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New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 hours ago

Op-Ed | NYC's mental health response plans aren't radicaland that's just fine | amNewYork

Policing in NYC involves addressing crises beyond crime, necessitating a community safety approach with mental health responders like B-HEARD.
Education
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Anonymous tip system started in wake of Sandy Hook shooting has fielded nearly 400,000 reports

The 'Say Something' program teaches students to identify and report signs of potential violence or self-harm to prevent school shootings.
#mental-health
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago
California

Silicon Valley mental health crisis team at risk of losing funding - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's TRUST program, a non-police mental health crisis team, faces funding challenges despite high demand and effectiveness in crisis stabilization.
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago
Mental health

The Question Mark: Systemic Failures in the Virginia Tech Shooting

Misdiagnosis of early schizophrenia as depression led to untreated psychosis, contributing to the Virginia Tech tragedy.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
18 hours ago

College Mental Health Care Is Expanding, But Is It Working?

Colleges are expanding mental health services, but many students still feel overwhelmed and unsupported despite increased awareness and resources.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Silicon Valley mental health crisis team at risk of losing funding - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's TRUST program, a non-police mental health crisis team, faces funding challenges despite high demand and effectiveness in crisis stabilization.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

The Question Mark: Systemic Failures in the Virginia Tech Shooting

Misdiagnosis of early schizophrenia as depression led to untreated psychosis, contributing to the Virginia Tech tragedy.
Healthcare
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Why De-Escalation Must Be Part of a Layered Safety Strategy in Healthcare

Healthcare security leaders must proactively manage potential incidents through layered safety strategies and effective training to enhance staff confidence and care delivery.
#bullying
NYC LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Watch STOMP Out Bullying's 2026 Culture Shock this Thursday

Culture Shock promotes discussions on bullying, identity, and diversity, empowering students to embrace inclusivity and empathy in educational settings.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Do Age and Timing of Bullying Matter in Mental Health?

Recent bullying has a stronger link to depressive symptoms than overall exposure, with recency being the most critical factor.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'They did nothing.' L.A. girl's death raises questions about darkest side of bullying at school

A tragic incident of bullying led to the death of 12-year-old Khimberly, raising questions about school safety and accountability.
#brown-university
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Higher education

Students injured in Brown University shooting sue school, alleging security failures

fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Higher education

Students injured in Brown University shooting sue school, alleging security failures

Careers
fromSlate Magazine
4 hours ago

We Planned Some Fun, Harmless Social Events for Our Office. Then We Got a Call From HR.

Workplace activities must be inclusive and considerate of all employees' needs to avoid potential HR issues.
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Connected Security: How Proactive Real-Time Tech Keeps Security Workers Safe

Security guards and law enforcement personnel are usually the first professionals to provide help in a public emergency and as a result, also experience some of the highest rates of workplace violence in any occupation.
Information security
#openai
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

School-shooting lawsuits accuse OpenAI of hiding violent ChatGPT users

OpenAI failed to report a ChatGPT user linked to a mass shooting, prioritizing privacy over safety, leading to multiple lawsuits.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

School-shooting lawsuits accuse OpenAI of hiding violent ChatGPT users

OpenAI failed to report a ChatGPT user linked to a mass shooting, prioritizing privacy over safety, leading to multiple lawsuits.
#police-misconduct
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Video that police denied existed shows woman pinned down

Police mishandled body-worn video evidence and retained intrusive footage of a woman's detention, raising serious concerns about data handling practices.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Video that police denied existed shows woman pinned down

Police mishandled body-worn video evidence and retained intrusive footage of a woman's detention, raising serious concerns about data handling practices.
#heroism
SF parents
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

Middle School Students Work Together to Stop Bus From Crashing After Driver Passes Out

Five middle school students in Hancock County, Mississippi, heroically stopped a runaway bus after their driver passed out.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Mississippi school kids stop school bus on highway after driver passes out

Middle school students in Mississippi saved their bus driver from a crash after she passed out, demonstrating quick thinking and bravery.
SF parents
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

Middle School Students Work Together to Stop Bus From Crashing After Driver Passes Out

Five middle school students in Hancock County, Mississippi, heroically stopped a runaway bus after their driver passed out.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Mississippi school kids stop school bus on highway after driver passes out

Middle school students in Mississippi saved their bus driver from a crash after she passed out, demonstrating quick thinking and bravery.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

House GOP introduces bills to out trans students to their parents & ban trans issues from schools - LGBTQ Nation

