High school launches ‘calm room’ to help students’ mental health
Rather than sending students home for headaches and other ailments, the school gave stressed students a 20-to-30-minute break, and they were able to return to class.
Katie Meyer honored by Stanford women's basketball team ahead of Pac-12 title
As the Stanford women's basketball team rode to another Pac-12 title, they paid tribute to Katie Meyer.
Parents of Stanford soccer star Katie Meyer speak out about her death
Katie Meyer was a Stanford soccer star and captain of her team. Her mom revealed that Katie died from suicide.
Gov. Newsom proposes to force some homeless people into treatment
The proposal by Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, would require all counties in California to set up a mental health branch in civil court to assist people in need of help but who won’t accept services.
Elementary school in Garden Grove creates 'calming room' for students
It is designed to give students a break and offers tools like comfortable seating, calm lighting, toys, coloring and yoga.
Elementary school in Garden Grove creates 'calming room' for students
It is designed to give students a break and offers tools like comfortable seating, calm lighting, toys, coloring and yoga.
The Healing: Black men yoga takes shape to combat mental health
Tristan Lewis and Andrew Smith started The Healing, a nonprofit aiming to promote mental health and wellness among Black men.
‘Black Minds Matter’: Focusing on mental health and African Americans in February
This year’s theme for Black History Month, “Black Health and Wellness,” is more important than ever during the pandemic, but many advocates say it’s also meant to call attention to the growing mental health issues many Black Americans face.
Cheslie Kryst's death sparks conversation about mental health
Former Miss USA and Extra correspondent Cheslie Kryst's death has sparked a conversation nationwide regarding mental health.
Suicide hotline transitioning to 3-digit number: 988
People in crisis and those trying to help them will have a new three-digit phone number, 988, to reach the national suicide prevention network starting in July.
Situation at Everson Griffen's home resolves peacefully after apparent mental health incident
A situation at the home of Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffin has ended peacefully after an apparent mental health incident led to a response by local police and team staff.
‘You are a superstar’: NBA champ Metta World Peace gives advice to Simone Biles
The former NBA player and mental health advocate offered advice to Olympic gymnast Simone Biles amid her ongoing mental health struggles.
NFL players helping destigmatize conversations about mental health: Meet the woman behind the movement
Some of the biggest, toughest, most macho players in the NFL are helping destigmatize conversations about mental health problems by talking about their own struggles. It's part of an incredible program the Indianapolis Colts have started called "Kicking the Stigma."
World Suicide Prevention Day 2021: How to help those who are struggling
World Suicide Prevention Day aims to bring awareness about prevention worldwide. Here’s who to help someone who may be struggling.
Britney Spears conservatorship: Jamie Spears 'willing' to step down as singer's conservator
Britney Spears' father says he is ‘willing to step down’ from his role as conservator of the singer's estate.
'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Tokyo Olympics
Simone Biles cited mental health struggles for pulling out of Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions, highlighting an ongoing discussion in sports.
Could ketamine be the answer to depression?
In the drug world, it is known as "Special K," but patients in our area are turning to medicinal use of ketamine to treat depression and PTSD.
Could ketamine be the answer to depression?
Recently featured on former Lakers star Lamar Odom's documentary, some are turning to ketamine in hopes of treating depression.
Could ketamine be the answer to depression?
Recently featured on former Lakers star Lamar Odom's documentary, some are turning to ketamine in hopes of treating depression.
93,000 Americans died of overdoses last year, a new record
U.S. overdose deaths climbed to a record 93,000 last year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The previous record was 72,000.