Slender Man stabbing: Geyser seeks release, psychologist takes stand
Morgan Geyser, 21, appeared in Waukesha County Court on Wednesday, April 10, petitioning for conditional release.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Study suggests mental health issues in teen boys often go undetected
A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.
Mental toll of the Baltimore bridge collapse
The bridge’s collapse has taken an economic toll that will be felt worldwide, but also an emotional toll that is still being realized.
HB 451: A step forward for PTSD treatment of Georgia's first responders
A bill that would give first responders assistance receiving mental health treatment is set to go before the Georgia state Senate’s Rules Committee on Monday.
Veteran dies in jail custody: Mother demands answers from DeKalb County Jail, VA hospital
A Houston mother says the DeKalb County Jail and the VA hospital failed her family after her son, a veteran, died while in the custody of the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office.
Mother fights for change after Army veteran son dies in jail
Christon Collins had been in the DeKalb County Jail since February 4.
Single LSD dose provides lasting relief from anxiety, researchers find
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
Most US teens feel peaceful without smartphones, study finds
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
South Fulton police training on autism aims to raise awareness among officer ranks
The South Fulton Police Department is training on how to interact with citizens on the autism spectrum.
Metro Atlanta nonprofit pushes S.T.E.A.M. to keep girls focused, out of trouble
Saturday was World Teen Mental Wellness Day and FOX 5 met the leader of a local nonprofit working with hundreds of teen girls in Atlanta to improve their mental health amidst many challenges and rising youth violence.
Tips for how to create, stick to healthy boundaries in your life
Tired of saying "yes" all the time? You may need to set some healthier boundaries in your life. Licensed clinical social worker Jodi Baumstein of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's "Strong4Life" program, shares tips on how to take back control of your time and your needs.
These simple activities are as effective as therapy for depression, study finds
According to the study authors, walking, jogging, yoga, tai chi, aerobic exercises and strength training were extremely effective at treating depression.
Instagram’s latest feature encourages teens to close app at night
The new feature nudges teen users to get downtime off the app when it's late at night. Here’s how it works.
Lil Jon drops meditation album: Here's what inspired him
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
Officer replaces therapy pig for young boy after tragic animal attack
A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.
Kids who consume energy drinks are more prone to mental health disorders, study finds
Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research.
Sextortion cases involving teen spike in Georgia | How parents can keep their children safe
Federal investigators are warning parents to keep a close eye on who children interact with online.
Sextortion cases led to alarming number of suicides, FBI says: Why teen males are more at risk
Sextortion cases involving minors have led to an alarming number of suicides, the FBI says. Here's what parents and children should know about the crime.
Golden Gate Bridge suicide barrier completed
A system of nets beneath the Golden Gate Bridge to deter people from jumping to their death is now complete.