Browsing: Mental health

Mental health and stress are among the top reasons college students consider dropping out of school, according to a recent Gallup poll. Among students who said they considered leaving their program within the last six months, 54 percent cited emotional stress and 43 percent cited mental health as the reasons why, according to the Gallup…

She committed suicide after getting an email informing her about the potential adoption.

Can a short practice that lasts only a few breaths make a difference in someone’s life?

Joe is also recognized for sharing videos with his fans about mental health during lockdown.

Starting in a small basement at the Arlington Street Church, the Samaritans have responded to over 3 million calls, texts, and online chats at their suicide prevention centers over the past five decades.

It can be difficult to find your people.

The industry's point is simple: Chatbots are free, always available, and don't have the judgment that keeps some people from seeking therapy. But there is not enough evidence that they actually help with mental health.

It’s okay to not know what to say.

House Republicans are seeking a government watchdog to investigate how the federal government has managed unspent mental health funding, including COVID-19 emergency funds and funds allocated for launching the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. In a letter sent to the Government Accountability Office on Tuesday, Republicans from the House Energy and Commerce Committee stated that the Substance Abuse…

The bill comes a day after the Oklahoma state medical examiner ruled the death of 16-year-old transgender high school student Nex Benedict a suicide.