California student dies after balcony fall following classroom fight
A death investigation is underway at Benjamin Franklin High School in Los Angeles after a student died following a fight and fall from a fourth-floor balcony on campus.
A death investigation is underway at Benjamin Franklin High School in Los Angeles after a student died following a fight and fall from a fourth-floor balcony on campus.
The surprising link between allergies and suicide risk explained
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
VA releases annual veteran suicide prevention report, prevention remains top clinical priority
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
Lindsay Clancy case enters next chapter
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial could not reach a unanimous verdict, splitting 11 to 1 and ending the trial in a mistrial. Now, her attorney is looking beyond the courtroom and directly to President Trump for help. The big question: will prosecutors try the case again, and if so, what charges could Clancy face. David Rossman, criminal law expert, and emeritus professor at Boston University, gives insight.
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial could not reach a unanimous verdict, splitting 11 to 1 and ending the trial in a mistrial. Now, her attorney is looking beyond the courtroom and directly to President Trump for help. The big question: will prosecutors try the case again, and if so, what charges could Clancy face. David Rossman, criminal law expert, and emeritus professor at Boston University, gives insight.
Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial after jury deadlocked
Following legal procedures that took several hours Friday, the judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial after the jury earlier in the day told the judge they were deadlocked on whether Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her three children.
Following legal procedures that took several hours Friday, the judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial after the jury earlier in the day told the judge they were deadlocked on whether Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her three children.
Shingles vaccine linked to 24% lower dementia risk in older adults
A new Brown University-led study found that older adults who received the shingles vaccine Shingrix had a 24% lower relative risk of a dementia diagnosis over four years than those who were not vaccinated.
A new Brown University-led study found that older adults who received the shingles vaccine Shingrix had a 24% lower relative risk of a dementia diagnosis over four years than those who were not vaccinated.
VA launches clinical trial of psilocybin to treat veterans suffering from depression, PTSD
The VA launched a clinical trial testing psilocybin for veterans with treatment-resistant depression.
The VA launched a clinical trial testing psilocybin for veterans with treatment-resistant depression.
Building back-to-school confidence
The first week of school can be tough, especially for younger children starting a new classroom. Apurva Bhatt, child and adolescent psychiatrist at Stanford Children's Health, gives insight.
The first week of school can be tough, especially for younger children starting a new classroom. Apurva Bhatt, child and adolescent psychiatrist at Stanford Children's Health, gives insight.
Perez Hilton hospitalized following concerning TikTok livestream, wellness check
Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast.
Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast.
Seasonal affective disorder: symptoms & causes
When you hear Seasonal Affective Disorder, you probably think winter. But doctors say a small number of people experience the opposite—with symptoms that appear during the summer months instead. Dr. Goutham Ganesan, Assistant Chief of Adult Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente San Jose, gives insight.
When you hear Seasonal Affective Disorder, you probably think winter. But doctors say a small number of people experience the opposite—with symptoms that appear during the summer months instead. Dr. Goutham Ganesan, Assistant Chief of Adult Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente San Jose, gives insight.
Back-to-school reset
The school year is almost here, and now’s the time to reset. From bedtime battles to morning routines, experts are sharing practical ways to help children make a smoother return to school.
The school year is almost here, and now’s the time to reset. From bedtime battles to morning routines, experts are sharing practical ways to help children make a smoother return to school.
Kentucky family awarded record settlement against gun dealer
A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.
A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.
Building safer communities for black Youth
Repeated exposure to violence and uncertainty can leave lasting emotional and mental health effects on young people. Dr. Aisha Mays, an adolescent medicine physician and founder of Dream Youth Clinic, gives insight.
Repeated exposure to violence and uncertainty can leave lasting emotional and mental health effects on young people. Dr. Aisha Mays, an adolescent medicine physician and founder of Dream Youth Clinic, gives insight.
US to award more than $281 million for mental health programs
In a sweeping effort to combat the nation's ongoing mental health crisis, officials announced a massive financial investment aimed at bolstering support networks for programs including substance abuse and mental illness.
In a sweeping effort to combat the nation's ongoing mental health crisis, officials announced a massive financial investment aimed at bolstering support networks for programs including substance abuse and mental illness.
Late Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE
Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.
Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.
These are the most stressed-out cities in America, data shows
A new report is revealing the most stressed cities in America. See which cities ranked highest.
A new report is revealing the most stressed cities in America. See which cities ranked highest.
9/11 responders with PTSD face higher risk of accelerated aging, research suggests
A new study found responders with PTSD who were dispatched to the 9/11 terror attacks in 2001, showed signs of faster biological aging and a higher risk of chronic disease.
A new study found responders with PTSD who were dispatched to the 9/11 terror attacks in 2001, showed signs of faster biological aging and a higher risk of chronic disease.
New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
Remote work, isolation, and mental health
Home alone: Remote work, isolation, and mental health. Emma Harrington, labor economist, at The University of Virginia, gives insight.
Home alone: Remote work, isolation, and mental health. Emma Harrington, labor economist, at The University of Virginia, gives insight.
Queer LifeSpace:15 years of pride and healing
Mental health support can be hard to find, and even harder to afford. For 15 years, Queer LifeSpace has worked to change that for LGBTQIA+ people across the Bay Area, building a model that combines accessible therapy with elite training for queer-affirming clinicians. Ryan MacCarrigan, executive director, of the nonprofit, gives insight.
Mental health support can be hard to find, and even harder to afford. For 15 years, Queer LifeSpace has worked to change that for LGBTQIA+ people across the Bay Area, building a model that combines accessible therapy with elite training for queer-affirming clinicians. Ryan MacCarrigan, executive director, of the nonprofit, gives insight.