Kennedy’s Comments on Circumcision Are Just the Latest in a Stream of Misinformation
New, better-designed research does not connect circumcision with short- or long-term psychological trouble.
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Malala Yousafzai Reflects on Maturing from Young Idealist into Optimistic Realist
In her second memoir, Finding My Way, out on October 21, Malala Youdafzai recounts her whirlwind late teens and early twenties.
Peacock Parenting: The Perils of Being Raised by a Narcissist
"My Parent The Peacock" offers a guide to recognizing the damaging signs of emotional exploitation and gaslighting by a narcissistic parent.
Autism Isn’t New. We Just Used To Call It Something Different
A leading expert says the Trump administration's claim that autism is "preventable" is dangerous, false and unscientific.
Teens in One Bay Area School District Turn to Peers for Mental Health Support
A school district in northern California adds youth peer counselors to its robust menu of mental health services.
When Should You Worry About Your Child or Teen’s AI Use – and What Can You Do About It?
Tips on helping your child avoid the mental pitfalls of exploring AI.
Minnesota Schools Partner With Nonprofits to Close Gaps in School Mental Health Services
Community support is expanding the mental health safety net in Minnesota public schools.
Al Roker’s New Show on PBS Helps Children Overcome Their Weather-Related Anxiety
Al Roker teams up with PBS Kids to help children temper their weather-related anxiety in his new show, "Weather Hunters."
Digital Communities Are a Lifeline for Trans Youth
Digital communities are a lifeline for trans youth, as a new study from Hopelab and Born This Way reports.
Remembering Louise Vincent, Who Channeled Her Experiences With Addiction Into Life-Saving Advocacy
Louise Vincent, a pioneer in the harm reduction movement, died last month at just 49.
The Rise of Self-Aware Narcissists
“Self-aware” narcissists debate whether the condition is curable.
Jimmy Kimmel Returned Tonight as ABC, Under Pressure, Lifts Comedian’s Suspension
More than 400 Hollywood stars signed onto a letter put together by the ACLU that condemned Kimmel's suspension before it was lifted.
Gaslighting and Mental Health in the Age of Trump
A look at the impact on our collective mental health of attacks on free speech and the rise of authoritarianism in the U.S.
Mental Health and Hope in the Time of (Not-So-Creeping) Authoritarianism: The View from Detroit
As a Black Detroiter, I’m surprised at how quickly the entire nation has started to feel like a place where hope and faith are born to die. But new life calls for just one persistent seed and a willing patch of soil.
Trump Order Threatens Housing First, Expands Forced Treatment of Homeless People
An executive order from the Trump administration threatens to roll back decades of progress in mental healthcare.
Mamdani’s Plans for Mental Health Crises Aim to End a Cycle of Violence
Zohran Mamdani put forth a plan for transforming New York City's mental health crisis response system.
Switching to Whole Foods Made This Family Healthier – and Happier
A science journalist's experiment of cutting out ultra-processed foods from her family's diet led to a surprising transformation in their physical and mental health.
The Playground That Lets Kids Take Risks – For Their Own Good
Adventure playgrounds may look chaotic but experts say unconventional spaces help kids develop by teaching them to navigate risks.
Malala Yousafzai Reflects on Maturing from Young Idealist into Optimistic Realist
In her second memoir, Finding My Way, out on October 21, Malala Youdafzai recounts her whirlwind late teens and early twenties.
Peacock Parenting: The Perils of Being Raised by a Narcissist
"My Parent The Peacock" offers a guide to recognizing the damaging signs of emotional exploitation and gaslighting by a narcissistic parent.
Autism Isn’t New. We Just Used To Call It Something Different
A leading expert says the Trump administration's claim that autism is "preventable" is dangerous, false and unscientific.
Teens in One Bay Area School District Turn to Peers for Mental Health Support
A school district in northern California adds youth peer counselors to its robust menu of mental health services.
When Should You Worry About Your Child or Teen’s AI Use – and What Can You Do About It?
Tips on helping your child avoid the mental pitfalls of exploring AI.
Minnesota Schools Partner With Nonprofits to Close Gaps in School Mental Health Services
Community support is expanding the mental health safety net in Minnesota public schools.
Al Roker’s New Show on PBS Helps Children Overcome Their Weather-Related Anxiety
Al Roker teams up with PBS Kids to help children temper their weather-related anxiety in his new show, "Weather Hunters."
Digital Communities Are a Lifeline for Trans Youth
Digital communities are a lifeline for trans youth, as a new study from Hopelab and Born This Way reports.
Remembering Louise Vincent, Who Channeled Her Experiences With Addiction Into Life-Saving Advocacy
Louise Vincent, a pioneer in the harm reduction movement, died last month at just 49.
The Rise of Self-Aware Narcissists
“Self-aware” narcissists debate whether the condition is curable.
Jimmy Kimmel Returned Tonight as ABC, Under Pressure, Lifts Comedian’s Suspension
More than 400 Hollywood stars signed onto a letter put together by the ACLU that condemned Kimmel's suspension before it was lifted.
Gaslighting and Mental Health in the Age of Trump
A look at the impact on our collective mental health of attacks on free speech and the rise of authoritarianism in the U.S.
Mental Health and Hope in the Time of (Not-So-Creeping) Authoritarianism: The View from Detroit
As a Black Detroiter, I’m surprised at how quickly the entire nation has started to feel like a place where hope and faith are born to die. But new life calls for just one persistent seed and a willing patch of soil.
Trump Order Threatens Housing First, Expands Forced Treatment of Homeless People
An executive order from the Trump administration threatens to roll back decades of progress in mental healthcare.
Mamdani’s Plans for Mental Health Crises Aim to End a Cycle of Violence
Zohran Mamdani put forth a plan for transforming New York City's mental health crisis response system.
Switching to Whole Foods Made This Family Healthier – and Happier
A science journalist's experiment of cutting out ultra-processed foods from her family's diet led to a surprising transformation in their physical and mental health.
The Playground That Lets Kids Take Risks – For Their Own Good
Adventure playgrounds may look chaotic but experts say unconventional spaces help kids develop by teaching them to navigate risks.
