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Jun 23

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Why little is known about what causes many pregnancies to end in miscarriage

By Courtney Norris, Rachel Liesendahl, Casey Kuhn

Every year, about 1 million pregnancies in the U.S. end in a miscarriage. In as many as half those cases, doctors are at a loss to explain why, and experts say stigma and shame are hampering efforts to learn about…

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Jun 04

Service dogs helped ease PTSD symptoms in U.S. military veterans, researchers say

By Carla K. Johnson, Associated Press

Specially trained service dogs helped ease PTSD symptoms in U.S. military veterans in a small study that the researchers hope will help expand options for service members.

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May 05

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Patrick Kennedy’s new book tells personal stories of mental health in America

By Ali Rogin, Kaisha Young

For former congressman Patrick J. Kennedy, advocating for mental health care is part of his family’s legacy. His uncle, President John F. Kennedy, signed the bill that established the nation’s community-based mental health care system. Ali Rogin sat down with…

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Mar 21

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Study finds military suicide rates highest among tank brigades

By Nick Schifrin, Dan Sagalyn

The military has experienced suicide in its ranks for decades. In recent years, it was partly attributed to the stresses and strains members experienced in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. But those conflicts are over and suicides remain at…

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Mar 21

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Californians approve plan to address homelessness, critics say it’s not enough

By William Brangham

California voters narrowly passed a ballot measure that will fund billions of dollars to help the state tackle its homelessness crisis. Gov. Newsom celebrated the victory, but opponents say it doesn’t do enough to keep people from becoming homeless in…

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Feb 24

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How a growing crisis of loneliness is affecting Americans’ health

By Ali Rogin, Kaisha Young

According to the American Psychiatric Association’s latest monthly poll, 1 in 3 Americans said they felt lonely at least once a week over the past year, with younger people more likely to report these feelings than other age groups. Edward…

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Feb 18

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Eating disorders are affecting more adolescent boys. Here’s why and what signs to look for

By John Yang, Juliet Fuisz, Claire Mufson

For years, eating disorders were thought to predominantly affect women and girls. But it’s estimated that 1 in 3 people with the condition is male, and that 10 million American boys and men will struggle with it at some point…

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Feb 15

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How Arizona’s crisis response network became a model for mental health hotlines

By Madison Staten

Since the launch of 988, the three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, millions have made contact with counselors. But the support and services available after someone calls 988 largely depend on what state one lives in.

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Feb 13

Mental health emerges as a dividing line in abortion rights initiatives planned for state ballots

By Christine Fernando, Associated Press

“It’s heartbreaking to hear about these policies ignoring mental health,” said Harris, now 21. “An abortion can save someone’s life, including when they’re in a mental health emergency.”…

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Jan 16

Watch 4:58
Student-led network helps address shortage of mental health professionals in schools

By Steven Potter

Mental health among the nation's student population has been a growing concern, especially due to the pandemic. From PBS Wisconsin, Steven Potter reports on how peer support, school staff and psychology researchers are trying to keep up with the growing…

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