The Rise of “Loneliness Influencers”
A new corner of social media has emerged, focused less on aspirational luxury or a perfect social life and more on having no friends at all. “Loneliness influencers,” as they’re […]
Phone Bullying in School Cafeterias Hurts Everyone
A cruel digital trend known as "lunch shaming" is driving students to hide, highlighting the toxic rise of school cafeteria bullying.
Hoarding Disorder Is More Common Than You Think. Here’s How to Help
Affecting up to 6% of the population, hoarding disorder is a complex mental health condition that requires careful, boundary-focused family support.
Open-Door Residential Mental Health Care That Actually Works
Faced with a fractured system of locked wards, families are turning to open-door residential mental health facilities for dignity and stability.
When AI Notetaking In Therapy Becomes a Breach of Trust
As more clinicians adopt automated systems, therapy AI notetaking faces backlash from patients who feel their privacy has been violated.
Climate Disasters Fueling Homelessness and Mental Health Problems
New data reveals how climate disasters fueling homelessness are triggering a severe, widespread mental health crisis across the U.S.
Some Relationships Feel Draining, But “Hasslers” Might Actually Be Aging You
A new study from the National Institute on Aging has found that "hasslers” might be biologically aging you, shortening your lifespan.
Free prison calls are improving lives and saving families millions
Advocates want to see state and municipal free-calling mandates so families can reconnect while saving money.
New Report: Online Gambling Puts Youth, Members of the Military and Others at Great Risk of Financial Harm, Addiction and Depression
Online gambling has exploded. That explosion is undermining the finances and mental health of millions of people, especially young men.
CARE Team Expands a Nonviolent Mental Health Crisis Response To All Chicago
The alternative crisis response program will increase staff and vans, but advocates are still pushing for longer hours.
Rep. John Larson filed articles of impeachment to remove ‘unhinged’ Trump from office last month. Here’s what’s new.
Democrats will impeach him if they retake control of Congress, President Donald Trump predicted in a Sunday TV interview.
Ozempic and Other GLP-1 Meds Help Patients Manage Diabetes, Obesity and Maybe Some Mood Disorders
A new study suggests that, in addition to helping with diabetes management and weight loss, GLP-1 medications may help improve mental health.
Just about anyone can get a GLP-1. For people with eating disorders, that’s the problem
People with disordered eating are taking GLP-1s and ending up in treatment centers and hospitals.
Antidepressants During Pregnancy Don’t Cause Autism or ADHD, Study Finds
Researchers studying antidepressant use during pregnancy found the risk of autism went away when they controlled for underlying conditions.
Opioid Overdose Deaths Plunge in Oregon
Drug overdose deaths fell 13.9% nationally from 2024 to 2025. The state with the biggest decline was Oregon, with a 35% decline.
Most Young Survivors of Gun Violence Never Get Therapy. California Wants to Change That.
A California bill would require counties to provide free mental health and counseling services to young gun violence survivors up to age 25.
Find How Your Insurer Measures Up on Mental Health Parity
The new Mental Health Parity Index measures how well commercial insurers are delivering mental health coverage compared to other care.
Chicago Research Team Working to Help 988 and 911 Work Better Together
In a new report, experts weigh in on how 988 and 911 can work together to ensure that people in crisis get the help they need.
The Parents Living in Fear of Their Own Children
Experts say we need to stop blaming parents and treat child-against-parent aggression as a systemic problem.
As ICE Enforcement and Detentions Surge, Immigrant Communities Are In Anguish
The Trump administration's anti-immigration push has intensified the deep anguish of many who came to the U.S. to escape trauma.
‘Remembering Is a Form of Protest’: Japanese Prison Camp Survivor Satsuki Ina on the Trauma of Detention
Satsuki Ina on Japanese American imprisonment, the legacy of cultural trauma, and speaking out against detention centers.
Six Common Drugs and Vaccines That May Reduce Your Dementia Risk
New research finds that antibiotics, antivirals, vaccines and anti-inflammatories are all associated with reduced dementia risk.
A New York school district locked Akwesasne Mohawk children with disabilities in boxes. No one got fired.
The Salmon River Central School District confirmed that special education staff used wooden boxes to confine disabled students in 2025.
California Mobile Crisis Response Teams in Jeopardy
California’s mobile crisis response system will soon be optional through the state’s counties if Gov. Newsom’s budget is not amended.