Researching psychedelics
A clinical trial is looking into the possible effectiveness of psychedelics, like psilocybin, to reduce dependency on alcohol. NYU Langone is also researching its effects on major depression and terminal cancer. The trials are a component of NYU Langone Health's new Center for Psychedelic Medicine.
Denver’s STAR program successfully sent mental health professionals, not police, to hundreds of calls
Denver’s STAR program launched in June of 2020 has successfully responded to nearly 750 mental health calls, all of which have resulted in no arrests, no injuries and no police.
Ambient music used to help with mental health
People are turning to 'Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response' or ASMR videos for a little escape
Social workers to respond to mental health 911 calls in NYC pilot program
This spring, New York is launching a new pilot program that sends social workers to answer nonviolent mental health emergency calls instead of police officers.
Mental health experts reach out to help as pandemic drags on
The pandemic has not only taken a toll on people's physical health, but also our mental health. One local support group in New Jersey shows FOX 5 NY how the program as helped people get through this last year.
Are you suffering from 'Coronaphobia?'
Psychiatrists say coronaphobia is a new anxiety that stems from excessive fear of contracting the virus and is compounded by stress over job losses, finances and isolation.
Living alone during the pandemic impacts mental health of young adults more than older adults, study finds
A new survey from the U.S. Census Bureau found younger adults who live alone are much more likely to report feeling anxious or depressed during the pandemic than older adults.
Dry January is moist for some at the rocky start of 2021
Dry January has brought on the desired benefits for many among the millions participating around the world. But a tumultuous year has left others struggling.
The Trump presidency and mental health in the U.S.
The last four years have no doubt had a major impact on the mental health of Americans.
Drug overdoses a 'pandemic within the pandemic'
A new study shows that there has been a huge surge in overdose-related deaths during the coronavirus pandemic.
UK judge rejects US extradition request for Julian Assange
A British judge has rejected the United States’ request to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to face espionage charges.
Loneliness can strengthen parts of brain tied to imagination and reminiscing, study finds
Researchers behind a large study have found that loneliness might actually help strengthen parts of the brain tied to imagination, reminiscing and future planning — helping those cope with isolation.
Snowstorm amid pandemic: More stress or much-needed relief?
A deadly virus, months of social unrest, and now more than a foot of snow? For people who've already had it, this is just about putting them over the edge. This is not the way 2020 was supposed to end. Or was it?
11-year-old dies from suicide during virtual class
An 11-year-old boy died of a gunshot wound suffered during an online class.
How 'COVID fatigue' threatens public health
A Gallup survey says people have so-called COVID fatigue.
Mask mandates work to slow spread of COVID-19, CDC study finds
A study analyzing COVID-19 cases in Kansas found that counties with a mask mandate slowed the spread of the virus, while counties without a mask requirement saw a dramatic increase in cases.
Persons infected with COVID-19 at risk of psychiatric disorder
Researchers from Oxford in England have discovered that people infected with the coronavirus are also at risk of developing a psychiatric disorder.
Majority of Americans say they got the worst sleep in 2020: survey
The year 2020 has been the worst year ever for Americans’ sleep, according to new research.
Meditation videos jump in popularity amid pandemic stress
YouTube views for guided meditation videos are up 40% since mid-March, according to Google parent company Alphabet.
Talking to children about the aftermath of a contentious election
To help children understand, parents can compare the outcome of the election to a child's favorite sports team winning or losing a big game.