Mental Health
Well-being and psychological state
Latest stories
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Researchers are sharing encouraging findings on suicide prevention among teens
This week marks National Suicide Prevention Week, with a focus on the alarming issue of teen suicide. Researchers at Penn State University are releasing new findings to strengthen prevention efforts for youth.
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Canine companionship aids stroke recovery, new study reveals
A recent study highlights the significant benefits of canine companionship for patients recovering from strokes. Conducted by Dr. Brent Bauer and his team at Mayo Clinic, the research investigates the impact of animal-assisted therapy on rehabilitation.
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Data expected on mental health of young people in North Carolina
North Carolina education leaders will release data on the mental health of young people in the state.
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The kids are doing better: NC high schoolers report improved mental health
State Department of Public Instruction leaders presented the results of the latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey to the State Board of Education, showing the state's high schoolers are feeling better about themselves and engaging in fewer risky behaviors.
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Boost your mental health this summer with simple changes
As summer unfolds, it's a season characterized by slower paces and outdoor adventures. Experts highlight this period as an opportune time to enhance mental health through small, manageable shifts in routine.
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Can DNA predict postpartum depression? UNC researchers need your help
Researchers at UNC-Chapel Hill hope a nationwide study combining life experiences and at-home blood samples will one day help identify which women are most at risk for postpartum depression.
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As NC prisons struggle with vacancies, new budget ramps up spending. Will it be enough?
From staffing to mental health support, Wendell Powell says more needs to be done to better support prison staff and offenders.
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NC lawmakers send bills targeting gangs, mental health evaluations to Stein
The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed two bills targeting criminal suspects: one would change where they are evaluated for mental illness while the other would give prosecutors stronger tools to crack down on gang activity.
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Communication key to supporting older adults' mental health
No matter your age, mental health is important to talk about as part of a healthy lifestyle.
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Communication key to supporting older adults mental health
No matter your age, mental health is important to talk about as part of a healthy lifestyle.
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Man walks across U.S. to raise suicide awareness - day 939 in NC
A Florida man has been walking since January 2022 to raise awareness about mental health and honor those who have died by suicide and addiction.
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NC Senate advances involuntary commitment bill targeting mental health, crime
A Senate committee on Wednesday advanced a House-approved proposal to shift some mental evaluations out of emergency departments and expand the number of people who can conduct them.
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Bipartisan NC bill seeks $5.4 million for psychedelic therapy research targeting PTSD
North Carolina lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill 1018, known as "the HEAL Act," a bipartisan effort that would allocate $5.4 million to create a task force and a grant pilot program for studying psychedelic-assisted therapies.
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Man charged with murder of UNC professor undergoing mental evaluation
Tailei Qi, the man charged with the murder of UNC Professor Zijie Yan, will undergo a mental evaluation in the coming weeks. In March, an Orange County judge ruled Qi was mentally competent to stand trial for the August 2023 murder.
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Family says 22-year-old man shot, killed by Sampson Co. deputies called 911 for mental health crisis
Two Sampson County deputies shot a 22-year-old man identified by family members as Shawn West Jr., who died in the shooting outside a Dollar General Market in Faison.
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NC Senate votes on teen social media, ban but shoots down proposals on AI, privacy
The bill would ban children age 13 or younger from having accounts on 'addictive' social media platforms, and require parental approval for 14- and 15-year-olds to have an account.
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NC Senate votes on teen social media, ban but shoots down proposals on AI, privacy
The bill would ban children age 13 or younger from having accounts on 'addictive' social media platforms, and require parental approval for 14- and 15-year-olds to have an account.
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Involuntary commitment bill targeting mental health, crime passes NC House
A bill that's part of the state legislature's efforts to ramp up the number of criminal suspects involuntarily committed to mental hospitals passed, despite criticism that it proposes few immediate solutions.
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NC lawmakers advance proposal to amend involuntary commitment process
A state committee on Tuesday gave a favorable report to a bill that would change where mental evaluations are conducted for some criminal suspects.
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'I'm going after you': Woman's outburst came before lawyers were shot outside Wake courthouse
A woman charged with shooting two lawyers outside a Wake County courthouse last week was shouting before she left a courtroom. A woman could be heard shouting, "I'm going after you."
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Woman accused of shooting two attorneys failed in caring for elderly mother, court documents show
Newly uncovered court documents reveal that prior to her arrest for shooting two lawyers outside a courthouse, Gwendolyn White was stripped of her mother's guardianship following multiple county investigations into caretaker neglect.
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‘Do you want me to shoot you?’ Ex-neighbors claim harassment by woman accused of shooting 2 lawyers
Gwendolyn White, the woman charged with two counts of attempted murder after two attorneys were shot in downtown Raleigh, has a history of civil disputes and neighborhood harassment. Records and video clips reveal that White had previously threatened to shoot her neighbors.
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5 On Your Side: Ready to try digital minimalism?
Most of us know we spend a little too much time on our phones—but the numbers may still surprise you.
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'I'm going after you': Woman's outburst came before lawyers were shot outside Wake courthouse
A woman charged with shooting two lawyers outside a Wake County courthouse last week was shouting before she left a courtroom. A woman could be heard shouting, "I'm going after you."
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Woman accused of shooting Wake County attorneys will remain in jail without bond
The woman accused of shooting two attorneys outside of the Wake County Courthouse in downtown Raleigh will remain in jail without bond.
