Moms speak out against LA, Orange county delaying start of major mental health law
California's SB would make it easier to get conservatorships for people with severe mental illnesses. Los Angeles and Orange counties are delaying its implementation until 2026.
Loneliness linked to increased risk of dementia, cognitive decline: study
A new study shows loneliness increases the risk for dementia and cognitive impairment.
14-year-old dies by suicide after Santa Clara schoolmates bully him about being homeless: father
A South Bay father said his teenage son took his own life after being bullied by other students at the high school they attended because he was homeless.
Your candidate lost? Here’s how to cope with post-election stress
With emotions running high, here are expert-backed tips to help you cope if the election results aren’t what you hoped, including managing stress, finding support, and staying grounded.
5 tips to ease Election Day anxiety
Anxious much? A Kaiser psychologist offers some Election Day tips on how to relieve some of that Election Day tension.
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.
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.
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.
'America's Got Talent' cheerleader Emily Gold dead at 17
Emily Gold joined Los Osos High School's dance team in Rancho Cucamonga to compete on 'America's Got Talent' in August.
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.”
LA expands unarmed mental health teams in several Westside communities
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Monday announced the expansion of the city’s CIRCLE program to address homelessness.
Man distraught over planned sale of late mother’s home fatally shoots 4 family members, himself
A 69-year-old Tampa woman was one of the people who died when a New York man shot and killed four of his family members before taking his own life.
CIRCLE program expands to more neighborhoods
LA has expanded a program aimed to help those suffering from homelessness and mental health issues.
Who do you call for help? LA County starts PSA campaign on emergency service phone numbers
There's more than just 911 available in LA County.
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.
Boxer Ryan Garcia posts series of cryptic tweets following arrest
In a series of tweets, Ryan Garcia asked his fans for prayers and compared himself to Britney Spears and Donald Trump.
ADHD diagnosed in about 1 in 9 US children, CDC says
ADHD symptoms include difficulty staying focused, excessive fidgeting, acting without thinking and difficulty with self-control.
‘Dance Moms’ Kalani Hilliker shocks cast by revealing mental health struggles
Former "Dance Moms" star Kalani Hilliker had a moment that stunned her fellow cast members during the reunion show, "Dance Moms: The Reunion."
Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.