Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
What is ‘brain rot’? Should parents be worried about bizarre AI videos captivating kids
“Brain rot" has become the newest online obsession for tweens, powered by bizarre AI-generated videos and games. Experts explain what it means — and whether parents should be worried.
CDC shooter’s mental health struggles captured on police body camera
Newly released body camera footage from September 2024 shows the night the alleged CDC shooter was taken to the hospital after his father called police, saying he was trying to get ahold of guns and was suicidal.
31% of teens find AI chats “as satisfying or more satisfying" than human conversations
Teens admit that they prefer discussing important topics with AI companions more than people, according to a new study.
Research suggests link between diet and depression risk in women
A study suggests that eating a lot of processed foods and added sugars may raise the risk of depression in women aged 40 to 50 before menopause.
Longwood officer resigns amid investigation into teen's involuntary detainment
A Longwood police officer resigned during an internal investigation into his handling of a 17-year-old taken into custody in May for an involuntary mental health exam.
These are the least and most stressed cities in the US, study shows
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
Trump administration to end LGBTQ+ youth support on 988 crisis line
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
Florida veteran finds new life through VA wellness program: From dark thoughts to Independence Day
A Central Florida veteran who returned home from war found himself fighting a different kind of battle—one with anger, depression and alcohol.
US kids of divorce earn less, face more teen pregnancy and jail: study
A new study finds that children whose parents divorce before age 5 face reduced earnings as adults and increased chances of teen pregnancy and incarceration—consequences tied to financial loss, relocation, and diminished parental involvement.
Is your therapist AI? ChatGPT goes viral on social media for its role as Gen Z's new therapist
AI chatbots are stepping into the therapist's chair – and not everyone is thrilled about it.
Social media use triples depression symptoms for pre-teens: Study
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.
Lisa Rinna threatened to kill husband Harry Hamlin amid postpartum depression
Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.
Man killed in shooting involving deputy suffered from mental health issues, family says
A Clermont man killed in a shooting involving Lake County sheriff's deputies suffered from mental health issues, according to his stepfather.
Some schools are teaching teens how to sleep amid growing mental health crisis
A growing number of schools are teaching teens how to sleep, linking poor rest to mental health struggles, behavior issues, and falling attendance. Ohio and Minnesota districts are now piloting “sleep interventions.”
Kids with smartphones reported higher well-being than kids without, study finds
Despite kids who reported having overall better well-being compared to kids who did not own smartphones, they also admitted that using social media had negative impacts on their health.
Florida police officer will run 200 miles to raise awareness for first responder mental health
A Central Florida police officer is running 200 miles over five days to raise awareness for first responder mental health.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
When is the happiest time of day?
A recent study took a look at how the time of day, season and day of the week can impact mental health. Here are the findings.
Victim of Ocala laundromat explosion encourages trauma victims to seek help, therapy
More than half a year after an explosion at an Ocala laundromat, victims of the fire say they’re nowhere close to being recovered.