand trial.
Pets can smell your stress, study finds
A new study reveals that dogs can detect human stress through their sense of smell, reacting emotionally to higher levels of the hormone cortisol in sweat.
Tampa police turn to 911 partnership with Crisis Center of Tampa Bay to help de-escalate mental health calls
When it comes to emergencies, 911 has long been the number to dial. But now, operators in Tampa have a new tool when the caller doesn't necessarily need police right away.
These are the most and least stressed cities in America, survey finds
Stress can be overwhelming, and people living in these cities tend to deal with it more than others, according to a recent survey.
‘Heartbreaking’ hoarding disorder rises as America ages, according to new Senate report
The new report details the effects caused by hoarding disorder, which affects as many as 14 million Americans.
More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
Gracepoint expected to open mental health hospital for women in Hillsborough County in 2025
Hillsborough County's mental health provider, Gracepoint, is opening a mental health hospital that is geared towards women, which they believe to be the first of its kind in the nation.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.