Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
A look inside Akron Children's new inpatient behavioral health unit
Akron Children's new inpatient behavioral health unit will open Aug. 25 and focus on safety and meeting increased mental health needs.
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Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
Why the Lindsay Clancy trial has energized maternal mental health advocates
Awareness and treatment of postpartum mood and anxiety disorders has increased significantly, but experts and advocates agree major gaps exist.
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
Postpartum mental illness has a 19th century history
The murder of three young children by their own mother lies at the center of an ongoing trial that has gripped the nation. Lindsay Clancy, a white, 36-year-old former labor and delivery nurse from ...
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
Merit Wellness Publishes Free Guide to Men’s Mental Health Treatment in Texas
The new exclusive Merit Wellness guide breaks down how depression and trauma present in men, plus PHP, IOP, and ...
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
Clancy trial spotlights maternal mental health stigma
The Lindsay Clancy trial is putting the spotlight on maternal mental healthcare and the stigma mothers often feel when asking for help.
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
‘Schizophrenia, Hallucinations And Delusions’: Iran Takes Swipe At Trump Over Claiming Hormuz
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi compared Trump’s Strait of Hormuz remarks to symptoms of schizophrenia, citing “hallucinations” and “delusions” in an X post.
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
The mental health crisis of tech CEOs nobody talks about
Tech CEOs face hidden mental health risks as ambition, risk-taking and intense drive can affect leadership, employees, entire organizations ...
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
When silence becomes crisis: mental health’s moment of reckoning
Mental health is emerging as one of the most significant shifts in South African healthcare demand — and it is unfolding fastest among young people.
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
Healey moves to grow behavioral health workforce as access lags
The Healey administration rolled out a statewide campaign to bolster career interest in the behavioral healthcare sector, where persistent workforce shortages have made it difficult for some Bay ...
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
CBD May Have Potential to Treat Psychosis in Schizophrenia, Review Finds
Cannabidiol (CBD) may have therapeutic potential for treating psychosis associated with schizophrenia, according to a new scientific review examining how the cannabinoid interacts with brain receptors ...
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
Riverside Healthcare opens a renovated adult behavioral health unit
The new unit features private patient rooms, calming environments, and lighting designed to mimic natural daylight cycles.
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
CBG Shows Early Promise For Memory Deficits
While not as popular as THC and CBD, cannabigerol (CBG) has properties that a new study suggests may reduce a schizophrenia-like memory deficit.
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
Why does your anxiety keep coming back? Experts explain what could be driving it
From stress and trauma to learned behaviours and life pressures, anxiety can have deeper roots than you realise. Experts explain how to understand your triggers and manage them in the moment and over ...
Mental HealthAug 28, 2026
7 mental health changes women should watch after diabetes
A diabetes diagnosis can change much more than a person's blood sugar routine. Suddenly, meals may need more planning, medicines may become part of everyday life and questions about the future can ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Thousands of UK women have undiagnosed PTSD after childbirth each year, study finds
Experts call for joined-up support through the postnatal period amid concerns GPs are not trained to spot symptomsThousands of UK women develop undiagnosed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after childbirth every…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
From classroom idea to rural mental health fundraiser
What started as a school assignment has become a rural clothing venture, with five students donating half of their proceeds to Farmstrong.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Memphis police aim to transform how they handle mental health crises
The ‘fourth option’ sets out to prevent escalation and improve outcomes when a caller is in need of mental health support.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Jury deliberations begin in Lindsay Clancy murder trial after her attorney blames medical system
The state concludes: ‘This wasn’t a woman suffering from a lack of care’ or ‘a lack of resources’Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailThe jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial has moved into deliberations…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Florida Blue Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications for Maternal Health Initiatives Across the State
Florida Blue Foundation has earmarked approximately $3 million for the new grant program, offering four-year grants. The latest round of grants, which will be announced in early 2027, will further ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Surprising Signal for Semaglutide in Bipolar Disorder
The GLP-1 semaglutide was linked to fewer psychiatric hospitalizations in patients with bipolar disorder, raising the possibility of benefits beyond weight loss and glycemic control.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Best AI Tools for Mental Health Support
Identify the leading AI tools for mental health support in 2026. Best options for managing stress, tracking mood, and many more.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Regular Physical Exercise Tied to Lower Risk for Mental Disorders
A prospective study shows that lower levels of physical exercise are consistently associated with a higher risk for common mental disorders in students pursuing higher education.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Europe needs to fight back against US software dominance – and now is the time
Technological dominance is won by carving out protected space in which a domestic alternative can grow.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
How do you define good health – and achieve it – in a broken US medical system?
In a new book, Dr Lucy McBride aims to help us navigate US healthcare – and tread carefully in the wellness industryMost of us want to be healthy, but it’s easier said than done. In the US, people are caught between a…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Judge orders mental health evaluation for man found with gun at Trump golf course in LA
Judge ruled Jeanine John Taele, discovered with firearm days before Trump visit, was unfit to face felony chargeA judge in California has suspended criminal proceedings against a man found with a loaded gun near Donald…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
People Who Are Always Anxious Usually Believe 7 Things That Only Make Their Anxiety Worse
Psychologist Nick Wignall says that people who struggle with constant anxiety often unknowingly hold onto beliefs that keep them stuck in a cycle of worry and overthinking.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
‘I fight pain and fear with art’: how Yayoi Kusama blazed a trail for neurodivergent artists
The pioneering Japanese artist talked openly about how her mental health and neurodivergence informed her creativity, paving the way for the likes of Turner prize winner Nnena KaluYayoi Kusama – who has died at the age…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
What is the treatment for postpartum psychosis, the condition central to the Lindsay Clancy trial?
Clancy’s defense team argues she killed her three children under the condition, and should not be convicted of murderPostpartum psychosis, a rare and severe mental illness, is central to the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Healthy Living with Northern Light Health: Grief
Did you know 27 million Americans experience grief every year, affecting mental, emotional, and physical health? For many, grief is one of the hardest things to talk about.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
UK expects Meta to match US child safety measures after $18bn settlement
Minister calls for Instagram owner to extend sweeping new safeguards for young users to BritainUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government expects the Instagram owner Meta to roll out…