Sheriff's deputies, first responders suffer heavy mental toll responding to mass casualty incidents
For the deputies of the Oakland County Sheriff's Office who have responded to more than one mass casualty incident in the past few years, the burden of caring for the victims and each other can be heavy.
Rochester Hills shooting suspect: Arsenal of weapons recovered at home, no motive determined
Family of the shooter told police he had paranoid tendencies and believed someone was listening to him, the sheriff said Monday.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
New Detroit-based app aims to bridge digital and real-life emotional gaps
Founded by Ziarekenya Smith of Detroit, Inpathy enables users to log in and share their emotions with friends and family – fostering a supportive community.
FDA advisers reject MDMA therapy to treat PTSD
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
Oakland soccer coach says school fired him after he spoke about depression with team
"After he won coach of the year, and after he took his team to the playoffs, they gave him his walking papers," Akeel said.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
More parents are feeling lonely, burned out, new survey says
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
Study: Anxiety tops mental health concerns for employees
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
Mobile Mental Crisis Units meet people 'where they are' in moments of need
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network has rolled out eight mobile crisis teams operating seven days a week.
Single LSD dose provides lasting relief from anxiety, researchers find
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
Most US teens feel peaceful without smartphones, study finds
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
Lil Jon drops meditation album: Here's what inspired him
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
Kids who consume energy drinks are more prone to mental health disorders, study finds
Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research.
Crumbley family's damaged relationship shown in court, expert gives warning signs
How can parents differentiate between normal teen angst and troubling behavior?
Dementia among younger people is linked to 15 factors, major study reveals
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
Meta to shield teens on Instagram, Facebook from self-harm, eating disorders content
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
After father's deportation, Detroit family finds emotional relief at community impact network
MiSide's goal is to ensure families have access to healthcare, education, comfortable housing, and the financial resources they need to build a life they desire.