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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 hour ago

When Trauma Awareness Stops at the Hospital Door

Chronic health conditions significantly impact psychological well-being, yet healthcare providers often neglect this aspect for both patients and themselves.
#mental-health
fromwww.amny.com
3 hours ago
Healthcare

AG demands reforms at NY-Presbyterian after investigation reveals mental health patients left without permission | amNewYork

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

2 GTA mental health treatment centres for first responders a step closer to reality with new funding | CBC News

Healthcare
fromGothamist
1 hour ago

NewYork-Presbyterian agrees to bolster care for patients in mental health crisis

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital will implement reforms to improve mental health care following a settlement over inadequate patient supervision.
Mental health
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

Why the future of mental healthcare is team-based

Team-based care improves mental health treatment outcomes by integrating multidisciplinary teams to address complex conditions effectively.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
3 hours ago

AG demands reforms at NY-Presbyterian after investigation reveals mental health patients left without permission | amNewYork

NewYork-Presbyterian must reform mental healthcare protocols and pay a $500,000 penalty after failing to protect vulnerable patients.
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

San Jose faces legal heat over mental health crisis calls - San Jose Spotlight

Civil rights organizations are pressuring San Jose to improve mental health emergency response by diverting calls from police to crisis teams.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

2 GTA mental health treatment centres for first responders a step closer to reality with new funding | CBC News

Federal government allocates $15 million for new treatment facilities for first responders with post-traumatic stress injuries in Greater Toronto Area.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

A New Master's Degree Helps Improve Global Mental Health

Global mental health awareness is increasing, but significant gaps in services and cultural acceptance persist worldwide.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
7 hours ago

Neuroscience reveals that the calmest person in any crisis isn't naturally fearless - their brain learned to delay panic because their childhood required them to be functional before they were allowed to be afraid - Silicon Canals

Calmness under pressure is a learned response, not merely a personality trait or temperament.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 hours ago

Resilience and Reconstruction in Practice

A long-term approach is essential for supporting displaced individuals, emphasizing identity continuity and meaningful work for resilience.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 hours ago

Southport killer's parents bear considerable blame' for preventable' attack

Chairman Sir Adrian Fulford concluded that this terrible event could have been and should have been prevented, emphasizing that the killer's family failed to share their concerns with authorities.
UK news
Education
fromPsychology Today
2 days 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.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Axel Rudakubana: How violence-obsessed teen unleashed horror at kids' dance class

Axel Rudakubana, wearing a green hoodie and armed with a kitchen knife, ambushed a class of girls aged between six and 11 during a Taylor Swift-themed dance class, resulting in three fatalities and multiple injuries.
SF parents
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

A Classmate Has Died-How Do I Talk About It With My Child?

Supporting a child through grief requires parents to process their own emotions first for effective communication and comfort.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

I hid my heart disease symptoms from my wife then I almost died'

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Teen Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries In Mission District Shooting Following Fight

A teenager was shot in a violent incident shortly after a citywide call for a ceasefire against street violence.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Amy Hillyard's husband details her mental health struggles in new interview

Amy Hillyard, a coffee shop owner, disappeared while managing mental health issues, leaving no clues behind on March 25.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
4 days ago

24/7 Crisis Center Opens In Brooklyn

The facility, located at 2862 Fulton St., is designed to provide immediate stabilization, therapeutic support, and discharge planning to connect patients with longer-term services.
Brooklyn
Film
fromVulture
3 days ago

The Horrors of Being a Content Moderator Fuel the New Faces of Death

Poor character decisions in horror films can frustrate viewers, but Margot's journey in Faces of Death offers a relatable and engaging narrative.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why We Distinguish Suicide Clusters From Pacts

On February 1, 2026, a man associated with Ivaylo Kalushev received a message from him: 'Goodbye, friend, we are very tired and have no more strength.' The next day, police found the bodies of three middle-aged men at Kalushev's burnt lodge in western Bulgaria.
Russo-Ukrainian War
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Psychiatric Nursing Students Can't Find Clinical Training

PMHNP training programs often lack required clinical rotations, causing stress for students who must find their own placements.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Drug checking service issues warning after surge of suspected overdoses in Toronto | CBC News

Toronto's drug checking service warns of a surge in opioid overdoses and related deaths, highlighting contamination in the unregulated opioid supply.
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton's mother stated, 'None of the boys in that school accepted him. They told him they would never accept him for the way he spoke. He was a sassy speaker, more feminine - not the 'hard boy' type. This wasn't going on for just a little while.'
LGBT
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.
Fundraising
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Firefighters ask for support for colleague critically injured in training academy fall

Community support is requested for firefighter Nick Spinale, who sustained serious injuries during training and requires multiple surgeries for recovery.
Mindfulness
fromMindful
1 week ago

