NYC emergency room doctor takes own life, family says

The family of an emergency room doctor in upper Manhattan says she killed herself after becoming distraught over coronavirus.

Sonoma County rolls out mental health 'warm line' for people during COVID-19 pandemic

Starting Thursday, Sonoma County will have a free, mental health "warm line" for residents who are experiencing emotional stress and side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and shelter-in-place order.

Suspect in Nia Wilson murder trial thrown out of court for hurling obscenities at prosecutor

The defendant's attorney was able to convince him to come to court, but when Cowell took the stand he refused to answer questions during cross-examination and hurled expletives at the prosecutor. 

Frustrated Santa Rosa residents pack into meeting to address homelessness

"You guys have dropped the ball and you haven't done your job and I'm tired of paying my taxes when you don't do your job," shouted one man, as a microphone was passed among participants at the Roseland Library.

New multi-year effort to expand mental health resources in California Schools
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Specialist Rosalind Kingsley Hurst talked to Mornings on 2 about the mental health challenges facing young adults and the Blue Shield-led effort to get more resources into schools across the state.

Ways to cope with 'holiday blues' this season

Signs you may be experiencing "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.

San Quentin marathon offers inmates a sense of freedom

Aged 22 to 72, the competitors are all members of the maximum-security prison’s 1,000 Mile Club and include inmates incarcerated for rape, attempted murder and other charges.

Man’s #CleanChallenge post shows dramatic transformation from addict to proud, healthy dad

Jason Wickline says he had to lose everything before finally deciding to beat his addiction and committing fully to recovery, and his story went viral after he shared images of his transformation on social media.

Two Santa Clara County Supervisors propose urgent expansion of mental health services

At the board's Tuesday meeting, the supervisors will ask the board to vote to approve a proposal asking for county staff to report back by Dec. 17 on how the county can increase mental health services day and night throughout the county.

Advocates push for overhaul of San Francisco's mental health services

Healthcare advocates, caregivers, and politicians gathered Wednesday on the steps of San Francisco City Hall to call for an overhaul of the city's mental health services.