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May 18, 2023, 9:28 AM
Experts sound alarm on rising rates of eating disorders
Researchers suggest that social media content related to beauty or appearance may be linked to disordered eating in young people.
May 18, 2023, 9:28 AM
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US Surgeon General calls for action regarding the ongoing 'epidemic of loneliness and isolation'
The U.S. Surgeon General released an advisory calling attention to the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in the United States.
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One-third of US teen girls seriously considered attempting suicide in 2021: CDC
A new report from the CDC Thursday found the percentage of U.S. teen girls seriously considering suicide rose from 2019 to nearly one-third in 2021.
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Suspect in Brooklyn U-Haul incident was 'suffering from a mental health crisis,' police say
A U-Haul driver was “suffering from a mental health crisis” and was off his medication when he allegedly hit nine people in Brooklyn on Monday, police said.
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“No Barriers” helps people with mental and physical difficulties achieve their goals
The Colorado-based nonprofit No Barriers helps people with mental and physical difficulties like Melissa Simpson achieve their goals. In her case, it is climbing a peak in the Rocky Mountains.
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'American Beauty' actress Mena Suvari opens up about postpartum depression
The actress hopes that her honesty will make other mothers feel less alone.
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Yale University sued for alleged discrimination against students with mental health disabilities
A group of Yale students and alumni filed a lawsuit against the school Wednesday, alleging the school discriminates against students with mental health disabilities.
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Bill backs up new 988 suicide prevention line with funding
Members of Congress and activists gathered Thursday to introduce the 988 Implementation Act, which aims to help states fund their mental health crisis systems.
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New 988 number launches for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The lifeline has been in operation as a ten-digit number (1-800-273-TALK) since 2005 and that number will continue to route callers to 988.
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New National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number needs more state-level commitment: Becerra
Many states not ready for launch of National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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Amid a national crisis in youth mental health, surgeon general says kids need to be part of the solution
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is participating in a two-day conference called the Youth Mental Wellness Now! Summit, hosted by The California Endowment.
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Where bipartisan efforts on mental health legislation stand after Texas shooting
Lawmakers began work on comprehensive mental health legislation after the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for improved care.
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Teenage girls had increased risk of developing eating disorders during pandemic: CDC
There was also a rise in tic disorders among teen girls during COVID-19.
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Policing in America and mental health
More than 1,000 people have been killed in police-involved shootings across America in the past year, how do these shootings effect mental health?
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