Mental Health
Updated Aug 27, 2026 11:00 PM PT
Mental Health Psychologist News
Current reporting, research and professional developments across Mental Health, curated for psychologists and behavioral-health professionals.
We have an important Medical Monday conversation to share. As of July 1st, there’s a new law on the books in Maryland that is of significant importance to expectant mothers and women who are planning ...
Five million dollars in California state funding was awarded to a Redding non-profit for a project to help rural behavioral health groups better communicate with each other.
A global panel of experts conducted a Delphi study to identify essential knowledge about the role of circadian rhythms in treating bipolar disorder. The consensus report highlights how disruptions to ...
Pennsylvania is investing $10 million from the state budget to enhance the 9-8-8 suicide and mental health crisis lifeline.
Tavares Richards, a Holistic Wellness Specialist at Valley Health, joined Holly Baratta to tell us about July being mental health awareness month for BIPOC and the available health resources at Valley ...
Pennsylvania plans a significant boost in mental health support with Governor Shapiro’s proposed budget, emphasizing crisis intervention and expanding access.
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we gather information and communicate with one another.It’s also changing how some people seek out mental health care. But what happens when this ...
Galway Simon Community launched its 2025 annual report at the Dean Hotel in Galway city last week, with the keynote speaker highlighting the link between housing insecurity and mental wellbeing.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration July 27 released results from its latest national survey on drug use and mental health.
A 29-year-old woman confided her suicide plans to an AI chatbot -- not to her therapist, not to her parents, not to her best friend. What can AI learn from her death?
MapLight Therapeutics faces significant setbacks after underwhelming Phase 2 ZEPHYR results for ML-007C-MA in schizophrenia. Click for this MPLT stock update.
Prosecutors say Lindsay Clancy "knew exactly what she was doing" and made a "calculated" decision to kill her children.
Suicidal ideations among U.S. veterans have risen nearly 50% in the past five years, according to a new study based on a survey of 2,636 veterans.
Suicidal ideations among U.S. veterans have risen nearly 50% in the past five years, according to a new study based on a survey of 2,636 veterans.
Despite improvements in how AI chatbots detect and respond to suicidal ideation, they still struggle with most other mental health conditions, researchers found.
York County has launched a new integrated medical and behavioral health system at the jail, a model that will also power the county’s upcoming recovery center.
Key Takeaways While the Serenity Prayer is rooted in faith-based practices, it can be adopted for everyday use in non-religious contexts. The Serenity Prayer can be a powerful tool for dealing with ...
Albany County has recorded 927 homeless individuals so far in 2025, including 157 people experiencing mental illness or addiction.
Albany County has recorded 927 homeless individuals so far in 2025, including 157 people experiencing mental illness or addiction.
Behavioral Health Services Community Health & Wellness Fairs are set for two Thursdays in August, in Yonkers and White Plains. According to St. John’s Riverside Hospital, the first fair will be held ...
Researchers tracked more than 463,000 adolescents (ages 13 to 17) through their mid-twenties. They found that those who admitted to using cannabis in the past year had a higher risk of developing ...
A $3 million federal grant will help Flinders University develop an AI-powered platform designed to detect gaps in mental health care before they become crises.
Addressing and supporting mental health is an essential step in fostering a positive and successful school experience.
I’m not alone in feeling powerless when I hear another heartbreaking story about a young person struggling with anxiety, depression or loneliness. First, ask yourself, “What happened?” Then, “What can ...
Youngstown State University has received nearly $2 million from the state to help students prepare to work in the behavioral health workforce.
Shares fell more than 66% Monday morning, which analysts suspect is due to investors seeing the data as not competitive with Bristol Myers' Cobenfy.
Experts say intrusive thoughts—not relationship problems—may be fueling anxiety for thousands of people. Understanding Relationship OCD could be the first step toward healthier relationships and ...
Maplight Therapeutics (NASDAQ:MPLT) reported that its Phase II ZEPHYR trial of ML-007C-MA met its primary endpoint in schizophrenia, with the twice-daily regimen producing a statistically significant ...
A depression screening is a set of questions that health professionals ask to determine whether you have this condition. Find out what’s involved.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced new data showcasing the impact of her $1 billion mental health initiative aimed at strengthening NYS’s mental health care system.