HEALTH October 31, 2023 Depression and anxiety may impact young adults twice as much as teens, Harvard survey finds A new report from Harvard reveals the rising rates of depression and anxiety among young adults. Experts shared potential reasons and strategies that could help.
OPINION October 28, 2023 Hamas terror, Mideast turmoil, Ukraine: How to cope with fear, uncertainty in troubling times Fear is connected directly to instability and uncertainty. It feeds off a state of not knowing what is coming next or what you can do to prevent or control it.
HEALTH October 20, 2023 Suicide and genetics: Study identifies 12 DNA variations that could increase the risk Researchers from the University of Utah Health have identified 12 genetic variations that are linked to a higher risk of suicide, according to a study published in The American Journal of Psychiatry.
HEALTH October 19, 2023 Suicide warning signs are missed by most Americans, new survey finds: It's 'alarming' More than a third of younger adults say they have contemplated suicide in the past year, but less than a third strongly agree that they can recognize the warning signs.
HEALTH October 18, 2023 Suicide prevention program at Nebraska children's hospital emphasizes encouraging, 'life-saving' notes A program at Children's Nebraska, a hospital in Omaha, has had resounding success in keeping teenage suicide survivors from re-attempting to end their lives.
HEALTH October 6, 2023 Yelling at kids could cause long-term harm to their psyches, says new study: ‘A hidden problem’ Parents or caregivers who yell at their kids could create negative effects on kids’ mental and physical health, a new study suggests. Experts weigh in on the dangers of childhood verbal abuse.
MENTAL HEALTH September 30, 2023 Suicide prevention month: How to overcome suicidal thoughts or assist someone else Suicide rates have increased, making it important to know the warning signs and provide support for those who may be mentally struggling. If you're struggling yourself, here's what to do.
HEALTH September 30, 2023 Fishing and its health benefits: The more men go fishing, the better their mental health, study finds A recent study showed that men who enjoy fishing as a hobby may have a lower risk of depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts and other mental health conditions.
LIFESTYLE September 27, 2023 Air travel is more stressful than going to the dentist, many Americans say Many Americans consider air travel to be more stressful than going to the dentist, a survey from travel website Expedia found. The company offered money-saving tips and more.
LIFESTYLE September 26, 2023 Young woman is talked out of suicide by a passerby, an off-duty paramedic: 'Are you OK?' A young woman — a mom of two kids — was about to commit suicide when a bystander asked if she was OK. The young woman was talked off the bridge and expressed gratitude for the act of kindness.
DIABETES September 24, 2023 Depression identified as 'contributing cause' of type 2 diabetes risk, says new study: 'Important' findings New research reveals that people with a history of depression are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Joe Whittington weighed in on the findings.