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Three Tasmania leaders are sharing their mental health stories to make politics safer for everyone. Their honesty comes after a national study found 70% of politicians say the job harms their wellbeing.
A woman battling emotional weight discovered that riding a motorcycle through Mexico's Sierra Madre mountains provided more healing than talking ever could. Her journey shows how motion and focus can be powerful medicine for the mind.
Pacific University created calming sensory rooms where neurodivergent students can decompress during stressful moments. The initiative started after a graduate student spent hours recovering in her car following an overwhelming fire drill.
Our phones have taken over our lives, but journalist Nayeema Raza says three simple habits can help us reconnect with the real world. Her TED talk offers practical ways to reignite curiosity and restore presence in our daily lives.
After years of misdiagnosis and ineffective antidepressants, a hospice nurse finally discovered she had bipolar depression, not regular depression. Her story reveals why millions of Americans struggle to get the right mental health diagnosis.
A $3 million donation from Sisters of Charity Health System is keeping Cleveland's new behavioral health crisis center on track to open. The gift ensures the city will soon have a dedicated facility to help people in mental health emergencies.
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama transformed childhood hallucinations into a global art phenomenon, proving that mental health struggles can fuel creativity rather than limit it. At 97, her "Infinity Rooms" sell out worldwide and inspire millions on Instagram.
Pete Holmes revealed a simple two-word mantra that transforms how he handles life's frustrations. The phrase "Yes, thank you" short-circuits negative reactions and creates instant peace.
School social workers at Indianapolis Public Schools are changing lives daily by supporting students facing mental health challenges, housing insecurity, and family crises. Their work creates safe spaces where students can thrive both academically and emotionally.
The FDA just approved a new treatment option for people living with bipolar 1 disorder and schizophrenia. Bysanti offers fresh hope for millions managing these challenging mental health conditions.
New research shows mentally strong people share seven powerful habits that help them stay resilient and happy through life's chaos. These science-backed practices blend ancient wisdom with modern psychology to transform how you handle stress.
Scientists discovered a simple blood marker that predicts which depression patients will respond to the most common antidepressants, potentially sparing millions from months of trying different medications. This breakthrough could transform how doctors treat the 330 million people worldwide living with major depression.
Millions living with serious mental illness just got a new treatment option. The FDA approved Bysanti, offering hope for those managing bipolar 1 disorder and schizophrenia.
A 2,000-year-old Taoist story about an empty boat is helping millions manage anger and anxiety in our chaotic modern world. The simple parable reminds us that most people aren't thinking about us at all.
Two researchers are transforming how universities support faculty with alcohol dependence, turning their own 20-year recovery journeys into campus-wide change. Their courage to speak openly is helping other academics seek help without fear.
A Sydney supported housing program that helps homeless people with mental illness stay on medication is getting attention after a coroner's inquest. The model costs less than doing nothing and could prevent future tragedies.
A Maryland clinic specializing in trauma treatment has moved to a larger space, doubling its capacity to help survivors heal. The new facility will also train therapists across the region in cutting-edge trauma care techniques.
Israel's mental health technology sector just received $352 million in funding, more than double last year's investment. The surge reflects growing global confidence that innovative mental health solutions can truly help people heal.
Experts reveal easy, science-backed techniques to quiet your anxious mind when headlines trigger stress. These methods work immediately and require no special equipment.
Simple daily habits like gratitude journaling and nature walks can rewire your brain for happiness in just weeks, according to new research. These tiny actions lower stress hormones and boost feel-good chemicals without requiring major lifestyle changes.
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