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The Emmy-winning "Sopranos" star is opening up about managing his mental health through simple daily practices. His honesty about depression and recovery is helping break down stigma around mental illness.
A Liberian man turned grief into giving by founding a charity in his mother's name, delivering food and supplies to 23 women battling mental illness during Mental Health Awareness Month. His donations help fight the stigma these patients face daily.
The FDA is accelerating breakthrough psychedelic therapies for treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and alcohol use disorder after a presidential directive. Veterans and millions struggling with serious mental illness could gain access to promising new options backed by rigorous science.
More people are opening up about mental health struggles than ever before, creating a powerful shift in how we talk about depression and support those who need help. But experts say we need to be careful about using clinical terms for everyday stress, so genuine cries for help don't get lost in the noise.
Two social workers in Orange County spend months building trust with people who have severe mental illness, offering food and showers before ever mentioning treatment. Their patient approach is saving lives that traditional crisis responses left behind.
A regional health director in Ghana is calling on communities to end the stigma that keeps thousands from getting mental health treatment. Dr. Fred Adomako-Boateng says discrimination, not science, is the real barrier to care.
When academic pressure triggered severe anxiety in her teenage son, a Bengaluru mother chose professional help over silence. Seven years later, her decision shows why mental health deserves the same care as physical illness. ##
Mental health counselor Sa'adatu Adamu has spent ten years fighting stigma and building acceptance in Nigeria, where 20% of people suffer from mental illness. Her grassroots campaign is changing how healthcare workers and communities view mental health care.
Former South Carolina quarterback Stephen Garcia is battling stage 4 colorectal cancer and speaking openly about how the diagnosis completely changed his views on mental health. The athlete who once dismissed mental health awareness now encourages everyone struggling to speak up and seek support.
A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.
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.
A Paris hospital has turned donkeys into mental health therapists, and patients say the four-legged caregivers work as well as medication. Since 2016, France's only hospital-based animal therapy unit has helped people with depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia find relief through donkey companionship.
Mental health courts in Illinois are offering treatment instead of jail time for people with mental illness. While half of participants graduate and transform their lives, advocates say the program needs better funding and wider access.
Nearly three out of four people completed treatment through Pennsylvania's mental health courts in 2024, offering hope for those struggling with mental illness in the justice system. The program connects people to care instead of incarceration.
A Twickenham coach who recovered from burnout is hosting a 24-hour livestream featuring wellness experts to raise funds for Mind during Mental Health Awareness Week. The event builds on her 2024 stream that raised £2,000 and nearly doubles the time commitment.
Six empty buildings on a historic Los Angeles hospital campus are becoming a mental health treatment village with 32 treatment beds and 120 housing units. The $65 million project transforms forgotten spaces into hope for people with serious mental illness.
Fremantle Dockers midfielder Nathan O'Driscoll says publicly sharing his struggle with suicidal thoughts was the best decision he ever made. His vulnerable Instagram post sparked an outpouring of support and inspired calls for better mental health awareness in professional sports.
Scientists analyzed DNA from over 6 million people and discovered that depression, anxiety, OCD, and other mental health conditions share common genetic roots. This breakthrough could transform how we treat mental illness by targeting multiple disorders at once.
Julie Pelikhova is changing how UCLA student-athletes approach competition by teaching them that mental training matters just as much as physical practice. Her new book "Mindset Champion" shows young competitors how to master the mental game.
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.
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