Survey: 42% of working women reported burnout related to job

A new report found 1 in 3 women said they have considered downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce this year, compared to one in four who said the same a few months into the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 and Alzheimer's: Researchers find worrisome links

Researchers are trying to unravel why some COVID-19 survivors suffer "brain fog" and other problems that can last for months, and new findings suggest some worrisome overlaps with Alzheimer’s disease.

'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Tokyo Olympics

Simone Biles cited mental health struggles for pulling out of Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions, highlighting an ongoing discussion in sports.

San Francisco to get 400 new drug and mental health treatment beds

The beds, which will increase San Francisco's residential treatment capacity by 20 percent, allow the city's outreach teams such as the Street Crisis Response Teams, who respond to roughly 500 calls per month, to refer more of their clients to treatment facilities.

Giants minor leaguer who attempted suicide last year joining front office

"Over the last year I've promoted self-love and self-care and the Giants are offering me the opportunity to transition to a role as a mental-health advocate," wrote San Francisco Giants minor leaguer Drew Robinson.

Vallejo wildfire stokes fears of fire season's severity

As the sheer number of California wildfires, so far this year, dwarfs last year's record year, are we becoming traumatized by all the destruction and disaster? Millions of Californians are worried about wildfires.

SF supervisors unanimously approve SoMa drug sobering center

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved a drug sobering center that will provide 20 short-term beds and support services for people at risk of drug overdoses. 

FDA approves much-debated Alzheimer’s drug panned by experts

It’s the only therapy that U.S. regulators have said can likely treat the underlying disease, rather than manage symptoms like anxiety and insomnia.

Grand Slam leaders vow to address players’ mental health as athletes lend support for Naomi Osaka

Athletes voiced their support following Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open, prompting the leaders of the four Grand Slam tournaments to address players’ concerns about mental health.

Suicidal man dies following struggle with Vacaville police

Sam Yasko died following a struggle with Vacaville police officers. His mother is suing the city and department alleging excessive force caused her son's death in late 2017.

Retired Black NFL players say brain-injury payouts discriminate

Thousands of retired Black professional football players are demanding an end to the controversial use of “race-norming” to determine which players are eligible for claim payouts in the NFL’s $1 billion brain injury settlement.

Americans not getting mental health care needed amid pandemic, reports suggest

The ongoing pandemic has made access to mental health services more necessary than ever, though new reports suggest Americans aren’t getting the care they need.

Researchers develop blood test that could help gauge depression, bipolar disorder

Researchers say they found a way to tell from a person’s blood how severe their depression is, the risk of developing severe depression in the future and the risk of future bipolar disorder.

Parents of virtual learners say their kids have worse mental health, less time outside, CDC survey finds

One year after the coronavirus pandemic shut down schools nationwide, a CDC survey released Thursday shows that remote learning has taken a toll on the mental and physical health of both parents and children. 

‘It’s an idea whose time has come’: Spain to test out 4-day workweek

A Spanish political party’s proposal for an experimental four-day workweek was accepted by Spain’s government, which is hoping to help the country achieve a better work/life balance.

Singer Demi Lovato reveals 2018 overdose caused brain damage

Demi Lovato’s drug overdose in 2018 resulted in the singer having three strokes and a heart attack, leaving her with physical limitations that still affect her.