Being Courageous About Change: Mindful Guidance on the Proactive Pivot

Proactive pivoting involves making changes before they are necessary, requiring courage and strength to overcome resistance to change.
Remote teams
from3blmedia
6 days ago

Why Traditional Evacuation Plans Fall Short in Hybrid Work

Hybrid work complicates evacuation plans, creating gaps when designated safety personnel are absent, necessitating a shift to more inclusive safety strategies.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

The person in your life who never complains and handles everything isn't at peace - they learned so early that expressing a need cost them something that they stopped expressing needs entirely - Silicon Canals

Being perceived as 'low maintenance' can lead to neglecting personal needs and emotional struggles.
US Elections
fromDefector
6 days ago

I Guess We're Just Waiting Around To See If This Demented Psychopath Kills Everyone | Defector

Donald Trump's threats against Iran represent a dangerous escalation in rhetoric and reflect a lack of coherent strategy in U.S. foreign policy.
Real estate
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

Neuroscience reveals that the feeling of home isn't about geography or architecture. It's a nervous system state. People who never learned to feel safe in the presence of others carry a portable homelessness that no mortgage, renovation, or relocation has ever been shown to resolve. - Silicon Canals

Home is not just a physical space; it's about the ability of one's nervous system to settle in the presence of others.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

AI in the mental health care workforce is met with fear, pushback and enthusiasm

AI tools are increasingly adopted in mental health, raising concerns about job replacement and the quality of care.
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Scotland: Abusive man gets 8 years prison for wife's suicide

Lee Milne physically and psychologically abused Kimberly Bruce (Milne) and our evidence showed that this abuse was a significant contributing factor in her death. He deliberately and ruthlessly exploited Kimberly's vulnerabilities, which makes him culpable for her decision to end her own life.
UK news
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days 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.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'Scared' six-year-old calls ambulance to save mum

Pearl told the call handler she knew what to do when her mum Carole collapsed 'because I knew the number and I just memorised it because I really love my mum, so I made sure I knew how to call it'.
SF parents
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Not everyone who keeps a small social circle is protecting their energy. Some of them built a wide one once, watched it reveal exactly how many people would show up during an actual emergency, and quietly restructured around the answer - Silicon Canals

Small social circles often result from past crises that reveal true friendships, rather than a preference for fewer connections.
Public health
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: New York's Mental Health Crisis Demands We Invest in Programs That Work

Scaling and coordinating effective behavioral health programs is essential for creating a continuum of care in New York City.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I took off my headphones and noticed a stranger in peril

Wearing headphones isolates individuals from their surroundings, while being present enhances awareness and engagement with the world.
Mental health
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

I scaled mental health products for millions

Entrepreneurship is often misrepresented, masking the anxiety and stress that founders experience behind the facade of autonomy and success.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

More than 50 young asylum seekers have died in UK since 2015, data shows

Over 50 young asylum seekers in the UK have died in the past decade, primarily from suicide, with a significant increase since 2020.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

It's Time to Rethink the "Anxiety Drives PDA" Narrative

PDA is not solely anxiety-driven; it shares traits with ADHD and ODD, suggesting a more complex relationship with demand avoidance.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Why Hypersensitivity Is an Emotional Superpower

Highly sensitive individuals process emotions deeply, which can be a strength in understanding social cues and empathy.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Man who talked down hospital bomber says would-be attacker asked for a cuddle

A hospital patient prevented a bombing by showing kindness to the attacker, who later received a lengthy prison sentence for his actions.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

When the World Feels Scary, These 2 Questions Can Help

Grounding techniques effectively manage anxiety and enhance personal agency by focusing on the present and what can be controlled.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Why Highly Sensitive People Feel Compelled to Manage Others' Feelings

Highly sensitive people often absorb others' emotions, leading to rescuing behaviors that can hinder personal growth and resilience.
Brooklyn
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I help people with psychosis off the streets. Sometimes, their minds won't let them leave

Mental health chaplains work with homeless individuals experiencing serious mental illness, navigating the complex intersection of psychiatric symptoms, delusions, and housing instability while maintaining compassion and patience.
#anxiety
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago
Mental health

Conquering Social Anxiety: The Courage to Reach Out

Power and wealth do not shield individuals from anxiety or shame; honesty can lead to healing.
#suicide-prevention
SF parents
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Expert says people should talk openly about suicides, not hide them

Suicide prevention requires comprehensive community engagement including schools, medical professionals, and families teaching students to recognize warning signs in peers.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Blueprint for Getting a Suicide Barrier at a Jump Site

Successful suicide barrier advocacy requires concrete data, mental health professional credibility, bereaved family voices, medical examiner support, first responder involvement, and refutation of cost, aesthetics, and effectiveness objections.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Expert says people should talk openly about suicides, not hide them

Suicide prevention requires comprehensive community engagement including schools, medical professionals, and families teaching students to recognize warning signs in peers.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Blueprint for Getting a Suicide Barrier at a Jump Site

Successful suicide barrier advocacy requires concrete data, mental health professional credibility, bereaved family voices, medical examiner support, first responder involvement, and refutation of cost, aesthetics, and effectiveness objections.
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Social workers demand UCSF improves safety after worker fatally stabbed by patient

UCSF social workers demand stronger workplace safety measures and increased staffing following a colleague's fatal stabbing, citing unaddressed safety concerns and lack of leadership response.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Is Separating Neurodevelopment and Mental Health Services Helpful?

Neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions overlap significantly, complicating service provision and funding support despite potential benefits of conceptual separation.
#crisis-intervention
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
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.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Mental health
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Living with agoraphobia: 'At my worst, I couldn't step outside my front door - I felt trapped'

Karina Mongan, 22, from Dublin, battles severe agoraphobia, which has previously left her housebound, and is determined to overcome it again.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Greetings From My Bomb Shelter

During warfare and crisis, focusing on controllable elements like schedules, rituals, and self-care practices provides psychological stability and resilience.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Should We Treat Political Violence as a Public Health Crisis?

Political violence in the U.S. has become routine and causes lasting psychological and public-health harms beyond immediate security threats.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Caring for the Part of You That Wants to Die

Suicide ideation affects 15.6% of U.S. adults, with significant risk factors including mental disorders, trauma, and social circumstances.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.france24.com
2 months ago

What we know about the Canadian school shooter

A shooter in Tumbler Ridge killed nine people, wounded over 25, including schoolchildren and family members, then died by suicide; police say suspect acted alone.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How to Help Communities Rebound from Crisis and Disaster

Disaster psychology provides an empirically-based framework for building community resilience and growth during crises through understanding predictable psychological phases and natural recovery mechanisms.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

Tragic new data shows one in six children who die by suicide is LGBTQ+

New data has shown that one in six children that died by suicide in England between April 2019 and March 2025 were part of the LGBTQ+ community. Out of the 647 children that died by suicide during that time period, 107 were LGBTQ+ and 46 were transgender. The figures were obtained by QueerAF via a Freedom of Information request to the National Child Mortality Database.
LGBT
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

They help police with mental health calls. So why are 'mobile crisis' teams in crisis?

Mobile crisis teams expanded nationwide to respond to psychiatric emergencies, but inconsistent and inadequate funding is forcing programs to shut down and struggle to operate.
#mental-health-crisis
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

What Parents Need to Know About Mental Health Crisis Care

Calling 911 for mental health crises can be fatal, especially for Black and disabled children, highlighting the need for alternative solutions.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

What Parents Need to Know About Mental Health Crisis Care

Calling 911 for mental health crises can be fatal, especially for Black and disabled children, highlighting the need for alternative solutions.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Like Water, We Heal

Resilience is psychological flexibility—soft, adaptable responses like water that reorganize inner life toward a new equilibrium instead of returning to a prior baseline.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

Youth Suicide Rates Decline, Risks Remain

The number of suicides per 100,000 young people ages 10 to 24 declined by nearly 12 percent, from 11 to 9.7, between 2021 and 2024. The decrease was driven largely by reductions among young men, whose suicide levels fell by nearly 15 percent, while suicides among young women declined by about 2 percent.
Mental health
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

People who stay calm during emergencies but fall apart over minor inconveniences aren't fragile. Their system was calibrated for catastrophe, and it genuinely doesn't know how to scale down to a traffic jam or a lost set of keys. - Silicon Canals

Accumulated small daily frustrations can trigger greater stress responses than single major crises in people whose nervous systems were calibrated for survival under chronic danger or high-stakes conditions.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Navigating the Messy Middle of Disaster Recovery

Disaster recovery extends beyond the initial crisis phase; year two brings psychological challenges including chronic stress, financial strain, and bureaucratic delays that impair functioning and compound trauma.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Finding Help Following Suicide or an Attempt

Survivors of suicide face severe trauma, guilt, and isolation, and support groups and crisis centers offering grief counseling are critical yet often scarce.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Supporting Youth at Risk With Empathic Intervision

Empathic intervision in youth support groups cultivates integrative empathy, building resilience, belonging, and agency through structured dialogue, deep listening, and practical empathic skills.
Mental health
fromJezebel
2 months ago

All It Took to Prevent Golden Gate Bridge Suicides Was People Caring Enough to Try

Seven months in 2025 passed with zero known suicide deaths at the Golden Gate Bridge, reflecting a successful, concerted suicide-prevention effort.
Mental health
fromGothamist
1 month ago

After police shootings, Mamdani faces new pressure to overhaul NYC's mental health crisis response

Failures in 911 dispatch, call classifications, and police response contributed to fatal outcomes in mental-health crisis calls, prompting plans to shift to civilian responders.
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