U.S. House Republicans introduced bills requiring schools to inform parents about transgender students and banning discussions on transgender issues.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Natural disasters can cause another crisis for those recovering from opioid addiction

Hurricane Helene highlighted the need for improved access to substance use medications during natural disasters to prevent opioid relapse and overdose.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Oakland Police Fatally Shoot Man Who They Say Pointed Gun at Officers and Children

We saw, and our neighbors, they say this guy point his gun at the heads from many kids and adults who are living around the corner. Thanks to God the police come as soon as possible.
East Bay (California)
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

As home invasions rise, some Toronto residents take security into their own hands | CBC News

Home invasions in Toronto have surged, prompting residents to enhance security measures like window film to deter intruders.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

What Families Need to Know About Restraints in Psychiatric Care

Restraints in healthcare settings disproportionately affect Black individuals and can lead to trauma and distrust in care.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
2 days ago

Why security matters in the meeting room

Security is now the top priority for organizations selecting collaboration technology, surpassing price and quality.
NYC parents
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

After autistic child's wandering from school, experts say Ontario's special education needs more support | CBC News

Inadequate support for students with disabilities can lead to dangerous situations, as seen in the case of a missing child with autism.
#chicago
#uc-berkeley
#education
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany news: Teacher group urges action over pupil violence

Germany's teachers' group calls for urgent action to address rising violence against educators in schools.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Education

Secondary school principals pay private firm to tackle cyber bullying and other online threats to school communities

Education
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Should schools get rid of homework? Some educators are saying yes

LaSalle Parish school district eliminated homework for all students, responding to complaints from parents and students about its negative impact.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany news: Teacher group urges action over pupil violence

Germany's teachers' group calls for urgent action to address rising violence against educators in schools.
Education
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Secondary school principals pay private firm to tackle cyber bullying and other online threats to school communities

Teachers seek assistance from the Department of Education due to increasing complaints and harmful content on social media.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Figures show rise in suicides after domestic abuse

Police believe improved awareness and a change in reporting practice have driven the rise in the figures. The Domestic Homicide Project found 8% of victims were aged 16 to 24 years old.
UK news
fromTODAY.com
2 days ago

She Was A Freshman During the Columbine Shooting. Here's What Was in Her Backpack That Day

"I'm always craving to feel things a bit more than I do the rest of the year," Maudsley says about Columbine's anniversary, and that's why she decided to share the contents of her backpack with her modest online following.
SF parents
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

A fight for transgender inclusion in high school sports comes to Oakland

California's CIF policy allows transgender and nonbinary students to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity, but faces increasing political challenges.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

For students labeled 'emotionally disturbed,' separation can lead to isolation

Walter's aggressive behavior led to his placement in a high-security school for students with emotional or behavioral disorders.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The feedback you're not giving is costing more than you think

Avoiding feedback leads to greater issues than the discomfort of having the conversation.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

From Crisis to Continuity: The Human Impact of Workplace Disruption

Organizations must shift from 'if' to 'when' regarding crisis preparedness, focusing on human impact and corporate culture for resilient recovery.
Chicago
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

One police officer dead after Chicago hospital shooting

A shooting at a Chicago hospital resulted in one police officer dead and another critically injured, with the suspect in custody.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-Ed | No More 24' puts New Yorkers like me at risk | amNewYork

Protesters demand the No More 24 Act to end 24-hour workdays for home care workers, fearing it jeopardizes care for individuals with disabilities.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Police responding to reports of shooting near Sepulveda Middle School

"We are currently gathering details on this incident," said school police spokesman Jorge Herrera. "We can confirm the shooting occurred off campus adjacent to Sepulveda Middle School."
Los Angeles
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

School board supervisors won't be allowed to speak with media: Ontario education minister | CBC News

"The role of the supervisor is to help put the boards get back on track ... to ensure that the school boards are focused on student achievement," he said. "Supervisors are not media personalities, they are there are to roll up their sleeves and get the job done."
Education
#domestic-violence
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

First teenage suicide linked to domestic abuse recorded in England and Wales

Teenage suicides linked to domestic violence are rising, with violent pornography and toxic influencers contributing to the issue.
SF parents
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

This Month's Twin Tragedies in Louisiana and Virginia Could Have Been Prevented

Domestic violence is a predictable pattern that institutions fail to address, leading to catastrophic consequences for women and children.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

First teenage suicide linked to domestic abuse recorded in England and Wales

Teenage suicides linked to domestic violence are rising, with violent pornography and toxic influencers contributing to the issue.
SF parents
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

