Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says
“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.
Paris Hilton visits DC to introduce bill, details abuse at 'troubled teen' facility
Paris Hilton is taking her own childhood experiences and using them for a purpose to advocate for reforms in the troubled teen industry.
Gov. Kemp signs bills designed to help military veterans
Gov. Brian Kemp signed three bills into law Tuesday aimed at helping military veterans in Georgia.
Feeling stuck over a big decision? These 5 steps may help
Life throws a lot of decisions our way, and it can be easy to get stuck over major decisions about work, our relationships, and making a big change. But licensed professional counselor Natolie Gray says there are 5 steps that can help you get unstuck.
Officers find woman with gun outside Clarkston Police Department
Surveillance cameras captured Mia Cooper walking through Clarkston Police Department's parking lot Tuesday morning.
Advocacy group calls for changes to end youth violence
Advocates have been working to prevent youth violence by making changes both at home and under the Gold Dome.
Spelman College students balance pros and cons of social media
When it comes to social media, Spelman College students Madison Riles and M’Kenzie Lumas-Harmon are constantly creating.
Spring, summer can be harder than winter for some seasonal depression sufferers
The spring and summer can bring relief for people who experience seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, during the winter months, when the days are short and there is less sunlight. But for about 10% of SAD sufferers, the warmer months are the hardest.
Federal judge ruling makes it so insurers don't have to cover some preventive care services
This includes screenings for cancer, diabetes and mental health
Fetterman leaves Walter Reed with depression 'in remission'
In a statement, Fetterman’s office says his depression was treated with medication and that he's wearing hearing aids for hearing loss.
Marietta Police sets up wellness room to help first responders
Law enforcement officers often deal with one crisis after another. It can affect them personally and how they do their job. That's why the Marietta Police Department set up a place where they can go to decompress.
Florida man searches metro Atlanta for missing fiancée
Joe Brigati says he last saw Brianna Quinteros walking into a supermarket on Atlanta Highway in Loganville on March 25.
Standout OSU football player talks about why he left the game for good
Henry Miller was a standout athlete-scholar on and off the playing field. But the 21-year-old says he had to leave the game to save himself.
CDC: Autism rates on the rise, especially among minorities
A new CDC report shows autism is on the rise, and rates are increasing quickly for minorities.
Trans flight attendant known for United commercial dies by apparent suicide
Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.
Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
'Ted Lasso' cast visit White House, promote mental health care
Comedian Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character, and other cast members were meeting with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden to talk about how mental health contributes to overall well-being.
World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
'Dad jokes' could be helping kids grow into healthy adults, experts say
Yes they’re corny, but here's why those cringe-worthy jokes might actually be helping your kids grow up into healthy adults.
10 charged in Irvo Otieno’s death at Virginia mental hospital
Video from a state mental hospital shows a Black Virginia man who was handcuffed and shackled being pinned to the ground by deputies who are now facing second-degree murder charges in his death, according to relatives of the man and their attorneys who viewed the footage Thursday.