Feb 15 Watch 9:34 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. Continue watching
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.”… Continue reading
Jan 17 Watch 8:13 Why a growing number of American men say they are in a 'friendship recession' By Geoff Bennett, Mike Fritz, Sam Lane American men are stuck in what’s been dubbed a friendship recession, with 20 percent of single men now saying they don’t have any close friends. More than half of all men report feeling unsatisfied with the size of their friend… Continue watching
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… Continue watching
Jan 14 Watch 9:09 How rural communities are tackling a suicide and depression crisis among farmers By Megan Thompson, Melanie Saltzman More than 50,000 Americans took their own lives in 2023, the nation’s highest yearly rate of suicide on record. Farmers are 3.5 times more likely to die by suicide than the general population, according to the National Rural Health Association. Continue watching
Jan 10 Watch 8:11 How mental health experts are handling the Israel-Hamas war's lasting impact on children By Amna Nawaz, Sam Lane The fallout from the Israel-Hamas war is far-reaching and the damage from the conflict will be felt for years. The Hamas attack on Oct. 7 and Israel’s counteroffensive have left thousands dead and caused immense physical destruction. It’s also left… Continue watching
Dec 26 Watch 7:13 States suing Meta accuse company of manipulating its apps to make children addicted By Stephanie Sy, Shoshana Dubnow Meta is the target of state lawsuits over allegations it has harmed the mental health of children and misled the public about safety. State attorneys general argue Facebook and Instagram deliberately manipulate their apps in ways that addict kids and… Continue watching
Dec 25 Watch 5:50 How 'chatty benches' are building connections and combating loneliness in Britain By Malcolm Brabant Mental health experts believe one of the long-term consequences of lockdowns during the COVID pandemic is an increase in loneliness. In Britain, communities are trying to combat people’s isolation by introducing so-called chatty benches and chatty cafes. Special correspondent Malcolm… Continue watching
Dec 16 Watch 6:24 The risks and rewards of prescribing ketamine for pain and mental health By John Yang, Andrew Corkery, Azhar Merchant A coroner’s finding that actor Matthew Perry died from “acute effects” of ketamine is drawing new attention to the drug, a powerful anesthetic intended for use during surgery that has also become a popular treatment for chronic pain and mental… Continue watching
Nov 25 Watch 5:22 Researcher explains connection between ultra-processed foods and depression By Ali Rogin, Andrew Corkery The food we eat affects us in many ways. A recent study from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School found a link between the consumption of ultra-processed foods and an increase in the risk of depression. Ali Rogin speaks… Continue watching