This Month's Twin Tragedies in Louisiana and Virginia Could Have Been Prevented

Domestic violence is a predictable pattern that institutions fail to address, leading to catastrophic consequences for women and children.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Security Career or Security Blanket? Turning Fearful Staying into Commitment

Job-hugging reflects fear rather than commitment, leading to burnout and stalled innovation in teams.
#youth-mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Beyond Crisis Mode: Positive Youth Development Aids Teens

Youth mental health crisis is escalating, with nearly 1 in 5 adolescents experiencing major depression, prompting a shift towards positive youth development frameworks.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Beyond Crisis Mode: Positive Youth Development Aids Teens

Youth mental health crisis is escalating, with nearly 1 in 5 adolescents experiencing major depression, prompting a shift towards positive youth development frameworks.
#school-safety
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
Education
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Concerned Pickering parents rally over elementary school's handling of string of threats | CBC News

Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
Education
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Concerned Pickering parents rally over elementary school's handling of string of threats | CBC News

fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Teacher dies by suicide on the first day of school after years of anti-lesbian harassment - LGBTQ Nation

"I'm in shock. Her wife contacted me at the end of the day to tell me the terrible news. It's a waste, and I don't think there was anything that could have been done to prevent it."
LGBT
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

How to Protect Teens' Mental Health for Life

Teen brain development significantly influences lifelong mental health, and structured parenting can support healthy reward systems and social development.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Dedicated student, track athlete, and now a suspect in the killing of a Burbank teacher

Sergio Fraire, 30, is charged with special circumstances murder, attempted murder and first-degree residential burglary after prosecutors say he fatally stabbed 59-year-old Arti Varma and critically injured her 25-year-old daughter early Monday inside their home on North Brighton Street in Burbank.
SF parents
Education
fromeLearning Industry
6 days ago

Can Learning Platforms Detect Burnout Before Teachers Do?

Learning platforms often fail to recognize early signals of teacher strain, focusing instead on student performance metrics.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Swansea parents arraigned after second-grader allegedly brought gun to school

Two parents face multiple charges including child endangerment and illegal firearm possession after a tip about a handgun at an elementary school.
Mental health
fromInc
5 days ago

Workplace Stress and Bullying Are Linked to 840,000 Deaths a Year, New Study Finds

Psychosocial workplace factors are responsible for over 840,000 premature employee deaths annually due to stress-related disorders.
#suicide-prevention
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Suicide-related callouts to fire services triple in England in a decade

Suicide-related callouts to fire services in England have tripled in the last decade, prompting calls for mandatory training for firefighters.
Mental health
fromFortune
6 days ago

Young adult suicide rate down 11% over 2.5 years of new 988 mental health crisis hotline | Fortune

The 988 mental health crisis hotline has contributed to a significant reduction in suicide deaths among U.S. teens and young adults.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Suicide-related callouts to fire services triple in England in a decade

Suicide-related callouts to fire services in England have tripled in the last decade, prompting calls for mandatory training for firefighters.
Mental health
fromFortune
6 days ago

Young adult suicide rate down 11% over 2.5 years of new 988 mental health crisis hotline | Fortune

The 988 mental health crisis hotline has contributed to a significant reduction in suicide deaths among U.S. teens and young adults.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
Mental health
fromFast Company
6 days ago

LLMs don't get mental health right. We need a two-pronged approach to fix them

LLM-powered chatbots can inadvertently enable suicide and self-harm ideation, necessitating a clinically informed approach to user interactions.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

US mass shooting leaves 8 children dead in Louisiana

Shreveport police chief Wayne Smith stated, 'This is an extensive scene unlike anything most of us have ever seen,' highlighting the severity of the incident.
SF parents
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose State deaths raise mental health concerns - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose State University is addressing recent suicides while balancing the need for transparency and the risk of contagion.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Is your state making school zones more dangerous?

Simple, evidence-based interventions like handwashing and automated speed-enforcement cameras dramatically reduce deaths, but social and political resistance can delay adoption.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When School Traditions Hurt

While events such as "Mother's Day Crafts," "Daddy and Daughter Dances," and "Grandparents' Breakfasts" are often planned with good intentions, they can unintentionally leave some children feeling invisible and serve as another painful reminder that their lives have changed forever.
Parenting
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Arrests over school violence social media posts

A teenager and man in his 20s were arrested for social media posts inciting violence between rival school groups, with police increasing security at schools across London.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Mental health
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Implementing Meaningful De-Escalation Training in Your Security Program

De-escalation training reduces aggressive incidents and is a critical risk-mitigation strategy for modern security personnel and organizations.
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