Doctors say provider shortages are leading to appointment wait times of over a month in some major U.S. cities.

New data from the Centers for Disease Control shows that about 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the United States. ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains.

The new warning comes from the U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy as the CDC reports that nearly 50,000 Americans died by suicide in 2022.

As devastating wildfires continue to burn in Maui, experts say the blaze and smoke can impact people's physical and mental health.

A record-high 49,449 Americans died by suicide in 2022, according to new provisional data released Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Before college freshmen arrive on campus, experts say they should make a mental health plan. ABC News' Reena Roy explains what students and parents should consider ahead of the school year.

Dr. Joshua Wortzel weighs in the impact of climate change and environmental disasters on our mental health.

Peel Dem Layers Back hopes to erase the stigma around mental health for Black and Brown youth.

Psychiatrists warn as millions of Americans have been forced to stay indoors to avoid dangerous heat, more people may face serious mental health issues.

President Biden’s domestic policy advisor, Neera Tanden, discusses the president’s recent announcement to push private insurance companies to cover mental health care.

Experts share tips for parents on how to take care of their own mental health, even as they try to help their kids through this tough time.

The new policy is part of a broader push by President Joe Biden to improve mental health care in the United States.

President Joe Biden is proposing new rules aiming to force private insurers to improve mental health care coverage.

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton answers a viewer’s question about the difference between food intolerance and allergy and shares helpful tips to stop worrying about work.

Some foods are as good for your mental health as your physical health.

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton unpacks a new study at how avoidance, not anxiety, could be sabotaging your life.

A year after the launch of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, advocates say that, despite some challenges, the service is saving lives.

Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons is opening up about his ongoing battle with depression and the importance of therapy for his mental health.

The Grammy-award winning musicians open up about their 15-year history, from playing in dive bars to selling out stadiums.

As millions of Americans contend with extreme heat, experts say the effects on people's mental health could be "significant."

Over a decade after losing her twin sister, Amy Buckley is opening up about learning to live with grief and hoping she can help others in the process.

ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton answers a viewer’s question about health risks that increase post-menopause and shares how to vet mental health advice on social media platforms.

Belinda Shea, a counselor at Alta-Aurelia High School, talks about a program designed to help teens respond appropriately to their peers and talk about mental health.

Alta-Aurelia High School in Iowa helps students create a mental health action plan.

Experts are sounding the alarm on adolescent mental health. Some students are taking it upon themselves to address this issue and improve the mental well-being of their peers.

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with filmmaker Jack Youngelson and former Army captain Jason Kander about the new documentary “Here.Is.Better.” following four veterans recovering from PTSD.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends all adults under age 65 should be screened for anxiety during routine doctor visits.

ABC News’ Will Ganss spoke with authors Elizabeth Olsen and Robbie Arnett on their new children's book “Hattie Harmony: Opening Night” which tackles anxiety, stress and how to manage daily worries.

988 has sought to bolster an American mental healthcare system that the Department of Health and Human Services itself has called "long underfunded and under-resourced."

Previously, there was no universal screening recommendation for anxiety among adults.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force says most adults should be screened for anxiety during their lifetime.

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains gaslighting as a form of emotional abuse and shares how to identify the behavior and strategies to stop being subjected to it.

ABC News reports from a retreat in the California desert where men get vulnerable with themselves and each other.

“Better” contributor and psychologist Dr. Jeff Gardere shares tips and tricks on how to cope with weather-induced sadness.

The lawsuits came soon after BetterHelp agreed in March to pay $7.8 million over charges from the Federal Trade Commission that it revealed sensitive patient data.

Dr. Jen Ashton explains a robust body of evidence that finds a correlation between artistic outlets and improved mental health.

Taylor Lautner addressed hateful comments he's received about his appearance and shared an important message about mental health.

In honor of National Walking Month, “GMA” spoke to experts on how adding some extra steps can have a big benefit on mental health.

Dr. Megan Moreno discusses a surgeon general report that warns about the use of social media by children and advises what parents can do.

The advisory recognizes that social media has both positive and negative effects, but that there’s not enough research to determine if it’s “safe” for adolescents to use.

A recent U.S. surgeon general advisory on social media use and teens' mental health calls on social media companies and lawmakers to help create change.

Psychological health can positively or negatively impact a person’s physical health and risk factors for heart disease and stroke, according to the American Heart Association.

ABC News medical contributor Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down how our brain benefits from being kind and author Houston Kraft joins “GMA3” to discuss how to practice kindness in our everyday lives.

ABC News medical contributor Dr. Darien Sutton explains new studies that say seeing or hearing birds could be good for our mental well-being.

AdventHealth, in Orlando, Florida, started an all-employee orchestra to help promote positive mental health after dealing with the stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"GMA" interviewed mental health experts from across the country.

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains new research that shows more Americans are experiencing depression.

Nearly 30% of adults say they've been diagnosed with depression at some point.

Depression rates had been slowly growing prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, but experts believe fallout from the pandemic has caused a significant jump.

The singer and actress has long been an advocate for mental health awareness.