Health News Managing Your Family’s Mental Health With The New School Year

This mom says she’s refusing to volunteer at school this holiday season because her mental health comes first

Protecting your capacity isn’t selfish. It’s sustainable. It’s wise. It models boundaries. And it honors the reality that none of us—parents or teachers—can carry the mental load of the holiday season ... Read More

Holiday season can trigger mental health challenges in children

The holidays aren't always joyful for kids. Why anxiety and depression spike this time of year — and what parents can do. Read More

This School Year, Prioritize Youth Mental Health. Here’s How

Each fall, back-to-school season is celebrated as a time of fresh beginnings: new classrooms, sharpened pencils, and the promise of possibilities. But for many students, this transition brings about a ... Read More

NY school-based mental health clinics struggle to meet rising demand amid political shift

A recent state law requires insurance companies to increase reimburse rates for school-based clinics, but the future remains uncertain, providers say. Read More

Federal grant cuts put school mental health resources at risk, staffers say

Tom Hanson is a national investigative correspondent for CBS News and Stations. His in-depth reports air across all platforms and programs. He is a member of CBS News and Stations Medical, Health, and ... Read More

Why a focus on mental health is essential for students returning to school in the fall, experts say

Mental health professionals hope the attention leads to lasting change. It's been a school year like no other in recent memory -- combining the challenge of remote and hybrid learning for millions ... Read More

Check Your Health- New School-Based Telehealth Services Improving Care for Students

School-Based Telehealth is a community-based service from Intermountain Health that provides acute medical care for students during school hours improving access to care, reducing absenteeism, and ... Read More

I've Worked With Hundreds Of Kids, A Simple Change In Schools Could Boost Mental Health

There is a mental health crisis not-so-quietly bubbling away among young people. It’s thought one in five children aged eight to 16 years old has a ‘probable mental disorder’ – a figure that has been ... Read More

Study Finds Mental Health Benefit to One-Week Social Media Break

Young adults who engaged in a social media “detox” reported reductions in depression, anxiety and insomnia, though it was unclear how long the effects would last. Read More

Managing the mental health impacts of chronic pain

The Mental Health Project is a Seattle Times initiative focused on covering mental and behavioral health issues. It is funded by Ballmer Group, a national organization focused on economic mobility for ... Read More