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Gov. Healey calls for new investments in postpartum healthcare after Lindsay Clancy trial
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced new measures to strengthen postpartum and mental healthcare.
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Updated Sep 16, 2026 8:00 AM PT
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Healey announces new actions to strengthen maternal mental health, postpartum care
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey Tuesday announced new measures to strengthen postpartum care and mental health support for mothers and families across the
Mental Health14 hr ago
Healey launches push to expand maternal mental healthcare, screening
In the wake of the Lindsay Clancy trial that sparked nationwide conversations about maternal mental healthcare, Gov. Maura Healey unveiled a series of measures aimed at improving postpartum mental ...
Mental Health14 hr ago
Gov. Healey announces actions on maternal mental health and postpartum care
State officials are set to announce what Gov. Healey’s office said are “new actions” to strengthen maternal mental health and postpartum care.
Mental Health15 hr ago
Understanding maternal mental health in the wake of Clancy trial controversy
Dr. Jennifer Johnson from Riverside Health joined LIVE Impact News to discuss and bring awareness to maternal mental health.
Mental Health17 hr ago
Gov. Maura Healey announcing new actions to strengthen postpartum care, maternal mental health
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey and state health officials are announcing Tuesday new actions to strengthen postpartum care and maternal mental health.
Mental Health1 days ago
Gov. Healey to announce action on postpartum and maternal mental health
Gov. Maura Healey is taking action on maternal mental health, her office said. The governor will announce new actions on postpartum care and maternal mental health at an event at Beth Israel Deaconess ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Suicide prevention: The silent warning
Orlando, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) — September is Suicide Prevention Month. Last year, nearly 49,300 Americans died by suicide, and the CDC says more than 13 million adults seriously considered suicide.
Mental Health1 days ago
Active Minds to de-stress Bobcats, destigmatize mental health
Active Minds is a national organization that is dedicated to decreasing mental health stigma through meetings and campus events. The chapter aims to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for students ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Las Vegas landmarks glow turquoise, purple for National Suicide Prevention Day
Turquoise and purple lights washed over some of Las Vegas’ landmarks in recognition of National Suicide Prevention Day, turning the city into a visible reminder ...
Mental Health1 days ago
It's Construction Suicide Prevention Week
Construction Suicide Prevention Week runs this week, from Sept. 14 to 18, and is a time for employers, workers, unions and safety professionals to talk about mental health and suicide prevention — and ...
Mental Health1 days ago
UK suicide prevention program earns spot on national evidence-based registry, plans to expand
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Approximately 50,000 people in the United States take their own lives every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A Kentucky psychologist is ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Local nonprofit aims to help young adults during suicide prevention month
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Across the Volunteer State, suicide is the third leading cause of death for people ages 10 to 24. Shelby County’s suicide rate is about 14% lower than the state average, but when it ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Hey, man. Heal! Racine native De’Marius Bogguèss releases book on men’s mental health
Racine native De’Marius Bogguèss released a new book on men’s mental health, drawing from his personal experiences with a subject that has historically been taboo. Bogguèss published “The Art of ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Suicide prevention a shared responsibility: Acting PS Health
Suicide prevention must go beyond the health sector and become a shared responsibility involving government, communities, families, schools and civil society. Speaking at the open ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Postpartum Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder May Be Related
Postpartum psychosis is a rare, clinically dramatic disorder typically beginning within a few weeks of delivery. Recent evidence suggests that it may share some important overlaps with bipolar ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Prince William Just Launched 'On Your Side', a Crucial Toolkit Designed to Prevent Suicide in Sport
The announcement came last week, on Suicide Prevention Day, at Everton FC's home ground ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Body roundness index linked to depression risk in older adults with dementia
A new study reveals that the body roundness index, a measurement of abdominal fat, is strongly linked to depression in older adults with dementia. The findings suggest this simple screening tool could ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Anxiety Linked to Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Regardless of Pharmacotherapy Use
Many issues can cause maternal anxiety and stress, including a rare disease diagnosis such as fetal and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia (FNAIT).
Mental Health1 days ago
Definium moves toward FDA submission for LSD drug in anxiety after ‘another clear win’
Positive topline results from a second straight study in generalized anxiety disorder shift the narrative for Definium Therapeutics’ DT120 to commercialization, Jefferies analysts said Monday, while ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Lives at risk amid suicide prevention gaps
Gaps in identifying the risk of suicide and a lack of adequate support are affecting Fiji’s suicide prevention efforts. This was highlighted by Acting Permanent Secretary for Health Dr Luisa ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Amid the Suicide Prevention Fight, a Culturally Responsive Program is Recognized for its Success
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to suicide prevention. Research suggests that culturally informed suicide prevention education can improve the relevance, meaningfulness, and effectiveness of ...
Mental Health1 days ago
Why big tech will hate the Australian tax office’s latest ruling
Australia’s laws don’t deal with all the ways local profits are shifted offshore. The ATO aims to close that gap.
Mental Health1 days ago
You love working from home. It may be taking a toll on your mental health
It’s important to add meaningful social interactions into your day, no matter where you work, experts say.
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Community Conversations About Mental Health
Mental health challenges can affect anyone.Knowing how to recognise the signs and start a caring conversation can help someone get the support they ...
Mental Health2 days ago
Do you have bipolar disorder? A psychiatrist explains the diagnostic process
Mood swings are a normal part of our lives. But if these shifts in mood are extreme, such as feeling depressed during a certain period of the month and experiencing extreme bursts of energy during ...
Mental Health2 days ago
CCRES real job preview: Behavioral health career advice
Working with students requires patience, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. CCRES team members share the qualities that help professionals succeed, including ...
Mental Health2 days ago
Semaglutide linked to positive mental health outcomes in patients with bipolar disorder
In addition to offering diabetes management and weight loss benefits, a national cohort study published in Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica showed that semaglutide may also decrease psychiatric outcomes ...
Mental Health2 days ago
NAMIWalks Brings Community Together for Mental Health Awareness
Mental health advocates and supporters took part in the annual NAMIWalks event aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness and connecting people with support.
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Out of the Darkness suicide prevention walk held in Watertown Sunday
The Jefferson-Lewis Counties’ Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk returned this Sunday, this year including new booths and games to help struggling younger generations feel welcomed.